Pacific Rim Visitor Centre Accessibility
This business has self-assessed as having the following accessible attributes. Please contact the business directly for further detail if required.
Mobility
- Designated accessible parking near an accessible entrance that is specifically marked
- Entrance has no steps or if there are one or more steps, there is non-slip ramp with a maximum of 5% slope
- Entry route has a door that is at minimum 815 mm wide
- Can be reached without going up or down stairs, has a main entrance and/or stall that is a minimum 815 mm wide and has an outward swing door
- Key activities are accessible to guests using mobility devices
- Information displays (if applicable) at a lower height
- Accessible spaces have clear views of the main activity (i.e. stage, viewing area)
- Pathways are hard packed surfaces with a maximum slope 5%
Vision
- Multiple lighting sources to improve visibility
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
Hearing
- Accommodation has closed captioning on TVs/video boards
- Staff are trained to use alternative communication tools such as Apps or text messaging
Cognitive & Sensory Friendly
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
General
- Business has high-speed internet service available for video application use
Service dogs welcomed; unofficial dog relief are at rear of building on demand. Parking lot spaces are very wide; not designated van accessible.
The Pacific Rim Visitor Centre offers a primary arrival and meeting destination for those venturing to the Pacific Rim region on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. Immediately following your drive over the Pacific Rim Highway (Hwy 4) from Port Alberni, you will reach our headquarters at the Junction between Ucluelet and Tofino. Our wheelchair accessible facilities offer a staffed Visitor Information Centre, a Parks Canada center, large maps of the region, public WiFi, secure garbage and recycling boxes, public restrooms, and plentiful parking for both RV’s and regular vehicles. We will be closed early on December 31st at 3pm and closed all day January 1st and 2nd.
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