Creston Valley 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
Parking
- Designated accessible parking near an accessible entrance that is specifically marked
- Space specifically marked with a van-accessible sign, at minimum 4.7 metres wide, large enough to accommodate a vehicle with a side lift/ramp
- 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
- Lowered counter at the reception or ticket desk
- 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
Overall Space
- Braille/large print signage for all publicly accessible areas
- Multiple lighting sources to improve visibility
- Customer service staff have been trained, and prepared to verbally describe rooms, menus, business amenities and contracts/waivers in detail
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
Cognitive & Sensory Friendly
Overall Space
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
General
High Speed Internet Service
- Business has high-speed internet service available for video application use
The Creston Valley Visitor Centre is located in downtown Creston next to the historic grain elevators. The Visitor Centre is a wifi hotspot and is wheelchair accessible. The Creston Valley – Kootenay Lake region is a great destination for foodies, family fun and rural adventurers.