Oliver 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
- 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
- Accessible path of travel and accessible style tables/booths
- Key activities are accessible to guests using mobility devices
- Pathways are hard packed surfaces with a maximum slope 5%
Vision
Overall Space
- Audible alarm and/or public service system
- 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
General
Emergency Plan
- Emergency plan includes staff trained to provide in-person assistance for people with mobility, visual, and hearing requirements
- Business has a dog relief area on site
- Business has high-speed internet service available for video application use
Additional Information
We have a ramp that enables wheelchair access from the front door to the gift shop, oversized doorways to washrooms, and accessible seating to the café that will be opening summer 2020.
Located in the historic CPR station along the Okanagan River and Oliver’s 18.8 km Hike & Bike/Kettle Valley Rail Trail, the team at the Oliver Visitor Centre is happy to provide you with information on accommodations, attractions and festivals to make the most of your visit. We also offer a gift shop with books, jewelry, Nations Creations art design, clothing and souvenirs. Make us your first stop in Oliver!