The City of Kimberley is raising awareness about how to make Halloween more accessible for children with disabilities.
The initiative was discussed during a recent meeting of the city’s accessibility advisory committee, where members explored ways to improve accessibility for trick-or-treaters.
Some ideas include roadside trick-or-treating stations so that children with mobility or vision impairments can participate without needing to navigate stairs.
Some municipalities have implemented inclusive trick-or-treat events, which Kimberley may use as a model.
City staff plan to promote accessibility tips for Halloween this year and work on a more in-depth plan for next year.
“To me this is a wonderful initiative,” said councillor Jason McBain. “Halloween is a fun time and everyone should be out there having fun and have the opportunity to. This is a no brainer.”
Other ideas for improving accessibilities could include designated accessible blocks where, all participating homes commit to making accessibility adaptations.
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