Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver said in an interview that the changes include new requirements related to curb ramps, companion seating, power doors and signage
Minister of Municipal Affairs Ric McIver speaks as Alberta Premier Danielle Smith looks on during a press conference in Edmonton on April 10.The Alberta government has published a new accessibility design guide, marking the first major update to the document since 2017.
Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver, whose portfolio includes the provincial building code, said in an interview that the changes include new requirements related to curb ramps, companion seating, power doors and signage. McIver said while the changes will be helpful to some, more can be done, especially because existing buildings don’t need to be updated.
Zachary Weeks, an Edmonton-based accessibility consultant and advocate, said not requiring existing buildings to meet new standards significantly limits the impact the standards have. “Alberta’s government wants to make sure any changes to improve accessibility across the province are well-informed and will continue to take a thoughtful approach to improving accessibility,” Wishloff said.
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