Accessibility
Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2001 (ODA)
The purpose of the ODA is to improve opportunities for people with disabilities and to provide for their involvement in the identification, removal, and prevention of barriers to their full participation in life in the Province.
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA)
The purpose of the AODA is to ensure that people with disabilities have the same opportunity as everyone else in Ontario to obtain goods and services. Under the AODA, businesses and organizations who provide goods and services to people in Ontario will be required to meet certain accessibility standards in five (5) important areas of our lives - customer service, transportation, information and communications, built environment and employment.
Accessibility Standards for Customer Service (Ontario Regulation 429/07)
The Accessibility Standards for Customer Service came into force on January 1, 2008 and the Town as a public sector organization had to comply with the requirements by January 1, 2010.
2010 Customer Service Accessibility Report
Accessible Customer Service Brochure
AD0018 Accessible Customer Service Policy
Audio:
Front Row-to-Go portable FM system may be available for use when attending functions such as a Town meeting.
Phone the deputy clerk office at (807)229-1340 x2223 to inquire
Mobility:
Portable Aquatic Lift at the Port Hole Pool
Power assisted doors:
Power assisted door openers are installed at the front doors of the Town Hall, the main doors at the Recreation Complex, and the front door at Lakeview Community Hall.
Service animals:
Service animals are welcome at Town facilities; however, pets are prohibited per By-Law 1598.
Support persons:
The Town has a One Person, One Fare Policy - for more information about obtaining a Personal Assistant for Leisure Card, contact the Parks & Recreation office at (807)229-9943.
Viewing platform:
A wheelchair-accessible viewing platform is in place at the west end (closest to Peninsula Road) of the arena.
Accessible formats and communication supports:
Documentation and information from the Town of Marathon is available in alternative formats upon request by contacting the appropriate department for assistance.
Help Us Identify Barriers
Sidewalks/Curb Cuts Poster
Integrated Accessibility Standard (Ontario Regulation 191/11)
The Integrated Accessibility Standard Regulation (IASR) came into force in 2011 and combines three standards – Information and Communications, Employment, and Transportation - and the requirements currently in regulation are being phased in between 2011 and 2021.
Accessibility - Integrated Standards Policy
Accessibility Plan 2020 Status Report
Accessibility Plan 2019 Status Report
Other Accessibility Resources
Ministry of Economic Development, Trade and Employment - Making Ontario Accessible
Access Forward - free resources to help organizations meet their training requirements under the IASR (general requirements, information and communications, employment, transportation, design of public spaces)
Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) training module - Working Together: the OHRC and the AODA
AODA Enabling Change Series of videos created by Human Resources Professionals Association
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