Accessibility
We are committed to providing inclusive and accessible goods and services to everyone in the Township of Frontenac Islands.
The Township of Frontenac Islands is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. Through accessibility planning and policies, and in consultation with the Frontenac Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee, the Township of Frontenac Islands shall ensure that the Township meets the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner through the implementation of this policy.
Frontenac Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Frontenac Accessibility Advisory Committee meets quarterly. Its mandate is to assist the County and Township Councils in the County of Frontenac in enabling persons with disabilities to have equal access to all opportunities within the County by identifying and making recommendations on the removal and prevention of barriers to people with disabilities.
The Frontenac Accessibility Advisory Committee meetings, agendas and minutes available on the County of Frontenac CivicWeb Portal.
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Accessibility Plan
Annual Accessibility Status Report
- 2024 Annual Accessibility Status Report
- 2023 Joint Accessibility Plan Annual Status Report
- 2022 Joint Accessibility Plan Annual Status Report
Accessible information
Documents available upon request by contacting the Township Office at 613-544-6348. If you require any documents in an accessible format please let us know.
For information in alternate formats contact the Clerk's Division at 613-544-6348 or email info@frontenacislands.ca
Visit the Township of Frontenac Islands in person at Howe Island Office, 50 Baseline Road or the Wolfe Island Office at 1191 Road 96, or forward your request and concerns by either mail or email.
The Howe Island Township Office administration hours are Monday to Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Wolfe Island Township Office Monday to Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Howe Island Office
50 Baseline Road, RR4
Gananoque, Ontario K7G 2V6
613-544-6348
Wolfe Island Office
1191 Road 96, PO Box 130
Wolfe Island, Ontario K0H 2Y0
613-385-2216
Accessibility Feedback
The Township of Frontenac Islands welcomes public input. It helps identify areas where changes need to be considered and ways in which we can improve the delivery.
Accessibility Standards
Visit the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility website for more information.
- Customer Service Standard
- Accessibility Standard for Transportation
- Information and Communications Standard
- Employment Standard
- Design of Public Spaces Standards
- Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation
Emergency Plans for people with Disabilities
For information about what to do during an emergency, visit the Emergency Management Ontario page Emergency Plans for people with disabilities.
Resources
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA)
- How May I Help You - Accessible Customer Service and Best Practices
- Guide to Accessible Events
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