02-17-2016, 06:23 PM
A very interesting story from Toronto.
Toronto officials lay down the law on new sidewalks
Is this a universal interpretation of that part of the Act? Can we convince our local officials that it is?
Toronto officials lay down the law on new sidewalks
Quote:Ultimately, Chapman said the city’s duty to comply with the new Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act trumps residents’ concerns. The law took effect Jan. 1 and requires municipalities to reduce barriers for people living with disabilities. That means building a safe network of sidewalks in residential areas, Chapman said.
“It’s no longer something we can ask local residents if they want,” she said.
Is this a universal interpretation of that part of the Act? Can we convince our local officials that it is?