The Columbia Basin Trust is providing 13 public libraries with more than $990,000 to complete projects aimed at reducing barriers for people with diverse abilities.
Among those libraries is the Okanagan Regional Library in Revelstoke, receiving nearly $51,000 to install accessible shelving and way finding signage.
“Whether a Basin resident wants to borrow a novel, complete a job application online, or attend story time with their child, they deserve to feel welcome in a space that meets their needs,” Kris Belanger, Senior Manager, Delivery of Benefits, Columbia Basin Trust said.
“These investments help ensure our public libraries are removing barriers so people of all abilities can access essential services, connect with their community and participate fully in everyday life,” Belanger continued.
The Trust added that the libraries are using the funds for activities such as planning and designing accessibility improvements, adding adaptive indoor, outdoor and digital equipment.
They listed adaptive furniture, computer equipment and tactile signage including ramps and automatic doors.
Other libraries receiving funding include the Beaver Valley Public Library, the Invermere and Rossland public libraries.
