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ACCESSIBLE AND INCLUSIVE TRAVEL IN WINNIPEG Winnipeg welcomes visitors of all abilities, and we continually strive to ensure this city is accessible to everyone, from our world-class attractions to our transportation infrastructure. While all our major attractions are accessible and inclusive, here are a few spots that are doing unique things to ensure that every visitor can be accommodated. Transportation and arrival When you fly into Winnipeg, you'll be arriving at one of the world's most accessible airports. Winnipeg Richardson International Airport features multiple animal relief areas for service dogs; the Aira program to assist people who are blind or with a visual impairment to navigate their immediate surroundings; sensory support kits for autistic and neurodivergent travellers; plenty of accessible parking along with curbside assistance for arrivals and departures; signage throughout in braille; therapy dogs onsite for departures; and visual information displays for the hearing impaired. Richardson International Airport has also partnered with WHILL Inc. and Scootaround Personal Transportation Solutions to implement self-driving wheelchairs as a fully available service in the terminal. All Winnipeg Transit buses are equipped with wheelchair ramps and securement areas, while Winnipeg Transit Plus provides door-to-door transportation for people who can't regularly use the fixed-route transit system due to disability. Winnipeg WAV (web or mobile app) is a centralized dispatch system and call centre for booking a wheelchair-accessible vehicle in Winnipeg. Attractions For starters, you won't find a more accessible space than the Manitoba Children's Museum at The Forks. On top of its Explore-Abilities Access Program, which provides adapted museum experiences and a range of visitor services designed for children of all abilities to have fun and enjoy interactive, hands-on learning in a safe and accessible facility. The museum also provides wheel chairs, sunglasses, ear defenders, fidget toys, designated quiet zones, UbiDuo 2-way communication devices and braille visitor info in French and English. Service dogs are also allowed. Not only are WAG-Qaumajuq's galleries fully accessible and expansive, this cultural institution also provides wheelchairs at the front desk and universal washrooms throughout. Tours can be adapted to be inclusive to all guests (you can book in advance), while the Art to Inspire program is designed for visitors with dementia and their care partners. Photo courtesy of the Manitoba Children's Museum 16 tourismwinnipeg.com ACCESSIBLE AND INCLUSIVE TRAVEL IN WINNIPEG