ACCESSIBILITY OVERVIEW

Accessibility

Dundas Valley School of Art strives to make its programs, exhibitions, events and services accessible to our visitors with disabilities.  We are committed to work in partnership with staff, volunteers and the community to identify, prevent and remove barriers to participation. 

As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations. 

 

SERVICES AVAILABLE

  • Free access for a support person accompanying a visitor or student with a disability
  • Service animals are welcome
  • Most studios are equipped with accessible tables, sinks and equipment
  • Elevator services to all floors in the facility
  • Accessible washrooms on all floors
  • Accessible doors equipped with pushbuttons at the front and rear entrances with access to our elevator
  • Limited Accessible parking at the side of the building (please call the front desk for additional information)

 

LARGE PRINT MATERIALS

Large print materials are available upon request at the front desk

ELEVATOR DISRUPTION

Safety and accessibility are important priorities at DVSA. DVSA is committed to advising constituents of elevator service disruptions in advance as well as anticipated return of services whenever possible. Should there be an issue DVSA will work to jointly provide an acceptable solution.

Constituents can receive up-to-date information through the DVSA website, by calling (905)628-6357 option #1 and in person at the Front desk. Signage will also be posted.

VISITOR FEED BACK

We strive to provide accessibility for all our visitors.  We welcome your feedback. Please email info@dvsa.ca or call (905)628-6357 option #1 to share comments with DVSA management.

ACCESSIBLE DOCUMENTATION

Any documents required by the Customer Service Standard are available upon request and will be provided in a format that takes a person’s disability into account.