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Stop Gap ramps up accessibility

A barrier-free storefront benefits not only those gaining access but the shop owner as well.

A barrier-free storefront benefits not only those gaining access but the shop owner as well.

The Stop Gap Ramp Project, a partnership with Handy Circle Resource Centre and the College of New Caledonia's foundation carpentry class, sees five small downtown businesses get accessibility ramps in the next couple of weeks.

This project not only provides the physical functionality, but also raises awareness for the human right to equal access for everyone, including those with mobility issues.

The project got a grant from the Prince George Community Foundation as well as funds donated by the Social Planning and Research Council of BC, known as SPARC BC, which is a non-partisan, charitable organization focusing on accessibility, community development, income security and social planning.

Supporters of the initiative hope that through this type of project, communities will create their own legislation instead of waiting for others to implement it.

"This is a worthwhile project and Handy Circle Resource Society is very excited about this," said Lorraine Young, executive director.