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It sucks, but not everywhere you go is accessible for someone with a mobility aid such as a wheelchair. Here I will document a few places who are trying their best to make themselves more wheelchair-friendly. I may also mention some fails who haven’t done a great job (without shaming anyone).  Not everything is perfect, but some people are doing their best with what is in the scope of possible. Remember, often businesses don’t own the building they are in and can only make so many accommodations.  I’d like to say it’s the thought that counts, but that’s not good enough. Only awareness will create real change! I will also keep you up to date on what I and the committees I am on are doing to improve accessibility!

  • Rogers Centre

    Take me out to the ball game, take me out to the crowd! I recently went to see our Toronto Blue Jays face off against the St. Louis Cardinals at the Rogers Centre. We don’t drive directly to the park, but for those who do, I did notice there was an accessible drop-off/ pick-up zone.…

  • Limerick Forest

    Everyone loves nature! No better way to spend a day than a roll in the woods. I am actually able to do so at Limerick Forests Chalet Trails. They have trails that someone like me (in a chair) can take and experience the great outdoors.  Behind the chalet, there are 3 trails marked in blue…

  • Fort Henry  

    My father and I recently took a trip to visit Fort Henry in Kingston, Ontario. I want to concentrate on the good accessibility and make this site a positive influence, so I will focus on what changes could occur to make it a more accessible experience. One thing they did have was an abundance of…

  • Upper Canada Village

    So when you think of a historic pioneer the last thing you think is accessible, am I right? Wrong. Upper Canada Village in Morrisburg Ontario is one of the most accessible spots I have visited. Almost every one of their historic buildings has a separate entrance with a ramp. And what about those with more…

  • Bridgeview Restaurant

    Accessible, (and delicious) restaurant alert! I’m always game for going out to dinner as a treat, but unfortunately not all restaurants are accessible enough for me to eat there. Often we just have to make do. This was not the case at the Bridgeview Restaurant in Johnstown. Going in to the restaurant they have a…

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I’m Sarah!

Welcome to Rolling with Sarah! I am a 26-year-old wheelchair user from Merrickville, Ontario. Throughout my life, I have encountered both amazing accessibility and impossible to believe barriers On this site, I will document my journey as a person with a disability. My highs, my lows, and everything in between. I will recognize accessibility efforts by others, as well as what I am doing to improve accessibility myself. Roll along with me!

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