The City of Kimberley is developing an Age-Friendly Accessibility Plan to improve life for people of all abilities, especially those with disabilities and those aged 55 and older. The goal is to make Kimberley a safe, healthy, and inclusive community.

What Is an Accessible and Age-Friendly City? These cities focus on social and physical environments, including:

• Land use and street connectivity
• Access to green spaces
• Safe and inclusive neighbourhood design
• Features that maintain social connections

These improvements foster a sense of belonging and community identity.

Plan development involves broad community engagement, gathering input from people with accessibility needs, older adults, caregivers, service providers, and the general community. To build the most inclusive plan, the City is looking for feedback from all residents and visitors, including members of the Indigenous community, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, and members of other language and culture groups. Engagement activities will run from February to mid-March.

Opportunities for Community Involvement!

• Online Surveys and Mapping Tool: Follow the links below to participate! (Paper copies of the survey are available at City Hall.)
• Public Open House: Thursday, February 27, 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM at Centennial Hall.
• Focus Groups: Held at the Aquatic Centre Meeting Room on:
  • Monday, February 24, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Tuesday, February 25, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Wednesday, February 26, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Service Providers Only) and 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Aquatic Centre Meeting Room is wheelchair accessible.

One-on-One Interviews: Available from February 3 to March 7, virtually or by phone.

To participate in a focus group or book an interview, visit https://bit.ly/KimberleyBooking.