City installing sign language posters at parks and recreation centres
The City of St. Catharines has launched a pilot program to improve communications for people who are hearing-impaired.
Signs depicting the American Sign Language alphabet and common phrases are being put up at parks and recreational facilities.
The idea was brought forth by Avril Hertneky, a hearing impaired resident.
"This initiative aligns with the Accessibility Advisory Committee’s goal to promote a barrier-free and inclusive environment for all, and the Recreation Master Plan’s goal to make St. Catharines the city where everybody can play," said Eric Lamothe, manager of business planning and strategic services for the City. "We hope that other municipalities will follow our lead and install similar signage in their recreation facilities and parks."
The signs will be installed at several places, including the following:
- Seymour-Hannah Sports and Entertainment Centre
- Bill Burgoyne Arena
- St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatic Centre
- Port Weller Community Centre
- Russell Avenue Community Centres
- Dunlop Drive Older Adult Centre
- West St. Catharines Older Adult Centre
Signage will also be installed at select parks this summer.
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