#1 “One important change we made was to add a gender-neutral, accessible washroom complete with ADA-compliant grab bars.” - Village Brewing, Calgary
#2 Add rubber mats!
Blindman Brewing in Lacombe installed rubber mats to make accessing the sidewalk in front of their brewery easier for those with mobility concerns.
#3 Provide plenty of seating options
“Something we've done to make both our indoor and patio space more accessible is to provide a lot of different seating options. Booth and bench options, tall bar stools or space for standing at the bar or a table, and single chairs that can be removed from tables if necessary.”- Annex Ale Project, Calgary
#4 Communicate your limitations
The folks at Eighty Eight Brewing in Calgary have a two-story space. They include accessibility information in their event promotion. They note if something will be upstairs and let people provide mobility concerns or needs.
#5 Stock straws
Straw bans are pretty common in our environment-conscious culture. However, their growing absence from businesses is a barrier for many people who can’t drink without the support of a straw.
Stock straws and make them visible and easy to reach. If you’d like to deter widespread use, put up a sign letting folks know they’re available.
