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Looking for an accessible getaway this fall? Why not visit Access Guide Canada on Enablelink, where you can find accessibility information on where to stay… and shop… and eat… and the list goes on!

Access Guide Canada is a growing online directory of accessible restaurants, hotels, parks, attractions – and, yes, nature resorts – in communities across the country. We invite you to log on and check it out, at www.enablelink.org/agc.

Here is Access Guide Canada’s top-ten sample list of accessible getaways:

Becker’s Chalets
Enhance your Rocky Mountain experience by staying at this first-class family operation near Jasper, Alberta.

Hiker’s Haven
Travel a short distance northwest of Powell River, B.C., to get the true feeling of the great outdoors, complete with accessible outhouse and outdoor shower.

Narrows Lodge
Incorporate fishing or hunting into your fall getaway by staying on Lake Manitoba, east of Dauphin, Manitoba.

Island Breeze Beach House
Enjoy the laid-back island way of life at this seaside cottage near Albany, P.E.I.

Eaglewood Resort
Close to Sutton, Ontario, this is a community-oriented family resort that is fully wheelchair accessible.

Chalets 4 Saisons
Enjoy a lakefront view from your accessible cabin in Royun-Noranda, Quebec.

Domaine Parlee Beach
Located in the charming town of Shediac, New Brunswick, lobster capital of the world with a beautiful sandy beach.

MacSwaney’s Cabins
Get on the water near Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, using the accessible boat launches… or even by upgrading your cabin to an accessible houseboat.

Oak Island Resort and Spa
Rejuvenate yourself during your fall retreat at this upscale resort near Chester, Nova Scotia.

Bayside Cottages
Enjoy the friendly hospitality of Rocky Harbour, Newfoundland, while surrounded by the natural beauty of wildflowers — including 30 species of orchids — in Gros Morne National Park.

For more information on any of these accessible destinations, visit Access Guide Canada at www.enablelink.org/agc and select the appropriate community.

If you know of any other accessible resources, let others know, by going to www.enablelink.org/agc and clicking on “Add a Listing,” or by calling Jason Bourque or Christine Staddon at the Canadian Abilities Foundation, (416) 923-1885.

In order to avoid duplicating efforts, AGC strives to partner with those communities that already have an accessibility guide in print form. We have become the on-line source for print guides in Kelowna, Peterborough, Ottawa and many other communities. If your community would like to have its print guide uploaded to our site, please contact us.

AGC is grateful to all of the volunteers who share their knowledge of accessibility in their communities. Of special note are Trevor Woytko of Vancouver and Anne Robertson of London, who routinely contribute to the celebration of accessibility in their home towns.

Whatever your choice of getaway destination this fall, have a relaxing, safe trip – and enjoy our lovely country!

Access Guide Canada is funded by the Government of Canada’s Social Development Partnerships Program. We are also grateful for the support of the Web Accessibility Office of Industry Canada and the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship.