StopGap puts accessibility first, providing free, well-built ramps to businesses with one step entrances. Back in 2011, this idea was initially thought to be a ‘one off’ project that has since grown to over 2,000 ramps making the world more accessible one LESS step at a time.

This volunteer run organization founded in Toronto in October 2013 and has since spread to cities all over North America (and beyond)! A small barrier may not seem like a big deal to persons who don’t rely on accessibility aids (like wheelchairs, walkers, strollers, canes, walking sticks and other assistive devices) but it means everything to those who do.

After spotting and warmly embracing these eye-catching wooden ramps in my neighbourhood, I decided to learn more about the StopGap Foundation and the wonderful volunteers who make these ramps possible.

 

If you want to get involved in local StopGap activities, need a ramp for your business or just want to learn more, visit: StopGapOttawa.ca.

 

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