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City of Burnaby 2012 Fraser River Flood Response Plan

Posted 05/10/12

This public information meeting will provide you with the information you need regarding the City’s plans to respond to the 2012 Fraser River Freshet and any potential flood.

Where: Riverway Golf Course Clubhouse, 9001 Bill Fox Way, Burnaby, BC
When: Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Note that a public presentation will be made at 4:30 p.m. and repeated at 6:00 p.m.

For more information on this event please telephone 604-294-7460.

View the Fraser River Flood Response Plan »

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Adapted Equipment

Adapted Equipment

Adapted Weight Room Equipment

Burnaby’s commitment to accessibility is reflected in the broad range of special equipment that has been installed in recreation centres and swimming pools across the city. This equipment is designed specifically for easy access and allows people with disabilities to exercise with varying degrees of independence.

 
  • Handcycle
    An adapted bike for people with disabilities is located at CG Brown Pool and available to rent. To reserve, call CG Brown Pool at 604-297-4520. This bike was funded by Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion SCI Solutions Network.
 
  • Aquatic Wheelchairs
    Bonsor Complex, C.G. Brown Pool, Eileen Dailly Centre, Central Park Outdoor Pool
 
  • Aquatic Pool Lifts
    Bonsor Complex, C.G. Brown Pool, Central Park Outdoor Pool
 
  • Personal Transfer Llift
    Eileen Dailly Centre
 
  • Ice Sledges
    During the fall and winter season, people with disabilities can enjoy ice skating using the specially designed sledges at the Bill Copeland Sports Centre and Kensington Arena. The cost is the same as renting a pair of skates.
 
  • Adapted Weight-room Equipment
    Edmonds Centre has a four-station vertical bench and pulley exercise machine allows individuals to do repetitions from a wheelchair or portable stool. An Active Passive Trainer unit is also available.
  • APT Unit
    Eileen Dailly has a completed a newly accessible change room that includes, shower facilities, adjustable change table and an overhead lift system. Eileen Dailly also houses an APT unit (or “arm ergometer”) for people with disabilities who want a cardio workout. The unit can be adjusted to various tension levels and is particularly useful in helping strengthen or rehabilitate muscles
  • Wheelchair Accessble Pottery Wheel
    Shadbolt Centre for the Arts has a new wheelchair accessible pottery wheel so people with physical disabilities can take part in ongoing pottery classes.

 

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