It is important to us that all residents and visitors to our City can have equal opportunity to participate in and enjoy all Belleville has to offer. We encourage you to get involved, be active, and familiarize yourself with our accessible programs, services, and facilities.
Snow Angels Community Initiative
Do you need help to clear snow from your driveway and / or walkway this winter? Snow Angels Canada is a community initiative that will help match people who need help clearing snow with local volunteers in their area. Find about more about Snow Angels in Belleville.
Ready to register? Visit the Snow Angels Canada website to submit a request for help or to sign up as a volunteer.
Accessible Public Transportation
Belleville Transit encourages inclusive use of our fixed-route transit services. All standard transit buses feature:
- Front door ramp and lowering ability
- Priority seating for persons with disabilities
- Space for mobility device parking
- Pre-boarding visual and audio announcements of bus route
- On-board visual and audio announcements of next stop
- On-board visual and audio confirmation of stop requests
- Friendly and helpful bus operators
Questions? Email Belleville Transit or call 613-962-1925.
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Making All Bus Stops Accessible |
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We are working through a 3-year plan that includes the redevelopment of all bus stops in the city. Once completed, all stops will be fully accessible. Depending on the location and nature of the stop, redevelopments will include features such as:
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The Mobility Bus
Belleville Transit also operates an on-demand, door-to-door public transit service called the Mobility Bus.
To use this service you must be a person with a disability and complete an application form with Belleville Transit. Visit our Mobility Bus web page for more information.
Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre
The Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre (Q.S.W.C) is the main recreational complex in Belleville. It offers a variety of facilities with many accessibility features. Come check it out and get involved!
The following information outlines the accessibility features of the Q.S.W.C. If you have any questions about the facility, programs, or services please contact Q.S.W.C Customer Service at 613-966-4632. Tours of the facility are available upon request.
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General Facility |
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The Q.S.W.C features:
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Pools |
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The Q.S.W.C features 3 pools, a main swimming pool, a therapy pool, and a kids pool.
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Fitness |
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Work out studio and group fitness rooms: located on the second floor and accessible by an elevator close by. Staff are onsite to assist with any equipment modifications or other needs. Personal training is available. We encourage inclusive use of the work out studio and inclusive participation in our fitness programs. We welcome accessibility requests, and also offer a selection of adaptive program options. Indoor track: located on the second floor, accessible by an elevator close by. We encourage inclusive use of the track and welcome the use of assistive devices. Gymnasium: located on the on the first floor, at ground level. Again, inclusive participation in our drop-in and registration programs is encouraged. |
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Ice Rinks |
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There are 4 arenas in the Q.S.W.C.
We encourage inclusive use and enjoyment of our ice rinks. We also offer adaptive skating programs and have a selection of skating aids on site. |
Inclusive and Adaptive Recreation
Check out our Activity Guide. Learn, play, and stay active with our inclusive and adaptive recreational programs and drop-in activities at the Q.S.W.C. There is something for people of all ages and abilities! It is important to us that you are able to participate meaningfully and be an active member of our community. Speak to Q.S.W.C staff to request program modifications or participation with a support person.
Belleville Public Library
Check out the great community hub that is the Belleville Public Library. We strive to meet the educational, recreational, and information needs of Belleville residents.
The building is accessible with power door access, wide and clear aisles, lowered service counters, elevator access to the upper levels, and accessible washrooms.
We offer:
- free and equal access to physical and digital collections, artwork, technology, and services
- a variety of free educational and social programs and groups to join
- resources in alternate formats, such as audio and large print
- home of the John M. Parrott Art Gallery
