Harbour Air

1-1055 Canada Place Vancouver BC V6C 0C3
Seaplane flying over Howe Sound
Overview
Seaplane taking off in front of Canada Place

A quintessential, trusted West Coast experience for over 40 years, Harbour Air’s scenic tours, scheduled flights, and private charters are the perfect way to explore the best of British Columbia and Seattle. With award-winning service, convenient downtown terminals, and spectacularly scenic views, flying by seaplane is the best way to see the most of the West Coast. We offer unmatched frequency to the locations you love, with 12 scheduled destinations connecting downtown Vancouver, Victoria, Seattle (WA), Nanaimo, Tofino, Whistler, Richmond (YVR), Sechelt, Powell River, Salt Spring Island, Maple Bay and Comox.

AccessibilityAccessible attributes checklist, developed by Destination BC in partnership with Spinal Cord Injury BC
Vision
Overall Space
Audible alarm and/or public service system
Multiple lighting sources to improve visibility
Customer service staff have been trained, and prepared to verbally describe rooms, menus, business amenities and contracts/waivers in detail
Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
General
Emergency Plan
Emergency plan includes staff trained to provide in-person assistance for people with mobility, visual, and hearing requirements
Emergency plan includes staff trained to provide in-person assistance for people with cognitive disabilities
System in place for guests to contact a staff member for help if required
High Speed Internet Service
Business has high-speed internet service available for video application use
Hearing
Overall Space
Business has a visual warning (alarm) system
Staff are trained to use alternative communication tools such as Apps or text messaging
Mobility
Shuttle Service
Shuttle service equipped with a lift or roll-in access
Parking
Designated accessible parking near an accessible entrance that is specifically marked
Activities & Transportation
Key activities are accessible to guests using mobility devices
Accessible spaces have clear views of the main activity (i.e. stage, viewing area)
Pathways are hard packed surfaces with a maximum slope 5%
Transportation (e.g. sightseeing bus, train, ferry, aircraft) equipped with a lift or roll in
Entrance
Entrance has no steps or if there are one or more steps, there is non-slip ramp with a maximum of 5% slope
Entry route has a door that is at minimum 815 mm wide
Restroom in Public Area
Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
Cognitive & sensory friendly
Overall Space
Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
Neutral or muted colours that are calming and subdued
Subtle and/or natural lighting, no florescent or harsh lighting, and no dark shadows
Minimal visual clutter and obstacles, with clear central access throughout the space
Nonslip floor surfaces with minimal reflection
Steps and slope changes are clearly marked and lit, and have handrails
Door handles have colour contrast with the body of the door; doors and frames have colour contrast with adjacent walls; any glass doors are marked to make them clearly visible
Restroom in Public Area
Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
Signs & Navigation
Signs are clear and concise, in large, plain font with good contrast between text and background
Signs are well lit
Signs have minimal glare or reflection
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1-1055 Canada Place Vancouver BC V6C 0C3
Seaplane flying over Howe Sound

Harbour Air

A quintessential, trusted West Coast experience for over 40 years, Harbour Air’s scenic tours, scheduled flights, and private charters are the perfect way to explore the best of British Columbia and Seattle. With award-winning service, convenient downtown terminals, and spectacularly scenic views, flying by seaplane is the best way to see the most of the West Coast. We offer unmatched frequency to the locations you love, with 12 scheduled destinations connecting downtown Vancouver, Victoria, Seattle (WA), Nanaimo, Tofino, Whistler, Richmond (YVR), Sechelt, Powell River, Salt Spring Island, Maple Bay and Comox.

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