Winnipeg law courts get accessibility upgrades – Winnipeg
Renovations to Winnipeg’s Legislation Courts Constructing are full, and the primary entrance is reopened to the general public with extra bodily accessibility than ever earlier than, the province mentioned Monday.
“We’re happy that the numerous renovation work at 408 York Avenue is now full,” mentioned Justice Minister Cameron Friesen.
“The various enhancements make sure that guests can enter the constructing, proceed via safety and navigate the area in a secure and safe approach.”
Friesen mentioned the renos, which include a price ticket of greater than $6.1 million, embody a brand new entrance vestibule, a barrier-free common washroom, a scooter-sized elevate, and barrier-free upgrades to public areas.
“These updates guarantee all Manitobans can entry our most important court docket constructing,” mentioned Households Minister Rochelle Squires.
“All Manitobans, together with these with disabilities, want to have the ability to entry court docket providers and these renovations will make it simpler for them to take action.”

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