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Welcome to the Official Web Site for the Disabled and Mobility Restricted Traveller visiting Whistler British Columbia, Canada

Whistler for the Disabled is a nonprofit travel web site created to help people with disabilities and mobility restrictions. Providing support and assistance to the Disabled Traveler with Accessible Tourism for Whistler BC, Canada.

Our focus is to provide access and information to people with disabilities and all abilities, the mobility restricted, seniors, kids and their families. Giving everyone an opportunity to take part in all Whistler has to offer no matter the disability. Find the following featured items and a whole lot more on WFTD.

- Accessible Whistler Accommodations,
- Accessible Whistler Restaurants,
- Accessible Transportation,
- Accessible Whistler Recreation,
- Accessible Whistler Tour Adventures,
- Whistler Adaptive Sports Program (WASP),
- Whistler Village Access,
- Whistler Blackcomb Mountain Access,
- Medical Clinics and Dental Care,
- Care Providers and Attendants,
- Physiotherapy Clinics,
- Mobility Gear and Rentals,
- Signing Interpreter's,
- Online Shopping Services,

Chinese Delegation Press Conference, a huge success.

Hugh Tollett, Whistler for the Disabled and media spokesman supporter Grant Lamont hosted a Chinese Delegation Press Conference on behalf of "Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada" on March 14th, 2008. Readership from just one Newspaper from China is well over 200 Million people. There were 7 Chinese Journalists in attendance. Chinese media news coverage coming soon. Photo by Shilong Yang, Xinhua News Agency.

Follow the news and updates on the Official web site for the upcoming Summer games from Beijing 2008. Follow our Canadian Team members preparing to head to China at the Canadian Paralympic Committee web site

Whistler for the Disabled is a proud recipient of the 2007 Standing Ovation Awards from BC Rehabilitation which recognizes the outstanding contribution of three British Columbia companies or organizations each year who have gone the “extra mile” in support of people living with physical Disabilities. View Video Presentations, Images & Media Coverage from the Standing Ovation Award Ceremony.

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• Weather Report
• Alpine Forecast
• Road Reports
• Transportation
• Accommodations
• Village Map
• Village Access
• Mountain Access
• Parking for the Disabled
• Restaurant Access
• Nightlife Bar Access
• Entertainment
• Web Cams
• Recreation Guide
• Tour Adventures
• Guide
• Whistler Adaptive
• Sports Program
• Accessible Whistler
• BC News and Events

Resort Cabs Whistler now offers Airport Shuttle Service for the Mobility Restricted and Disabled. The Accessible Vans can fit up to six people with room for one wheel chair. For Whistler Village Accessible Taxi's please check out our Village Access Guide.

Greyhound Canada provides the only transportation option for Wheel Chair accessible buses for Vancouver to Whistler. Each bus has access for 2 mobility restricted individuals. 48 hour reservations are required to request a wheel chair accessible bus. For more information please call 1-800-661-8747. Hearing Impaired TTY at: 1-800-397-7870. Be sure to get a Disability Travel Card for them which allows you to bring a buddy with you for free.

Accessible Car, RV and Van Rentals from Avis Scooter and Accessible Van Rentals and from Freedom Accessible Van Rentals in Vancouver. RV Rentals in Vancouver can be found at Accessible RV Rentals. Whistler Riverside Campground is Whistler's only four season operation.

If you require more travel information for please visit our Whistler Transportation section and for Vancouver please visit the Special Needs Travelers Section of Tourism Vancouver.

The New Peak to Peak Gondola.
Opening date set for December 2008.

Whistler Blackcomb Mountains (WB) Peak to Peak Gondola will be wheelchair accessible. It is an important feature of Whistler Blackcomb’s landmark project and Canada ’s newest tourism icon, the Peak to Peak Gondola. Each Sky Cabin will be equipped with a spot for one wheelchair (except for the glass bottom cabin).

Read more about Whistler Blackcomb Mountain Access information for people with Disabilities.

The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) has been busy addressing accessibility and infrastructure for the Resort. New signs for accessible routes in the village have just been added - look for them on your next visit.

A Taxi Saver Program has been created for people with disabilities to help you get around on your own.

For Disabled Parking Access, please bring your permit issued from your place of residence. The RMOW honors out of province and out of country disabled parking passes. Disabled BC residents can get parking passes from SPARC BC. Find Disabled Parking Locations for Whistler in text form for the Visually Impaired and Blind and in easy to read format.

The Village I-Host program helps you find your way around and is staffed with 3 full time and 73 volunteers. As resort ambassadors, Village Host volunteers help guests with easy directions, quick answers and friendly advice. More info at I Host

Plan your 2008 Summer Holidays to Whistler right now with our guides for people with Disabilities and all Abilities!

Looking for Recreational Adventures and Activities in Whistler that fit your ability? Be sure to check out our Summer Tour Adventures and Recreation Guides for all your recreational activities for people with disabilities and their family members.

For self-guided options check out our new Public Parks and Recreation Guide to take part in all Whistler has to offer. Our Summer Guide is listed below.

Our Winter Guide is still available at Winter Tour Adventures and Recreation Guide.

Whistler Accessible Accommodations Guide

Find the Hotel or Condo you have been looking for that provides access for people with disabilities and mobility restrictions. Each property is broken down into specific requirements needed for your disability such as Wheelchair Access, Communication Devices available, Emergency Lighting, Closed Caption Televisions, Pool and Hot Tub Access and a whole lot more. Visit our Accessible Whistler Accommodations Guide for more information.

Visit our Restaurant Guide for people with Disabilities and Mobility Restrictions

Enjoy one of Whistler's many fine Accessible Restaurants and Night Clubs. Find out which ones are accessible to you - from Fast Food to Fine Dinning broken down for quick reference before heading out.

Listings include everything from barriers to entry for the mobility restricted to lighting for the visually impaired and lip reading deaf, plus a whole lot more. Visit our Accessible Whistler Restaurant Guide for access information.

View the complete Village Map for all access points and logistical requirements such as Disabled Parking Locations, TTY Pay Phones, Accessible Washrooms and Elevator Access Points.

• Accessibility efforts in Whistler ramping up
• 2010 Paralympics just two years away
• The Paralympic Difference

Read Accessible Whistler BC News from Whistler for people with disabilities.

Get pumped up for the Paralympic Games!

• Beijing 2008 Paralympics Sept. 6th - 17th, 2008
• 2008 Canadian Paralympic Team for Beijing