B ut out at street level there are curb cuts on almost every corner. Calgary's streets and sidewalks are in excellent condition. Buildings built in recent years have ramps and elevators, though trying to get into older buildings can be frustrating. While the C-Train is not wheelchair accessible for the most part, many buses have powered entry platforms that drop to sidewalk level and allow wheelchairs to board. The Calgary Public Library's Services for the Disabled T he Calgary Public Library has a range of services for persons with disabilities.
Books are available in English, French, Dutch, German, Italian, Spanish and Swedish.
A collection of over 6000 titles available to those with a visual or physical disability. Available in English, French, German, Ukranian and Yiddish. Telephone Device for the Deaf. call 264-8021 for information. T he Tetra Development Society matches engineers, technologists, designers and handypersons with people with physical disabilities to achieve unique solutions to their needs. Call Elizabeth Dolan at 271-3950.