Accessibility Advisory Committee

The District of Sechelt is currently working with the Sunshine Coast Regional District, the Town of Gibsons and a Regional Accessibility Advisory Committee to create an Accessibility Plan that will guide each of our organizations to identify, remove and prevent barriers. 

We are pleased to present the Regional Accessibility Plan for the Sunshine Coast. The legislation provides that accessibility plans must be reviewed and updated at least once every three years.

Your Feedback is Needed!

Share your feedback on the plan here: Sunshine Coast Regional Accessibility Plan | Let's Talk SCRD

Background

In 2021, the Province of British Columbia passed the Accessible BC Act. This law compelled local governments to take steps to identify and remove barriers experienced by people with disabilities, as well as prevent the creation of new accessibility barriers.

This legislation requires local governments to establish an accessibility committee, develop an accessibility plan, and create a process for receiving comments from the public on the plan and on barriers individuals face in or interacting with the organization.

A Regional Approach

This plan was facilitated by the District of Sechelt, Sunshine Coast Regional District, and Town of Gibsons; three local governments with unique responsibilities, challenges, and priorities that impact the experience of disabled community members in different ways.

In 2023, the three organizations launched the Sunshine Coast Regional Accessibility Advisory Committee. Through a regional committee, there have been opportunities to tap into each other’s strengths, consolidate work in the community, and receive feedback across jurisdictions. The committee met quarterly, with meetings open to the public.

Creating a Local Lens

On November 19, 2025, Council resolved to reinstate a local accessibility advisory committee to make recommendations on Sechelt-specific projects. Staff are currently developing Terms of Reference and a proposed workplan for the committee. A call for volunteers will be issued through the Coast Reporter, District of Sechelt website and social media.

Our Website

Currently, the District's website achieves Level AA based on the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. Level AA is a mid-range level and the most common target for organizations as it addresses accessibility barriers.