In partnership with the York Support Services Network and Children’s Treatment Network, the Town strives to make all of its programs as inclusive as possible to better serve children, youth, adults and seniors with special needs. The Town also has a Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee which works to enhance efforts to make the Town accessible for everyone.
Inclusion support
If an individual requires support to participate in recreation activities, a caregiver or volunteer is admitted to the program at no charge. Arrangements for one on one support staff is based on individual application and availability of screened and trained inclusion staff/volunteers.
Drop-in and registered programs
Drop-in programs
Adaptics is a sensory drop-in program for school aged children (4 - 14yrs) - no music and minimal noise levels. Adapted equipment will be available for participant use. Participants must come accompanied by their own support worker (one support worker per participant.) To keep this sensory aware this adapted program time will be capped at 10 participants (plus support workers).
Accessibility swim: All pools. For individuals with accessibility needs.
Drum Circle: Join in on an afternoon of self-expression, community, learning and playing! No previous drumming experience is necessary. All ages and abilities are welcome.
Find out about drop-in program times and locations.
Registered adapted swim programs
Registered programs are run seasonally and offered at various times and dates. Registration is mandatory and available through the Town's online portal.
The Lifesaving Swim - Integrated Adapted program (with 1:1 support) facilitates our original Swim Adapted program and runs alongside group lessons.
Swim-for-life for swimmers with disabilities continues the progressions used in the Lifesaving Swim Preschool and Swimmer programs. Each skill is broken down into small manageable steps to create a positive learning environment and make the success of each swimmer more achievable. These steps have been created to help swimmers learn at their own pace using repetition and integration of new skills, which help swimmers move along the skill progression more effectively.
An Adapted Membership is required.
Please contact the pool 905-722-1429 for an application.
Ages: 3yrs +
The Lifesaving Swim - Sensory Adapted program (with 1:1 support) facilitates our original Swim Adapted program while providing the participant with a quiet and distraction-free swimming environment.
For individuals without sensory needs, please see Lifesaving Swim - Integrated Adapted.
Swim-for-Life for swimmers with disabilities continues the progressions used in the Lifesaving Swim Preschool and Swimmer programs. Each skill is broken down into small manageable steps to create a positive learning environment and make the success of each swimmer more achievable. These steps have been created to help swimmers learn at their own pace using repetition and integration of new skills, which help swimmers move along the skill progression more effectively.
An Adapted Membership is required. Please contact the pool 905-722-1429 for an application.
Inclusion Support for Day Camps
The Town of Georgina offers inclusion opportunities when possible at our day camps. Integration support opportunities and inclusion support staff may be available. All individuals seeking support are required to complete an inclusion and integration package and provide an IEP (individualized education plan) and Safety Plan (if applicable). A pre-camp meeting will be booked to discuss individual interests and accommodations. When additional support is required, families may provide their own independent worker or request a Georgina Camp Inclusion Counsellor. All attempts will be made to accommodate requests for additional support; however, due to the number of requests for additional support or the level of care required, support cannot be guaranteed; we ask that you submit your request no later than May 1 to inclusion@georgina.ca.
Become a program buddy!
Are you interested in making a difference in the life of a child or adult with special needs? If so, contact 905-476-4301 or inclusion@georgina.ca. All volunteers are required to complete a volunteer application and interview.
De La Salle Beach
De La Salle Beach is located North of Lake Drive between De La Salle Boulevard and Brule Lakeway.
Mobi-mat
Mobi-chair
Accessibility features
The improvements at De La Salle Park included the following:
- Accessible trails to connect parking with the playground, washrooms, pay/display machine, foot wash/shower station and other existing park facilities, including the Lake Drive pedestrian crossing
- Accessible foot wash/shower station
- Ramp to permit accessibility to the De La Salle beachfront from Lake Drive, including viewing platforms, stairs and landings
- Washroom upgrades, including accessible fixtures, stalls, doors, lighting, change tables and decking
Mobi-mat
Accessible, seasonal Mobi-mat – a portable, hard-surface, roll-out mat, 6.5-feet wide and made of recycled plastic bottles. It provides accessibility from the bottom of the ramp to the water’s edge for bathers (including those requiring wheelchairs and similar aids)
Mobi-chair
Accessible Mobi-chair – Mobi-chair is a high quality, floating beach wheelchair that provides a seamless transition from boardwalk-to-beach-to water. Wheelchair users, children and adults with special needs can benefit from the convenience, portability and comfort of the Mobi-chair.
To use the Mobi-chair at De La Salle Park, you must register online.
Georgina Leisure Pool
The Georgina Leisure Pool is located at 5279 Black River Rd, Sutton, ON L0E 1R0.
Accessibility features
The Georgina Leisure Pool offers the following accessibility features
- Accessible parking spaces
- Power operated entrance doors and change room doors
- Aquatic lift (Hoyer Lift) with access to the therapy pool
- Accessible change room and change stalls
- Grab bars in change rooms and showers, and shower with seat
- Water wheelchairs
Julia Munro Park
Accessibility features
The Julia Munro Park is located on Timberbank Square within the Lakeside Meadows subdivision in Sutton. The park has a few accessibility features including:
- Accessible gravel pedestrian trail
- Permanent fully accessible washroom
- Accessible playground equipment
- Accessible parking spots
Multi-Use Recreation Complex (MURC)
Accessibility features
The MURC offers the following accessibility features
- Accessible parking spaces
- Power-operated entrance doors and change room doors
- Ramp entrances to all three pools
- Fully accessible elevator
sto access the second floor - Walking track is fully accessible
- 3 adult changing tables
- 4 private accessible change stalls
- Accessible washrooms and 2 private showers
- Grab bars in change rooms and showers, and shower with seat
- Water wheelchairs
The ROC
The Challenge Course
Accessibility features
Through the support of the Georgina Accessibility Advisor Committee, the Recreation Services Division has installed specialized equipment to increase the service level for patrons of all abilities to experience the zipline.
The Arm
The Arm is designed to assist individuals who can bare weight and require assistance in accessing the top of the zipline platform. Participants will be elevated to the zipline platform and set up to enjoy the experience of the zipline. To exit the zipline, stairs or lowering assistance will be available.
The ROC playground
Accessibility features
An accessible swing was installed at the ROC playground in June of 2021. Called the Freedom Glider, the swing was made possible with the help of a donation from Peaceful Hearts Georgina Foundation. The ROC was chosen for its central location and accessible amenities such as parking, washrooms and the splash pad. The ROC also has accessible parking.
AccessNow
Click the AccessNow map image below to view the accessibility of Town Facilities, Parks and Beaches.
