...is an annual initiative that begins on the last Sunday in May that offers a meaningful opportunity to explore the ways we can increase accessibility and inclusion in all aspects of public service. For additional details regarding the significance of this week, please see the Government of Canada's website or the Rick Hansen Foundation.
Accessible initiatives and collections we offer at ECL:
Literacy support in a variety of formats:
Large Print titles in fiction and non-fiction
Audiobooks available as Playaways, Books on CD, Yoto cards & bundles (kids)
Dementia friendly reading material
Decodable and Dyslexia friendly titles (kids)
Read-along collection for kids (Wonderbooks, Book & Playaway kits, Book & CD kits)
Healthy Brain Kits (available in in 5 stages to meet the needs of individual abilities and strengths)
Visual accessibility:
Partnership with CELA
DAISY Players and CD collection
Magnifying sheets
Portable text reading devices
Staff & services
Books2Go: Homebound library delivery service
Staff trained in Dementia friendly communities
Digital services
Fully accessible website
Download platforms for eBook & eAudiobook (Libby) with accessible features
Digital newspaper/magazine platform that can read out content
Free wifi connection in and outside of all branches
Visit your local ECL branch and staff will be more than happy to answer any questions you might have about any of our accessible initiatives and collections.
Representation matters!
We believe that diversity belongs on our shelves and strive to ensure that everyone in Elgin County feels represented in the collections we provide. Check out these stories that feature characters of all abilities!