Accessible Accommodation / Transportation / Tour Bookings, Now Available at 1-888-933-9383 (

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We are proud to be the official Organization for Accessible Tourism and Whistler's Accessibility on the Official 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic website. As well as for the Tourism Industry in BC.

We would like to Welcome our newest Working Partner "Coast Mountain Reservations" who have come on board to provide us with a Live Reservation Booking System for Whistler for "People with Disabilities" and all Abilities. They are Whistler's Reservation Agency for Tourism Whistler. Contact Us for Accessible Travel Assistance, Toll Free Number in North America at 1-888-933-WFTD (9383) or at info@whistlerforthedisabled.com

Visit our Accessible Whistler Accommodations Guide for a complete listing of properties and Access Information. Photo above is Courtesy of Manny Santos.

Best Price Guarantee, plus much more call us at 1-888-933-9383 for more information, no obligation required and for Last Minute Deals.

Even the "Able-Bodied" can become Temporally Disabled.

Whistler Mountain Biking Legend Paul (Rolo) Rawlinson shattered his Ankle in a Construction Accident recently that has left him Temporarily Disabled. Paul has a new appreciation for what people with disabilities go through on a daily basis. Need some Mobility Gear, Adaptive Sports Equipment Rentals, Delivery Services, Dental and Medical Care or Physiotherapy while in Whistler visit our Assistance section for all your needs.

Visit the 2010 VANOC (Vancouver Organizing Committee) web site at Vancouver2010.com from the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games for the latest News and Results.

WHISTLER SPECIFIC

Visit our 2010 Whistler Blog and our entire website for all the Latest up to Date information on Accessibility.

Keep in touch with the Canadian Paralympic Team to follow all your National Team Hero's and get up to date News on the team. Or visit one of the IPC - International Paralympic Committee's website for more information about the spirit of the movement that is growing all the time.

The Para-Alpine and Para-Nordic Skiing Events.

Race events took place on Whistler Mountain for the 2010 Para-Alpine Downhill Events.

2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games Venue's and their Accessibility for Whistler that you can visit this summer.

Whistler Olympic Park, which is located about 20 minutes South of Whistler Village with visiting opportunities during the summer months by donation at the Gate. Learn more about the Venue for the Biathlon, Cross Country and Ski Jumping.

Visit the Whistler Sliding Centre in the beautiful Fitzsimmons valley on the southeast slope of Blackcomb Mountain. The Whistler Sliding Centre is the site of the Bobsled, Luge and Skeleton competitions. Upcoming Skeleton, Luge and Bobsled.

Thank you to everyone who made Bookings through our 1-888-933-9383 number we have started to make donations $$$ back into the Whistler and BC Communities with a donation to the BC Disabled Ski Team last month to help foster upcoming Paralympians, Soldiering On Program with the Canadian Forces and another donation this month to BC Rehab who support groups and organizations as well as individuals throughout BC.

WFTD and Hugh are proud to have been featured and supported by People and Media from around the World including 2008 Summer and 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Sponsors.

Sohu.com, a Beijing 2008 Olympic and Paralympic Games Sponsor runs two stories on "Whistler for the Disabled (WFTD)" in China along with 25 other articles. CTV Olympic, a 2010 Winter and Paralympic Sponsor runs a story on our work and Hugh's dedication to a Community among many other news sources. Read our latest Media Coverage from WFTD

We are very proud to Welcome BC Rehab on board as an Official Supporter and Sponsor. A "True Powerhouse" for the Disabled Community in BC through Rehabilitation Services and Support. Hugh Tollett is a proud recipient of the "2007 Standing Ovation Award" from BC Rehabilitation. Media Coverage included CBC Radio with Rick Cluff in an Interview, The Province Newspaper and CTV News Prime Time.

Visit our Partners Section for all our Sponsors, Supporters and Contributing Members to the WFTD Society.

"Canadian Disabled War Veteran", Master Corporal Paul Franklin visits British Columbia.

Hugh Tollett Director (top left), WFTD Society and Board Member Steve Biduk (top right) attend a packed house to hear Paul Franklin (sitting) speak while supporting him on his visit to BC. Paul was a "Canadian Forces Medic" who lost both Legs in Afghanistan in 2006 and became a double leg amputee but has since started a Foundation to help out other Amputee's. Read Paul's Story.

Great News, "21" New "Fully Accessible Public Transit Buses" have been delivered to Whistler recently. Making Whistler's Accessibility for the Mobility Restricted a little less hassle free and for many others as well. Visit their web site at Whistler Public Transit.

New sidewalks with Grooves in them and Color contrast help the Visually Impaired and Blind cross streets and new Ramps have been built for the Mobility Restricted and to assist Parents with Baby Strollers Access the Village.

For more information on Whistler Access see our Whistler's Accessibility Guide. Including New Ramps, Sidewalks, Library, Transportation, Peak to Peak Accessibility and more more.

Along with the New Accessibility comes Paved Parking at the Skiers Day Lots to make Access a more easy and friendly thing for one and all.

The Whistler for the Disabled (WFTD) Society web site was Created by Hugh Tollett who became Deaf in 2001. A Registered Non-Profit Society helping those in need with Accessible Travel information and Support for People with Disabilities and their Families.

We help bring Accessibility to Whistler through working relationships and partnerships with Corporations, Local Businesses and Organization in the Whistler Community. Including Whistler Blackcomb Mountains and Tourism Whistler among many others for Whistler, BC. Canada.

Chinese Delegation Press Conference
a huge success.

Hugh Tollett, Director of WFTD and his assistant Grant Lamont hosted a Chinese Delegation Press Conference on behalf of "Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada" on March 14th, 2008. Photo by Shilong Yang, Xinhua News Agency. Read the "China Daily" News Coverage in English or Chinese. Read all the 26 news stories from China in our Media Section.

Visit all of our Access Guides for People with Disabilities and all Abilities!

Looking for "Thrill Seeking Adventures" and "Recreational Activities" in Whistler that fit your ability?

Accessible Recreation / Tour Adventures.

Visit our Winter Adventures Guide for all your recreational activates or our Summer Adventures Guide. Find your own Self-Guided Recreation Options for the whole family or yourself to help you plan your next vacation. Visit the Whistler Adaptive Sports Program for more information on Adaptive Sports in Whistler, see WASP Programs for Trail Riders, Hand Cycles, Kayaking, Rowing, Nordic and Alpine Sit Skiing and more more.

The Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre located in Whistler is Accessible to the Mobility Restricted and offers a Special Reduced Rate for all those with a Disability.

Whistler Blackcomb Mountains are Accessible only by the Whistler Gondola, located at the base of Whistler Mountain. Offers Sightseeing and the New "Peak to Peak Gondola" that can hold one Wheelchair during the Summer Months except for the Glass Bottom Cabin. The Roundhouse Lodge offers Fully Accessible Facilities open daily and available for Group Bookings. Photo by Insight Photography.

Is fully Accessible to the Mobility Restricted with an Access Ramp in the front and Accessible Washrooms along with being Guide Dog Friendly of course. They just launched a new display the "Olympic Journey Exhibit" - Get your picture taken with an Olympic torch. The Museum is located just behind the Whistler Public Library for more information and parking locations please contact them at whistlermuseum.org

Whistler's Farmers Market happens every Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm until October 10th. With Arts and Fresh Vegetables / Fruits and taste testing the Market makes for a great hour or two spend in the upper Village. Check out there website for more information and it is a Fully Accessible activity for Whistler BC whistlerfarmersmarket.org.

Whistler Arts Council always has Activities on the go. Just check their website for more information and contact them to find out if the event or Activity is Accessible to you.

Whistler Mature Action Committee has Activities for Seniors year round. Just check their website for more information and contact them to find out if the event or Activity is Accessible to you.

The Resort Municipality of Whistler Parks and Recreation offers many Accessible Public Parks during the summer months with Paved Trails, Parking and Facilities that are Accessible to the Mobility Restricted.

Meadow Park Sports Centre offers many indoor activities during those Rainy and Blizzard type of Days you would rather not be on the Mountains or outside. Offering some great hockey to watch or take part in yourself with a special area for the mobility restricted spectators, Swimming, Weight room and much more. All Accessible by Whistler Public Transit

Shannon Falls Provincial Park is located just outside of Squamish, at your half way mark to Whistler from Vancouver. The Park is "Accessible" to the Mobility Restricted via a Paved Pathway that has a slight incline to the Lower Falls Observation Deck. Shannon Falls rises over 335 Meters in Height and is one of the most beautiful falls you will ever visit in BC, Canada. Opened during the Summer Months Only. The Park is closed during the Winter due to snow and ice.

Visit our Accessible Transportation Guide for Travelers with Disabilities and all Abilities and their families.

Find the best way to get to Whistler in our complete guide including "Accessible Van Rentals, Accessible Car Rentals Hand Controls, Air Transport, Accessible Taxi and Shuttle Services, Village Public Transit, Accessible Coach and Bus Transportation from YVR (Vancouver International Airport) and downtown Vancouver, Accessible Train Travel to the Resort, Driving Directions, Maps, Accessible Parking Locations, Full Service Gas Stations" and their locations. Call us to help you book all your Travel needs at 1-888-933-9383.

Locate Accessible Parking Locations for Whistler in our Accessible Village and Barrier Free Route Maps. For Parking Access Permits, 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.

For information on getting around while in Vancouver before heading up to Whistler visit the Special Needs Travelers Section of Tourism Vancouver or visit Vancouver.ca the City of Vancouver's website for more infomation a pretty good site.

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. Or view the easy to download Accessible Whistler Barrier Free Route Map.

TTY Devices allow those with Hearing Loss and Speech Impairments to make phone calls on their own. This is great news for Whistler and now we have Four Full Functioning TTY Devices thanks to TELUS for their support two are located in the Village area (one in the IGA Market Place the other in the Breezeway Entrance to the Village and now Two New Devices on top of the Mountains. One has also been purchased by the RMOW and now located in the Whistler Public Library.

The New Peak to Peak Gondola.

The Whistler Blackcomb Mountain (WB) Peak to Peak Gondola is wheelchair accessible during the Summer Months and Winter with a new Sled to transport you to the Blackcomb Lodge at top during the snow season. Accessibility is an important feature of Whistler Blackcomb’s landmark project and Canada’s newest tourism icon. Lift Ticket Rates include the Peak to Peak Gondola and if you buy online you can get your 2nd Day for Free. For more Information please visit the WB Official website at the above two links.

For Disabled Ski Pass Information and Buddy Passes please visit their own Whistler Blackcomb Mountain Accessibility webpage for more information.

For information on how to become a member of the BC Disabled Ski Team as well as to learn more about Whistler's Accessibility visit the following link above.

Visit our Official Accessible Tourism website. To learn how we got started in this initiative to support People with Disabilities.