Under the Government of Nova Scotia’s Accessibility Directorate, the province is committed to becoming fully accessible by 2030 thanks to the Accessibility Act. This Act aims to eliminate obstacles for people with reduced mobility in several areas:
- Standards for the built environment: The first standard to be adopted relates to outdoor and recreational spaces, with requirements for access ramps, sidewalks, and parking (https://novascotia.ca/accessibility/built-environment/).
- Other standards under development: Education, employment, goods and services, information and communications, and transportation.
Tourist attractions accessible to persons with reduced mobility:
Chéticamp offers several accessible facilities:
- Chéticamp campground:
- Accessible sites with services (electricity with fire pit).
- Accessible facilities: flush toilets, kitchen shelters, interpretation programs.
Find all the information on the website: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ns/cbreton/activ/camping/cheticamp
- Cape Breton Highlands National Park:
- West entrance in Chéticamp with free Wi-Fi and electric vehicle charging stations.
For all information, go to the website https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ns/cbreton/visit/acces
Community Charitable Organizations
Société Saint-Vincent-de-Paul
A charitable association that supports families in the Chéticamp region by providing them with food and other material assistance.
Contact person: Georgina Poirier
Telephone: 902-225-0719
Contact: https://www.infocheticamp.ca/en/contact/saint-vincent-de-paul/
Knights of Columbus
A non-profit organization that aims to help people who attend church to meet their needs.
Address: 13956 Cabot Trail, Chéticamp, Nova Scotia, Canada
The Kinsmen Club
A volunteer non-profit organization that supports local families through various community projects. The club also manages a community meal program.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cheticampkinsmen
(Must be logged in to Facebook)
Social Services for the Elderly
Chéticamp Area Residential and Educational Society(C.A.R.E.S)
C.A.R.E.S operates three residences providing 24-hour-a-day support to people with physical or mental needs:
- Le Chemoi: Accommodates eight residents.
- La Maison Rodrigue: Houses three residents.
- La Résidence Cap Rouge: Accommodates four residents.
This organization is committed to providing a warm, family environment, encourages independence and community involvement, and works to meet the physical, emotional, spiritual, and social needs of residents.
Address: 15122 Cabot Trail Rd.,
P.O. Box 550
Chéticamp, Nova Scotia
Telephone: 902-224-2000
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/239797720467534
Meals on Wheels
The Meals on Wheels program is essential for vulnerable seniors in the Chéticamp region. It offers a meal delivery service (soup, main course, and dessert) three times a week. Meals are prepared at the Centre de la Mi-Carême and delivered by volunteers.
This service not only promotes food security, but also social cohesion through volunteer visits.
Telephone: 902-224-1662
Email: [email protected]
The Cape Breton Island Housing Authority
This organization supports seniors experiencing a loss of independence by offering them housing adapted to their needs. It aims to provide a safe and affordable environment to maintain their quality of life.