Oak Bay Parks, Recreation and Culture is committed to providing community programs, services, and facilities that reflect our ongoing pursuit of providing meaningful and inclusive opportunities for everyone.
Programs and services aim to eliminate barriers and create social, physical and economic environments that enable all residents to participate actively in the community.
See below for Accessibility, LAP Pass and other inclusive information Oak Bay Parks, Recreation & Culture has to offer.
Leisure Assistant Pass (LAP Pass)
Leisure Assistant Pass (LAP) is for people with disabilities, of all ages, who require the assistance of a support person when engaging in leisure activities. Presenting the LAP at any participating venue allows for one support person to receive free or discounted admission to assist with leisure activities. Passes are valid for a three-year term from the date of issue. Anyone, regardless of what municipality they live in, can apply for an LAP at Oak Bay Parks, Recreation & Culture. To do so, please visit Reception Services at 1975 Bee Street.
Support and Inclusion for Children in Licensed Care Programs
Supported Child Development
Through Island Health, the Supported Child Development Program offers services to those families whose children may require additional support in order to be fully included in their childcare setting. Working with families, the Supported Child Development Program provides consultation, extra staffing supports and staff training to childcare providers. “Oak Bay Parks, Recreation, and Culture partners with Island Health and the Supported Child Development Program to provide in-house Inclusion Instructors to provide additional support to children are eligible for funding and are registered in one of the following Licensed Care Programs: Paddington Station Daycare, Before School Care, After School Care.
If your child receives funding through the Supported Child Development Program, and you are looking to register them in an applicable program, please contact the Inclusion Programmer at 250-370-7909 or inclusion@oakbay.ca
Learn more about Island Health’s Supported Child Development Program
Accessible Facilities
Oak Bay Parks, Recreation & Culture is dedicated to offering accessible facilities, showcasing various building amenities and specialized equipment. Please visit the Accessibility & Equipment Specialization webpage for more information regarding each centres accessible features.
Lifetime Networks (Summer Camp Only)
Lifetime Networks is a continuation of Recreation Integration Victoria’s (RIV) Summer Inclusion Services. This program runs July and August only.
Funding for a one-to-one Inclusion Facilitator for children/youth with a diversability is provided, at no cost to the family, for the camp of their choice.
For more information call 250-477-4112, email or visit lifetimenetworks.org
Pass Option for those Outside of the Greater Victoria Region
For those living outside of the Greater Victoria region, an alternative to the Leisure Assistant Pass is the Access 2 Card. The national wide Access 2 Card program helps to ensure that entertainment, cultural and recreational opportunities are more available and accessible to all. For more information on the Access 2 Card please head to their website at: access2card.ca