Windmill Point Park and Campground is committed to providing goods and services to individuals with disabilities in a manner that respects the principles of dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity. We are dedicated to meeting the requirements set out in applicable legislation, including the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC), the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and the Ontario Building Code Act.
Assistive Device
An assistive device is any technical aid, communication tool, or other instrument that supports the functional abilities of individuals with disabilities. Customers may bring personal assistive devices with them, such as wheelchairs, walkers, or oxygen tanks, which assist with mobility, communication, breathing, comprehension, and other daily functions.
Disability
As outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, a disability includes:
Any physical disability, condition, disfigurement, or malformation caused by injury, illness, or birth defect—this includes diabetes, epilepsy, brain injury, paralysis, amputation, visual or hearing impairment, muteness, reliance on assistive devices or guide animals.
Mental impairments or developmental disabilities.
Learning disabilities or disorders affecting language or symbol comprehension.
Mental health disorders.
Conditions for which a person has received benefits under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997.
Guide Dog
A guide dog is a professionally trained dog from a recognized facility under Ontario Regulation 58 of the Blind Persons’ Rights Act. These dogs support individuals who are blind by enhancing safety and mobility.
Service Animal
An animal is considered a service animal if:
It is visibly identifiable as assisting a person with a disability through a harness, vest, or other indicator; or
The individual provides documentation from a qualified regulated health professional (e.g., physician, nurse, therapist) confirming the need for the animal due to their disability.
Service Dog
Per Ontario Regulation 562 under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, a dog is recognized as a service dog (distinct from a guide dog) if:
It is clearly apparent to an average person that the dog assists someone with a medical disability; or
The individual presents a letter from a physician or nurse verifying the need for a service dog.
Support Person
According to Ontario Regulation 429/07, a support person is someone who accompanies a person with a disability to help with communication, mobility, medical needs, personal care, or access to services and facilities.
