RISE: Reach Into Self-Expression

Join HIM and CBRC virtually or in-person to learn more about arts-based research for 2S/LGBTQIA+ people who have been impacted by gender-based violence. Meet the team that is part of the collaboration, and try some hands-on arts activities, led by art therapist Jillian Bagan.
The Birdhouse Accessibility
Venue Wheelchair Access
The Birdhouse entrance/exit is wheelchair accessible (35-70” wide double doors). There are no stairs or steps to navigate the venue. The only area that is inaccessible is a raised area left of the stage. The outdoor patio door is 35”wide. There is a cord that is ½”. off the ground running parallel before the door to the outdoor patio. The floor slopes 20 degrees 5 feet from the patio door.
Washrooms
There is one wheelchair-accessible washroom and single-stall washrooms range from 27-35” wide inside the venue. All washrooms are all genders. Wheelchair-accessible washroom measurements: Door width of 35”, sink height is 33”, toilet paper is 32” from the toilet, paper towel height is 44”, and the right-hand stall railing is 31” from the ground. The door opens inwards to the washroom, the washroom is 94” x 70”. There is a ramp with a 2” slope 30“ length to access the washroom. Access is around a corner 56” wide and 42” deep…