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= StopGap =

StopGap is an organization with a vision of creating a world where every person can access every space. The community-funded projects organized by StopGap remove access barriers by providing businesses with plywood ramps.

StopGap was started in Ontario by two friends Luke Anderson and Michael Hopkins, both trained engineers. The idea to build ramps for businesses was in response to Luke’s personal experience of being confined to a wheelchair and wanting to continue enjoying life. The ramps are designed to allow people in wheelchairs easy access to goods and services. Proprietors install the ramp when the need arises.

On October 2nd, 2012 Toronto City Council unanimously voted to support the StopGap initiative. The motion was proposed by Ward 10 Councillor James Pasternak and seconded by Councillor Adam Vaughan. The matter was sent to the Disability Issues Committee to identify ways the initiative can be incorporated strategies related to the implementation of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

To build a ramp, view this instructional video.