Accessibility Advisory Committee

Short name: ACC
Purpose: Promoting the implementation of the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2001, in the City of Welland and improving opportunities for people with disabilities. Advising Council, as required by the Act, on its annual Accessibility Plan, which focuses on identifying, removing, and preventing barriers with disabilities.

Meeting information

Meeting schedule: Typically the third Thursday of each month
Meeting time: 2:30 p.m.
Meeting location: Virtual
Chair: Ather Shabbar
Staff liaison: Grant Munday
905-735-1700
AAC@welland.ca
Committee contact: Emily Clulow
905-735-1700 x2257
AAC@welland.ca

Members:

• Councillor Bonnie Fokkens (April 4, 2023 to November 14, 2026)
• Ather Shabbar
• Terry Scott
• Melissa Graham
• William Barnes
• Wendy Barnes
• Shealah Stratton

The following members, unless otherwise indicated, are appointed until November 14, 2026.

Sub-committees:

• Public Liaison sub-committee
• Barrier Removal sub-committee
• Sports and Recreation sub-committee