Although not perfect, Montreal offers accessibility for people with disabilities or with restricted physical ability. Unfortunately, the metro is not very accessible, but otherwise Montreal, like most Canadian cities, does have lots of access for mobility-challenged individuals. Most of Montreal’s buses are low floor with ramps for wheelchairs. All sidewalks are wheelchair accessible at the corners. Most modern buildings in downtown and the underground city are fine, and many places have been renovated for better accessibility. However, not everywhere in Montreal is easily accessible since Montreal is an old city with older roads in some parts of the city. This is most obvious in areas like Old Montreal, where a large portion of the streets are paved and older neighborhoods like Le Plateau. Many shops and restaurants: hit and miss.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
K\u00e9roul is non-profit group that helps travelers with disabilities in Montreal. They assess establishments to determine if they are accessible and are Montreal’s official partners for disabled visitors to Montreal. According to K\u00e9roul, a person with limited physical ability fits one of the following conditions:<\/p>\r\n\r\n