Accessibility

 

2026 Burnaby Pride
Accessibility Guide

Access is an act of love and community building. Burnaby Pride works hard to center accessibility and equity. We recognize that lack of access and ableism are connected to the systems of oppression that we are actively working against as we build, create, and celebrate community.

General

We want everyone to have a fantastic time at our event! Please be particularly attentive to UV exposure, heatstroke, dehydration, (perhaps inclement weather?) and air quality on the day of the event.

Getting Here

Terrain

  • The terrain is a mixture of three zones; manicured grass, concrete, and paved stone squares and uneven in some areas. You can view images of the site here. There is an accessible entrance to the park at on McKay at Kingsborough. (view images of the site here)

Parking

  • Limited free, underground parking will be available for the duration of the event. Enter the parkade from Kingsborough Street. 
  • Accessible parking spaces available as well as spots marked with Reserved for Burnaby Pride. 
  • Additional parking close to the elevator is often available on the second floor
  • Accessible drop-off on the 2nd floor beside the elevator, as the upper parking lot will be closed during the event.

Bike Valet

  • Experience hassle-free parking for your bikes with our reliable bike valet service. Avoid the stress of traffic or searching for a parking spot as our dedicated team ensures secure bike parking, giving you peace of mind while  you enjoy the festivities. The bike valet service is 100% COMPLETELY FREE! We also accept other micro-mobility devices like skateboards, unicycles, rollerblades, and strollers.

Transit 

  • Skytrain: Expoline (Metrotown Station); 10minute walk
  • Bus #119, #130, #019 all stop in front of the site. 

Accessibility Volunteers

  • Volunteers are available to provide support with any accessibility concerns. Don’t hesitate to flag down a volunteer in a bright pink Burnaby Pride shirt or pink high vis vest if any support is needed.

Seating

  • There is a shaded accessible seating area with folding chairs
  • As most of the seating is on the grass, feel free to bring a blanket, pillow or low portable chair for your comfort.

Low Sensory Area

  • Low sensory area provided by Live Educate Transform Society  at the end of the park away from the stage for rest, reduced traffic/stimulation. Quiet activities, and fidgets available. Tables, chairs, benches, and pillows will be present. Accessible seating includes benches and sturdy chairs.

Low Vision

  • Large signage scattered around the park. 

Deaf and HoH

Kids Zone

  • Face Painting, Bubble Fairy, Mermaid Storytime
  • Colouring and Lawn games

Food

  • Food Trucks on site
  • Nearby options at Station Square and Crystal Mall

Water

  • Refill station available in the grass field near the rainbow letters

Fragrance Aware

  • Burnaby Pride supports the creation of a fragrance-free environmen to minimize attendance barriers for individuals experiencing chemical sensitivities. For the health and safety of volunteers, performers, and guests please come fragrance-free or reduced to this event. 
  • For information on how and why to be fragrance-free, see http://thinkagaintraining.com/fragrance-free/#forparticipants.

General Health

  • First aid available onsite.
  • Naloxone kits available at the First Aid tent

Covid Precautions

  • We support individuals wearing masks at our event. If you are feeling unwell on Saturday, please stay at home. If you must attend, please consider rapid testing before the event, wearing a mask onsite and observing social distancing and handwashing practices. 

Safety

  • RCMP law-enforcement will not be in attendance at our event, however please note that there is a community policing office across the street.Guardtek security personnel will be onsite to support the safety of all participants. Additionally, Burnaby Pride has trained volunteers wearing pink high vis vests also supporting onsite safety. Don’t hesitate to flag down one of these volunteers if you have any concerns!

Burnaby Info Booth

  • Cups
  • Beverages
  • Ear Plugs
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Sunscreen
  • Masks