The Canada Science and Technology Museum is committed to providing an accessible environment to visitors of all ages and abilities.

Getting to the museum

Parking

Visitor drop off and pick up is allowed at the main entrance to the museum.

The museum offers paid parking. Please note that the ticketing system uses your vehicle’s licence plate number; be sure to note it before leaving your car to pay. You do not need to return to your vehicle after making payment; your vehicle plates are tracked.

There are several designated parking spots for expectant mothers near the museum’s main entrance.

As part of the museum’s ongoing commitment to accessibility, designated spaces are available for people with special needs (permit required). There is no fee for parking vehicles with this permit.

Public transportation

To reach the Canada Science and Technology Museum by bus, use the OC Transpo Travel Planner. You can also call OC Transpo at 613-741-4390.

Entrance

The designated main entrance is accessible to people using wheeled devices.

In the museum

Getting around

Wheelchairs can be borrowed free of charge, on a first-come, first-served basis. To sign out a wheelchair, please visit our admissions desk.

The Canada Science and Technology Museum features level flooring throughout, with the exception of the Steam: A World in Motion exhibition and the Sound by Design exhibition, which are accessible via a ramp.

Seating is available in all areas of the museum. Each seating area includes seats with arm and back supports.

Demo stage

The Demo Stage features seating for visitors using wheelchairs, as well as seats with arm and back supports.

Support persons

The Canada Science and Technology Museum offers free admission to one support person accompanying a person with disabilities. You MUST book your ticket in advance by contacting our Customer Relations Team by phone at: 613-991-3044 or 1-866-442-4416, or by email: contact@IngeniumCanada.org.

Service animals

Service animals, such as guide dogs and hearing dogs, are welcome in the Canada Science and Technology Museum.

Washrooms

Washrooms are located in the main entrance of the museum, and at the back of the museum (through the From Earth to Us exhibition).

In addition, there is a separate gender-neutral/universal washroom, equipped with an adult-sized change table and a motorized lift, located across from the cafeteria.

Baby care and nursing

Washrooms throughout the museum feature diaper-changing tables.

Breastfeeding is welcome in all locations in the Canada Science and Technology Museum.

Volume controls

Exhibits that include a sound component feature volume controls and headphone jacks. The museum does not provide headphones.

Sensory concerns

Light, noise, and crowds will vary throughout the Canada Science and Technology Museum.

At peak times, the museum will be noisy; visitors may consider bringing noise-reducing headphones.

Designated accessible parking

As part of the museum’s ongoing commitment to accessibility, designated spaces are available for people with special needs (permit required). There is no fee for parking vehicles with this valid permit.