In May, the ACT Minister for Disability, John Hargreaves formally announced, the ACT Government's commitment to introduce the Companion Card for Canberra. The card will not be officially launched until August. Keep track of what is happening by visiting www.companioncard.act.gov.au.
This scheme is designed to provide fair and equitable access for people with disabilities who require attendant care to take part in community activities, e.g. attend movies, sports events, shows, visit galleries, etc. Essentially it provides for a ‘two for one' admission fee for venues or events.
The Companion Card scheme is not only about assisting people with disabilities to realize basic human rights. There is clear evidence that businesses who participate in such schemes actually also increase their turnover.
At the moment ACT businesses are being recruited to the scheme, and in due course eligible persons with disabilities will also be able to apply for a card. Your Companion Card will be administered by the ACT, but you will be able to use it right across Australia.
WWDACT encourages all Canberra businesses who have a ticketing system as part of their operation to sign up. The Card will be launched in August. More information about becoming a Companion Card Business Affiliate is available at www.companioncard.act.gov.au.
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