Establishment details
Maneuvering space
- Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 170
- Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 170
Seating furniture
- Variety of seating : yes
Counter
- Surface height (cm) : 70
- Clearance available : yes
Additional Information
Kitchen: Accessible stove and oven
Self-service kiosk: Accessible
Family room: Accessible
Coat check: Accessible
Toy library: Located on multiple levels without ramps
Bookshelves: Between 60 and 100 cm (ask for assistance if needed)
Accessible stall
- Interior maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 100
- Interior maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 100
Toilet-Grab bar (side)
- Location : right side
- Type of grab bar : L-shaped
Toilet-Grab bar (back)
- Type of grab bar : horizontal
Door
- Manual door-Required effort : high effort
Maneuvering space
- Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 150
- Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 150
Toilet
- Center/axis from side wall (cm) : 100
Toilet-Grab bar (side)
- Location : right side
- Type of grab bar : retractable
Toilet-Grab bar (back)
- Type of grab bar : horizontal
Sink
- Type of faucet : push button
Additional Information
Restroom locked at all times. Ask for the key at reception.
Adult changing table available. Two grab bars and surface height of 47 cm.
Circulation aisle
- Clear width (cm) : 79
Door
- Manual door-Required effort : high effort
- Clear width (cm) : 80
Accessible stall
- Interior maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 120
- Interior maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 120
Door-Stall
- Clear width (cm) : 83
Toilet-Grab bar (side)
- Location : left side
- Type of grab bar : L-shaped
Toilet-Grab bar (back)
- Type of grab bar : horizontal
Sink
- Counter surface height (cm) : 88,5
Access to sections
- All sections are accessible : yes
Maneuvering space
- Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 170
- Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 170
Seating furniture
- Variety of seating : yes
Additional Information
Study rooms (321–327): Accessible
Training rooms (317): Ventilation noise may make it difficult for people with hearing impairments to hear
Bookcases: Aisles between 65 cm and 100 cm wide (ask for assistance if needed)
Automatic door opener
- Type of automatic door opener : push plate
Maneuvering space
- Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 120
- Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 120
Toilet
- Transfer zone-Width (cm) : 90
Toilet-Grab bar (side)
- Type of grab bar : retractable
Toilet-Grab bar (back)
- Type of grab bar : horizontal
Door-Thresholds
- Level difference between exterior floor and door sill (cm) : 2
Door
- Clear width (cm) : 80
Table
- Table type : regular
Access to sections
- All sections are accessible : yes
Maneuvering space
- Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 170
- Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 170
Seating furniture
- Variety of seating : yes
Additional Information
Computers: Raised workstations
Collaboration room: 1 reserved seat
Bookshelves: Accessible
Automatic door opener
- Type of automatic door opener : push plate
Maneuvering space
- Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 120
- Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 120
Toilet
- Transfer zone-Width (cm) : 90
Toilet-Grab bar (side)
- Type of grab bar : retractable
Toilet-Grab bar (back)
- Type of grab bar : horizontal
Performance hall
- Room capacity : 180
- Number of reserved seats for people with disabilities : 3
Seat
- Height (cm) : 46
Additional Information
Availability of a live captioning system on the big screen
Access to sections
- All sections are accessible : yes
Maneuvering space
- Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 170
- Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 170
Seating furniture
- Variety of seating : yes
Additional Information
Creative Workshop: Accessible
MediaLab: Workstations with high tables
Recording Studio: Accessible
Bookshelves: Aisle width between 62 cm and 100 cm (ask for assistance if needed)
Study Rooms (219–225): Accessible
Information Desk: Accessible
Automatic door opener
- Type of automatic door opener : push plate
Maneuvering space
- Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 120
- Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 120
Toilet
- Transfer zone-Width (cm) : 90
Toilet-Grab bar (side)
- Type of grab bar : retractable
Toilet-Grab bar (back)
- Type of grab bar : horizontal
Door
- Manual door-Required effort : high effort
- Clear width (cm) : 80
Maneuvering space
- Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 142
Door
- Clear width (cm) : 79
Circulation corridor
- Clear width (cm) : 89
Additional Information
Standard seat, 50 cm wide
Booster seat available
No reserved seating, but open floor space at the front of the room
Additional Information
No magnetic loop system at the counter.
The acoustics of the premises promote sound comfort.
No flashing fire alarm system in the nursing room.
PN services and equipment
- Sensory kit : no
Additional Information
Generally quiet environment.
PRM services and equipment
- Number of manual wheelchairs : 1
Additional Information
Non-slip strip in contrasting color on all steps.
No raised lettering or Braille.
Live subtitles are available on the main screen.
Staircase-Warning strip
- Non-slip strip : yes
- High-contrast strip : yes
Staircase-Handrails
- Location : 2 sides
Elevator-Platform lift
- Door opening-Width (cm) : 80
- Interior space-Width (cm) : 200
- Interior space-Depth (cm) : 125
Directional signage
- Visibility : easily visible from afar
Circulation aisle
- Clear width (cm) : 110
- Presence of slope : yes
Staircase-Warning strip
- Warning strip available : no
Staircase-Tactile indicator
- Tactile indicator available : no
Staircase-Handrails
- Location : 2 sides
Door-Thresholds
- Level difference between exterior floor and door sill (cm) : 2
Door
- Manual door-Required effort : high effort
Automatic door opener
- Type of automatic door opener : motion sensor
Additional Information
The automatic door opening mechanism is temporarily out of order.
Drop-off area
- Official drop-off zone for paratransit : yes
Parking-Information
- Parking type : on street
- Number of reserved spaces for people with disabilities : 0
Additional Information
The library is accessible by public transportation, with several bus stops nearby. Paid parking is available in the surrounding area, including municipal and private parking lots as well as on-street parking.
Description
Located in the heart of downtown Québec City, the Gabrielle-Roy Library is a large, modern space that has been completely renovated, offering spacious and well-lit facilities. It provides a wide variety of services and activities for all audiences, ranging from diverse collections to workspaces, creative spaces, and gathering areas.
350, rue Saint-Joseph Est, Québec, Québec
418 641-6789 /
courrier@bibliothequedequebec.qc.ca
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