Voters frustrated, upset over accessibility issues at Dartmouth polling station – Halifax

HALIFAX – Some voters in the federal election are disappointed and upset with a location of a polling station in Dartmouth, saying it is not friendly to those with accessibility issues.On Monday, voters cast ballots at a building behind St. Peter’s Church on Crichton Avenue. It sits on a hill and although there is a ramp at the back of the building, many voters were unaware and used the steps at the front of the building.Resident Roy Church said he was surprised the building was used in the first place.“It is a hill for the elderly to get around. Although you’re allowed to drive up, it’s not really marked that well,” he said.Voter Ross Osborne said he and his wife had to separate after casting their ballots. Story continues below advertisement
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