The new Jumpstart Inclusive Playground, located in YellowknifeSA国际影视传媒檚 Somba KSA国际影视传媒檈 Park, is open and already in full swing.

Scott Fraser, president of the charity, thanked Jason and Karen Butorac for their $100,000 donation to help bring the playground to the city.

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Response to playground has been positive, with the NWT Disabilities Council being very pleased with the SA国际影视传媒渄evelopment and opening.SA国际影视传媒�

SA国际影视传媒淯niversal design, whether in recreation, housing, business or services, benefits all members of the community,SA国际影视传媒� said Denise McKee, executive director of the council. SA国际影视传媒淲hen accessibility is incorporated in a non-obtrusive manner through design, it builds participation, choice and integration.

SA国际影视传媒淲e know that all children benefit from unstructured play whether or not they have a disability,SA国际影视传媒� she continued. SA国际影视传媒淲hen we create inclusive and accessible spaces, like this playground, we create a space where all children can play and grow together. This creates social inclusivity and accessibility, which helps children to see and understand differences, explore and engage in stimulating activities together, build self- esteem and develop cognitive, emotional and social skills.

Mayor Rebecca Alty was also thrilled by the parkSA国际影视传媒檚 reception since opening.

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