Wayfinding Maps

Wayfinding maps in City facilities

The City introduced the first tactile wayfinding map at the Walter Baker Sports Centre. 

A tactile map is read with your fingers and are designed for people with visual impairments. 

The wayfinding map is similar to “You Are Here” display directories at shopping centres but is placed lower to the floor and is mounted on a podium. It is a simplified version of the floor plan of the building, noting the major functional areas as well as washrooms and elevators. They are often bright and have high contrast colours and different textures to make features easier to identify and read.
 

The Design of Wayfinding maps

Tactile maps are not cluttered and adequate space is left between features for easy reading by touch. A legend is provided to the right side of the map with large text and Braille to identify features of the building. Each room includes a unique number, colour, and pictogram (a generic graphic representation of services provided in the location) or text to ensure that the map appeals to patrons with various needs. The name of the room or area is also provided in the legend.