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Carefree Society to establish first-ever accessible sightseeing tour service

A local nonprofit that’s supporting accessible and inclusive transportation, is launching the Carefree Service.

Photo credit: The Carefree Society

It’s a fully accessible and inclusive sightseeing and activities tour service designed for people of all ages and abilities.

Starting next month, the new service will operate two to three pre-scheduled trips per week, offering scenic, educational, and culturally rich tours of Prince George and area amenities, venues and events.

The initiative reflects the organization’s commitment to providing equal opportunities for exploration and connection to those often excluded from traditional tourism experiences — including seniors / elders, people with disabilities, families with young children, and more.

“This is more than just a tour. It’s a movement toward community belonging and dignity,” said Christos Vardacostas, Executive Director of Carefree Society.

“We believe everyone deserves to experience the beauty, history, and joy of our beautiful city and region — without limits.”

Tour Features Include:

  • Wheelchair-accessible vehicles and boarding
  • Friendly direct support and facilitation of rider requirements
  • Allows rider accompaniment
  • Subsidized or free seats for low-income riders
  • Destinations people want to get to

“Tours are something that have been greatly needed in Prince George, so it’s exciting to see Carefree Society taking the lead,” said Carmen Herman, Interim CEO, Tourism Prince George.

“By making these tours accessible and community-based, they’re ensuring that everyone can explore our community together.”

A free launch celebration and demo ride is taking place on Wednesday, November 5th, at 10:30am, at 2832 Queensway Street.

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Brendan Pawliw
Brendan Pawliw
Since moving to Prince George in 2015, Brendan has covered local sports including the WHL’s Prince George Cougars, Prince George Spruce Kings, UNBC Timberwolves, Cariboo Cougars AAA, and Northern Capitals U18 female hockey teams. Career highlights include play-by-play during the Spruce Kings' BCHL championship runs in 2018 and 2019, including the Doyle Cup win. He also covered the 2019 National Junior A Championship, the 2017 Telus Cup, the 2022 World Women’s Curling Championship, and the 2022 BC Summer Games. Brendan is the news voice on 94.3 The Goat and Country 97 FM, reporting on crime, real estate, labour, and environmental issues. Outside of work, he officiates box lacrosse and fastball, sits on the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame board, and co-hosts the Hockey North podcast.

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