Our work has involved a comprehensive approach to wayfinding. To improve accessibility, we've updated signage to incorporate tactile lettering and braille, meticulously adhering to CSA and Rick Hansen Foundation standards. A key part of this was understanding the navigation experience for individuals with varying abilities. Touring the campus with a student early in the project highlighted the numerous obstacles presented by the existing layout. To address this, eyecandy developed a wayfinding strategy designed to guide all users through the intricate network of buildings, often identifying accessible routes that differ from the most direct paths. We even created a new campus-specific pictogram, featured on select signs, to clearly indicate accessible routes. This symbol intentionally moves away from the traditional wheelchair icon to be more inclusive of diverse abilities, including cognitive considerations.

In parallel with the accessibility enhancements, we've also focused on incorporating the recognition of the land's history and the Mi'kmaq language into the exterior signage. Working closely with the university, we explored opportunities to revise building names to address colonial legacies. The exterior signage now integrates historical information and prominently features the Mi'kmaq language, requiring a thoughtful balance between two languages.

This project exemplifies the intricate considerations involved in creating truly accessible and culturally aware environments through thoughtful signage design.