North Vancouver, B.C. – Today Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism Association (VNSTA), with the operational support of the Museum of North Vancouver (MONOVA) announced the official launch of the Neurodiverse Sensory Backpack Loan Program. This new VNSTA initiative provides sensory-friendly resources to ensure that visitors with autism or other neurodiversity’s can comfortably experience the North Shore’s unmatched natural beauty and local attractions.
The neurodiverse sensory backpack, available to use at no cost from MONOVA’s visitor services counter at The Shipyards district, includes noise-canceling headphones, sensory toys, earplugs, and a guide highlighting sensory-friendly attractions across the North Shore. Visitors can borrow the backpack to explore local museums, galleries, events, parks, and community spaces and return to MONOVA, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce or the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier office when they have finished their visit to the North Shore.