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What is accessible and inclusive air and train travel?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Transportation is considered accessible and inclusive when each step of the journey is predictable, safe and barrier-free. Services must be designed to meet the needs of all individuals, regardless of their abilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The particularities of air and rail transportation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Air and rail transportation, as well as buses, subways or paratransit, are forms of public transportation. However, they are distinguished by their use primarily for long-distance travel, particularly across large geographic areas such as Qu\u00e9bec or Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All modes of public transit have challenges related to the accessibility of infrastructure, vehicles, information and assistance. However, long-distance travel presents additional challenges due to its length and possible border crossings. These challenges include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n