Administration role group
Project managers, product owners, and governance teams who oversee accessibility strategy, ensure compliance, and manage accessibility initiatives.
Project management
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Accessibility remediation roadmap template
This Accessibility Remediation Roadmap template is designed primarily for use in procurements or projects where accessibility conformance is required to be reached over time. The template outlines the essential information the Government of Canada would expect in an Accessibility Remediation Roadmap to understand and address deficiencies listed in an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR).
Accessible virtual events
Learn how to host accessible virtual meetings such as a training session, a meeting, or an open-door event.
Best practices for accessible virtual events
This guide is all about planning events, covering a broad range of activities like conferences, meetings, and presentations. It includes common barriers faced by people with disabilities during events and a suggested timeline for organizing your event. The goal is to work together to create more inclusive and accessible experiences.
Digital Accessibility Toolkit project
About the project, who we are and what is our goal.
Guide for Including Accessibility in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Related Procurement
The framework for integrating accessibility into Information and Communication Technology (ICT)-related procurements within the Government of Canada (GC) emphasizes leveraging the EN 301 549 standard to ensure inclusivity and usability across ICT products and services, exceeding the minimum requirements of WCAG 2.1. Designed for GC departments, agencies, and suppliers, it outlines practical steps, roles, and resources to promote accessibility, aligning with the Accessible Canada Act and fostering a barrier-free digital environment.
Live Broadcast
Live Broadcasts are defined as a facilitator presenting a PowerPoint via videoconference. Here we have defined each type and their respective accessibility requirements.
Procurement
Learn about, and access resources to support the inclusion of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility requirements into Government of Canada procurements and non-competitive contracts.
Terms of Reference
Terms of Reference define the purpose and scope of the Digital Accessibility Toolkit project. It includes information regarding the structures of a project, key roles, membership, meeting, and more.
Virtual Meeting Platforms and Accessibility Features
The Microsoft Teams and Zoom virtual meeting platforms offer various accessibility features that meet different needs, including for meetings and conversations.
Governance
About Us
Learn about this project and connect with us if you want to contribute your ideas.
Accessibility Fundamentals
Discover the principles behind accessible digital products and services. These principles remove barriers for people living with disabilities and ensures ease of use for all.
Accessibility remediation roadmap template
This Accessibility Remediation Roadmap template is designed primarily for use in procurements or projects where accessibility conformance is required to be reached over time. The template outlines the essential information the Government of Canada would expect in an Accessibility Remediation Roadmap to understand and address deficiencies listed in an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR).
Accessibility standards
Stay up to date on all the latest accessibility standards and regulations in the government.
Additional Resources
Resources and useful tools for web accessibility for employees of the Government of Canada.
Canada School of Public Service (CSPS)
The Canada School of Public Service leads the government's enterprise-wide approach to learning by providing a common, standardized curriculum that supports public servants through key career transitions, ensuring that they are equipped to serve Canadians with excellence. Multiple teams at the School support accessibility with the goal of creating a barrier free learning environment for its learners.
Community Directory
Learn more about the organizations, projects, and people working on accessibility within the Government of Canada.
Digital accessibility in the Government of Canada
Learn more about the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility standards, including the EN 301 549, which includes WCAG 2.1 level A and AA, when purchasing goods or services or designing a project, roles, and teams related to the Government of Canada.
Digital Accessibility Toolkit project
About the project, who we are and what is our goal.
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) works to improve the standard of living and quality of life for all Canadians. We do this by promoting a labour force that is highly skilled. We also promote an efficient and inclusive labour market. ESDC has multiple teams working in digital accessibility with the goal of creating a barrier free environment for Canadians and employees!
Global Accessibility Standards
A set of guidelines to ensure digital content is accessible worldwide for people living with disabilities and frameworks for creating accessible digital products, services, and more.
Guide for Including Accessibility in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Related Procurement
The framework for integrating accessibility into Information and Communication Technology (ICT)-related procurements within the Government of Canada (GC) emphasizes leveraging the EN 301 549 standard to ensure inclusivity and usability across ICT products and services, exceeding the minimum requirements of WCAG 2.1. Designed for GC departments, agencies, and suppliers, it outlines practical steps, roles, and resources to promote accessibility, aligning with the Accessible Canada Act and fostering a barrier-free digital environment.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Accessibility Requirements
This page is to share some of the work that Shared Services Canada (SSC) has done for the piloting of the CAN/ASC - EN 301 549:2024 / EN 301 549 V3.2.1 (2021-03) Harmonised European Standard Accessibility requirements for ICT products and services. This is not a full copy / paste / translation of the CAN/ASC - EN 301 549:2024/ EN 301 549 (2021) or Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1.
Learning and Development
Discover a curated collection of learning products to enhance your understanding of accessibility. Whether you're a developer, designer, or enthusiast, explore our links to courses, tutorials, and tools. Join us in creating a more inclusive digital world.
Procurement
Learn about, and access resources to support the inclusion of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility requirements into Government of Canada procurements and non-competitive contracts.
Resources
Recommendations, links, and other resources to help us be the most accessible and inclusive we can be.
Resources and Tools
Explore the various guides and learning materials created by federal public servants working to advance digital accessibility.
Statistics Canada (StatCan)
Statistics Canada, in collaboration with partners from Employment and Social Development Canada, will continue to develop and release products to better understand the accessibility experiences of Canadians. The Accessibility Data Hub provides a centralized location of topics related to accessibility and disability through data tables, articles, infographics and interactive data visualization tools.
Targeted Engagement: draft Standard on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Accessibility
The Digital Policy Division at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat is seeking targeted input on Phase One of the Standard on Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Accessibility. This webpage is where you can provide feedback to help make the Government of Canada’s ICT usable by all.
Technical Summary of the EN 301 549 v3.2.1 (2021)
This technical summary provides the reader a simplified summary of the technical requirements from the EN 301 549 V3.2.1 (2021-03) Harmonised European Standard Accessibility requirements for ICT products and services. Each clause or group of related clauses have been re-worded in plain language and examples have been added to help readers understand the requirements at a high-level. This document is especially useful for those who would like an understanding of the EN 301 549’s requirements without having to read through the full standard.
Terms of Reference
Terms of Reference define the purpose and scope of the Digital Accessibility Toolkit project. It includes information regarding the structures of a project, key roles, membership, meeting, and more.
Tools
Tips, recommendations, and learning materials to keep you informed about accessibility features that can be used every day in the federal public service.
What we heard report: Standard on Information and Communication Technology Accessibility (SICTA)
Between October 31 and November 30, 2022, the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat - Office of the Chief Information Officer (TBS-OCIO) Digital Policy & Performance Division undertook a targeted engagement on the Standard on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Accessibility. This page details the key themes that emerged and next steps to be taken in relation to the standard.
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