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Development role group

Front-end and back-end developers who implement accessible code, integrate assistive technologies, and build inclusive digital experiences.

Front-end development

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Create forms

Learn about the essential steps for creating accessible forms.

Designing accessible services

With these tips, learn what you need to know to design for different disability categories.

Designing for users of screen readers

What to do - and what not to do - when designing for users of screen readers.

Designing for users with physical or motor disabilities

What to do - and what not to do - when designing for users with physical or motor disabilities.

Find out how to make accessible digital forms

With this guide, find out what the best format is and other helpful tips for making accessible digital forms.

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.

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.

Tools

Tips, recommendations, and learning materials to keep you informed about accessibility features that can be used every day in the federal public service.

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