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Accessibility is a right. The Accessible Canada Act works to remove barriers in federally regulated spaces, enabling full participation. Creating a barrier-free Canada requires ongoing action from organizations and institutions.
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Today alongside my colleague Christopher T. Sutton, Canada’s Accessibility Commissioner @accessibilityca.bsky.social, we had the opportunity to see the progress on a new building in #Toronto that will create intentional #housing for people with disabilities. (1/2)
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The accessible door button isn’t just for people with disabilities. Parents with strollers, travelers with bags, delivery drivers, or anyone with full hands benefit too. Accessibility makes spaces more practical for everyone.
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Accessibility in the workplace can look like:
• Plain language in emails and documents
• Clear instructions and expectations
• Simple, direct wording
These practices reduce barriers for employees with cognitive disabilities and make information easier for everyone to understand.
Did you know the #ACA is based on principles that prioritize dignity, equal opportunities, and barrier-free access for everyone? These principles guide efforts to create a more inclusive Canada for all. www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YS-...
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True inclusion means everyone is valued and empowered to contribute. Accessibility is more than just physical spaces. It also includes policies, practices, and ways of working that allow everyone to participate fully. Accessible environments and inclusive practices bring us closer to that vision.
Curious about the role of the Office of the Accessibility Commissioner?
Accessibility Commissioner Christopher T. Sutton shares insights on his role and the office’s mandate and responsibilities. 👇
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Organizations that prioritize accessibility and inclusion:
🤝 adapt more easily
🤝 reach higher performance
🤝 empower everyone to contribute
Learn how the ACA removes barriers facing people with disabilities: www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/individuals/...
The Accessible Canada Act aims to identify, remove, and prevent these barriers, making Canada more inclusive and accessible for everyone. Learn more: www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/individuals/...
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4 in 5 Canadians with very severe disabilities experienced at least one barrier in public spaces, workplaces, and services, showing that accessibility challenges are still very real for many.
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Who is covered by the Accessible Canada Act?
🔹 Parliament
🔹 Government of Canada
🔹 Federally regulated private sector
Learn more: www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/individuals/...
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DYK - Canadians with disabilities are more likely to live in poverty. Those with milder disabilities earn 12% less, while those with more severe disabilities earn 51% less. The Accessible Canada Act works to eliminate barriers and create greater opportunities.
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“Nothing Without Us” centres the voices of people with disabilities. Through the #ACA, we work with people with disabilities to understand their experiences and barriers.
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Did you know that over 6 million Canadians aged 15 and over have a disability? Advancing accessibility is crucial to creating barrier-free communities, workplaces and services for all Canadians.
Photo of Christopher Sutton at the AI in Regulation Conference.
Excellent discussions on the use of AI in regulatory settings. The implications for human rights and accessibility must remain a priority as they are utilized. We are committed to responsible approaches to AI in regulatory settings.
Accessibility benefits everyone. Let’s keep moving towards an Accessible Canada by 2040.
#AccessibilityMatters #Inclusion
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Accessibility is about removing barriers and creating opportunities for everyone. When we design services, spaces and information to be inclusive from the start, we build a society where people of all abilities can participate fully, and with dignity.
In case you missed it 👇
📅 Federally regulated organizations can join ESDC’s bilingual technical briefings on Feb 3, 5, 9 & 11, 2026 to learn about the new requirements and ask questions.
📧 Email edsc.lca.reglements-regulations.aca.esdc@servicecanada.gc.ca to register and request accessibility supports.
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Phase 1 of a new section on digital technologies is now in force under the Accessible Canada Regulations, and will help to ensure accessible communications for all.
ℹ️ Learn more: www.canada.ca/en/employmen...
Learn more about how the removal of barriers helps everyone participate fully: www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/individuals/...
#AccessibilityMatters #AccessForAll
When accessibility is built in from the start, everyone benefits.
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January is a time to reflect on access, opportunity, and inclusion. Accessibility is not a one-time action. It's an ongoing commitment to ensuring people of all abilities can participate fully in our communities’ workplaces and public services.
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By 2040, we aspire to a Canada where accessibility is the norm, not the exception.
Every step we take today brings us closer to workplaces and communities that are accessible, fair, and equitable for everyone.
Learn more about the Accessible Canada Act: www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/individuals/...
Meaningful consultation with people with disabilities is the key to making lasting change. Watch our video to learn more: https://sbee.link/nrgycpxjhe
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Achieving accessibility is a shared responsibility. Government, business, civil society and individuals each have a part in shaping meaningful progress.
Only by working together can we build a more inclusive and equitable Canada.
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The cost of living is leaving people behind. This #HumanRightsDay, let’s treat access to the essentials of life as a matter of rights. We are stronger when everyone is included.
Read our statement: www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/resources/ne...
#HumanRights shape our everyday experiences – from the choices we make to the responsibilities we share. This #HumanRightsDay, let’s celebrate all the ways human rights touch our lives, protect people, and make a fairer Canada: www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmxg...
The webinar, called The Power of Accessible Communities, showed just how important #inclusion and #accessibility are. When everyone is included, people win and Canada wins.