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As Ontarians continue physical distancing in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, they rely on the media for news of the outside world. Access to information keeps all people safe and knowledgeable. To ensure that all people have the benefit of media access at this time, the government and other creators of media must make their programming and media releases accessible. Communicating with people with disabilities in the COVID-19 pandemic means that everyone has access to crucial information.

Communicating with People with Disabilities in the COVID-19 Pandemic. Read full article.

In the third review of the AODA, the Honourable David Onley recommends needed improvements to the Act. One of these improvements is the need for updating the Information and Communications Standards. During the public meetings Onley held while preparing his review, attendees state that the existing standards do not make current technology accessible. As a result, the standards must address the accessibility of new ways that people access information.

Updating the Information and Communications Standards. Read full article.

In the third review of the AODA, the Honourable David Onley recommends needed improvements to the Act. One of these improvements is the need to increase public awareness about the AODA and accessibility. During public meetings Onley held while preparing his review, attendees stated that many people are unaware of the AODA. Alternatively, people may know that the AODA exists but may not understand why they need to comply with it. In addition, Ontario people and organizations need to understand that accommodating people with disabilities is an every-day part of serving the public and doing business. Therefore, the government needs to develop a public education campaign on the business case for accessibility.

Public Education Campaign on the Business Case for Accessibility. Read full article.