Disability should never be a barrier to employment opportunity. The Accessible Canada Act is an important step toward ensuring people with disabilities have equal opportunities to participate in the workplace.
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Accessibility isn't just the right thing to do—it's an investment in a stronger future. A barrier-free Canada helps expand participation, strengthen workplaces, and create opportunities for more people to contribute their skills, knowledge, and talents.
Feedback is a key part of #accessibility. When barriers are reported and addressed, systems improve and participation becomes easier for everyone. Read more in our Annual Report: www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/resources/pu...
People with #disabilities are experts in their own experiences. Accessibility is stronger when lived experience is included early and often by: • Identifying barriers earlier • Shaping better solutions • Improving inclusion in outcomes Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-xZ...
Best practices for meaningfully consulting people with disabilities
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#DisabilityPrideMonth is a time to celebrate the diversity, achievements, and contributions of people with disabilities. It also reminds us of the importance of accessibility, equity, and removing barriers so everyone can participate fully and thrive.
Accessibility creates possibility. When barriers are removed, communication improves, participation grows, and communities become stronger, safer, and more inclusive for everyone.
Our 2025-2026 Annual Report is out. Accessibility is about dignity, independence, belonging, and the full participation of people with disabilities in every part of Canadian life.
#News: Today, Canada’s Accessibility Commissioner released his 2025–2026 Annual Report. The report highlights progress toward a barrier-free Canada by 2040 and reinforces that accessibility is essential to building a stronger, more inclusive, and productive Canada.
Being an accessible and inclusive employer means recognizing that all people experience disabilities differently. It’s important to speak with your employees about what they might need to meaningfully participate at work.
We welcome the Government of Canada’s renewed commitment to equity and accessibility in "AI for All,” Canada’s new National Artificial Intelligence Strategy. As the strategy is implemented, Canada must ensure that the benefits of AI are inclusive, available and shared by everyone.
It's National #AccessAbility Week. True accessibility is transformative. This week and beyond, let’s commit to building a stronger Canada by deepening our understanding of how to dismantle barriers and promote inclusive practices across all sectors of society. #NAAW
To mark #NAAW2026, watch Canada’s Accessibility Commissioner, Christopher T. Sutton, speak about his lived experience and the importance of advancing accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUbx...
Meet Canada’s Accessibility Commissioner, Christopher T. Sutton
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As we mark National AccessAbility Week, we celebrate the leadership, innovation and contributions of persons with disabilities. It is an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to a strong and more accessible Canada, where no one is left behind. A stronger Canada starts with inclusive design.
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.
Leadership sets the tone for inclusion. Employers who champion inclusive policies, accessible tools, and barrier-free practices help build workplaces where employees with disabilities can contribute fully.
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. www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/resources/pu...
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)
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.
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-...
Accessibility: Understanding the act ASL
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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. 👇 bit.ly/40TP9MV
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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/...
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.
Who is covered by the Accessible Canada Act? 🔹 Parliament 🔹 Government of Canada 🔹 Federally regulated private sector Learn more: www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/individuals/...
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.
“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.
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.
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 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.