Under the new AODA rules, there are four principles one must consider when providing services: independence, dignity, integration, and quality of opportunity. Our software ensures these core principles are achieved.
The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) is a law passed in 2005 that sets out a process for developing and enforcing accessibility standards.
Under the AODA, the government must create accessibility standards that businesses, non-profit, and public sector organizations must follow. Implementing and enforcing these standards will help us work together to make Ontario more accessible and inclusive by 2025.
In Canada, 18% of the population lives with a disability, making it difficult to view websites. This is expected to rise to 20% by 2036.
But Less Than 4% of All Websites Are Accessible! This creates a huge disparity adversely impacting those who have a disability that impairs their ability to view and interact with websites.
The law includes standards for Information and Communication so that organizations make their information accessible. The law states that all websites conform to the World Wide Web Consortium Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). The current minimum standard is WCAG 2.0 Level AA.
Public and Private Sector Organizations, including
Public Sector Organizations include:
Lookit Design uses a web-based solution on any website platform and content management system. The accessibility solution connects with a fully managed SaaS (software as a service) platform on Amazon Web Services (AWS), the largest global cloud computing platform. The service is provided through a subscription.
Using Lookit Design’s solution, you can be sure that your website complies with the latest AODA standards. The solution uses AI-assisted technology (Artificial Intelligence) to automatically scans your website and continuously make changes and adjustments to ensure compliance. This includes adding alt text to images, improving navigability, and more accessibility features. AccessiBe’s solution is always up-to-date with the latest AODA standards, so you can be confident that your website will always be compliant. Lookit Design can transform any website into an AODA-Compliant site, giving special tools for visually-impaired visitors and those with other disabilities, including motor skills impairment, ADHD, and Epilepsy. All site visitors can see your Accessibility Statement, which is updated daily.
If you’re ready to make your website AODA-compliant, Lookit Design can help. Schedule a free 30-minute virtual consultation. The consultation includes a scan of your website and a complimentary report with an accessibility score and a list of areas for improvement, which can be helpful when completing the AODA accessibility reports required by the Province of Ontario.
The law establishes a reporting requirement and a specific timetable for businesses and organizations to inform the government.
