Our digital journey as an organization is focused on the needs of our community members and visitors to provide them with the best possible online experience.
Our goal is to make our website accessible to everyone in our Abilities Centre community. We want to hear from you about your experience on our website, what features you like, and how we can do better. Please email us at marketing@abilitiescentre.org.
Our website’s navigation, wayfinding, structure and content meet or exceed the website accessibility requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), which are informed by the latest international guidelines for accessible web communication.
Shaped by feedback from our community, we will continue to add new features, content and tools that make it easier for people of all abilities to take part in our mission. We will also share our successes and challenges to help other organizations navigate their own digital-accessibility journey.
User Experience:
The user experience of the website ensures that its navigation, wayfinding and the structure of the content meets WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
The navigable content meets the following criteria:
Design
- The website was designed to be compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA
Examples include:
Technical
How to Use the Site:
Keyword Search
Many web browsers allow you to find text within a web page by searching for web pages by keyword.
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For Windows operating systems, press Ctrl and F
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For Mac operating systems, press Cmd and F
Magnify the Site
Most web browsers allow you to zoom in on web pages using simple keyboard controls. The magnifier allows you to focus on specific parts of the screen, enlarging the text and other page elements.
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For Windows operating systems, press Ctrl and + to zoom in on a web page (Ctrl and – to zoom out)
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For Mac operating systems, press Cmd and + to zoom in on a Web page (Cmd and – to zoom out)
Customize the Mouse Pointer
You can customize a computer mouse pointer in several ways. For example, you can slow down the speed of the mouse pointer for easier handling. You can also change its appearance so that it contrasts more with the screen content.
Learn how to change mouse settings for Windows operating systems:
Learn how to change mouse settings for Mac operating systems:
More Information About Digital Accessibility
Accessible Formats and Communication Supports
Abilities Centre will provide accessible formats and communication supports for persons with disabilities, upon request. Accessible formats may include large print, recorded audio and electronic formats, Braille and other formats used by persons with disabilities.
Feedback
At Abilities Centre, we value your feedback. Please share your thoughts and questions about our facility and our website. We always aim to offer the most accessible information possible. Please email marketing@abilitiescentre.org.
You can also visit our Accessibility FAQ.