The Accessible Canada Initiative (DepK-008)

Overview

Delivery method

Online Self-Paced

Duration

1 hour

Audience

Employees

Description

This presentation provides an overview of the Accessible Canada Initiative, focusing on the Accessible Canada Act, Accessibility Standards Canada, Accessible Canada Regulations, the process of standards-making, as well as select relevant legal matters that Legal Services has advised on. It outlines the purpose, approach, and objectives of the Act, the roles and responsibilities of key players, and the development and implementation of accessibility standards. The presentation also discusses the planning and reporting requirements, enforcement mechanisms, and the involvement of Canadians with disabilities in the process.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the purpose and approach of the Accessible Canada Act.
2. Identify the key areas where barriers need to be removed and prevented.
3. Recognize the roles and responsibilities of various entities under the Act.
4. Learn about the development and implementation of accessibility standards.
5. Understand the planning, reporting, and enforcement mechanisms.
6. Appreciate the involvement of Canadians with disabilities in the accessibility process.

Presented by: Employment and Social Development Canada-Veterans Affairs Canada Litigation Services Unit (ESDC-VAC LSU) in collaboration with the Centre of Expertise for Learning and Professional Development (CoELPD).

Accommodation measures:

The Department of Justice is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free learning environment. If you have any accessibility needs in order to fully participate in the training activity, please contact your manager to discuss your needs. You may also call upon the services of the Centre for Workplace Access-Ability, Health and Wellness to help identify what type of accommodation measures you require.

For more information: Contact the Centre of Expertise for Learning and Professional Development.

Accreditation by Law Societies:

If you have questions concerning the accreditation process, please contact our accreditation team by email (Accreditations@justice.gc.ca).