The Accessible Canada Initiative (DepK-008)

Overview

Delivery method

Online Self-Paced

Duration

50 minutes

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).

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Accommodation Measures: The Department of Justice is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free learning environment. If you need workplace accommodations to fully participate in this training, contact your manager or the Centre for Workplace Access-Ability, Health and Wellness (CWAHW). Please note, the CWAHW requires at least 72 hours to respond.

Please contact the Centre of Expertise for Learning and Professional Development (CoELPD):

• To flag any requests or accommodations needs, at least 10 business days before starting the training session.
• For more information or if you have any issues with this course.

Accreditation by Law Societies:

For information about the continuing professional development (CPD) hours for this course, please consult the 2025 Accreditation Summary.

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