Ontario launches review of accessibility legislation

The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 became law on June 13, 2005. Under the act, the Lieutenant Governor must appoint someone to conduct an independent review of the legislation and regulations within four years of it coming into force.

Ontario has appointed Charles Beer to conduct a review of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. The review will help us make sure we are on the right track to building an accessible province by 2025.

Everyone will have the opportunity to participate in the review. Please check back for more information.

Learn more

About the review:

• News release
• Backgrounder
• Frequently asked Questions

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Making Ontario accessible for people with disabilities

Ontario has an important law. It’s called the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. It’s the first of its kind in Canada.

People with disabilities should have the same kind of opportunities as everyone else. They should be able to do the things that most of us take for granted — going to work or school, shopping, taking in a movie or eating out.

That’s the goal of Ontario’s legislation. Businesses and organizations who provide goods and services to people in Ontario will have to meet certain accessibility standards in five important areas of our lives:

• customer service
• transportation
• information and communications
• built environment
• employment

EnAbling Change Partnership Program

The Guide to the Accessibility Standards for Customer Service, Ontario Regulation 429/07

Making Ontario Accessible for People with Disabilities: AODA Compliance Assistance Centre

[Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA)]

• [Frequently Asked Questions about the AODA]
• [Guide to the AODA]

[Accessibility Directorate of Ontario]

[Accessibility Standards Advisory Council of Ontario]

• [Membership]
• [Terms of Reference]

[What is a standard?]

[About the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA)]

[About the Ontario Disability Support Program]