
The event explored elements of the province's ongoing journey toward an accessible Ontario by 2025 and highlighted new tools and resources from the government's EnAbling Change program as well as the implementation of accessibility standards.
In partnership with the Accessibility Directorate of Ontario, RGD is helping to develop guidelines and tools for communications and design work to be accessed, understood and enjoyed by all audiences.
Interested in Accessibility?
Be sure to check out RGD's resources and upcoming events covering the topic of Accessible Design:
DesignThinkers Workshop with David Berman RGD: Understanding Accessibility
Date: November 8
Time: Morning - 9:00am to 12:00pm / Afternoon - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Location: Toronto City Hall, 100 Queen Street W, Committee Room 2
David Berman RGD explores the importance of accessibility to everyone, not just those with disabilities, covering major challenges, assistive technologies, an overview of regulations (AODA, Section 508, Canada's Standard on Web Accessibility), W3C WCAG 2.0 guidelines and techniques, and more.
For more information, visit http://designthinkers.com/Sessions/2013/Understanding-Accessibility.aspx
Webinar with Michael J. Young RGD: Accessible By Design
Date: November 13
Time: 12:00pm to 1:00pm ET
Location: Via Webinar