AODA Compliance
Coast to Coast
Leading AODA compliance and WCAG 2.1 solutions across all Canadian provinces.
Professional bilingual accessibility services from coast to coast.
AODA Compliance
Ontario Leadership
All Provinces
13 Territories
WCAG 2.1 AA
Federal Standard
Bilingual Support
EN / FR
Canadian Accessibility Compliance Standards
Expert compliance with Canadian accessibility regulations
AODA
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act compliance
ACA
Accessible Canada Act federal accessibility requirements
WCAG 2.1 AA
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines Level AA compliance
Major Cities We Serve
Local expertise in Canada's largest metropolitan areas
Toronto
ONVancouver
BCMontreal
QCCalgary
ABOttawa
ONAODA Compliance & Web Accessibility FAQ for Canadian Organizations
Essential guidance on AODA deadlines, Accessible Canada Act requirements, and provincial accessibility laws across Canada
What are the AODA compliance deadlines for 2024-2025?
All new internet websites must comply with WCAG 2.0 Level AA immediately. Existing websites had until January 1, 2021. Organizations with 50+ employees must file accessibility compliance reports by December 31, 2024. AODA fines up to $100,000 daily for non-compliance.
AODA compliance checklist and deadlinesWhich organizations must comply with the Accessible Canada Act?
Federal Crown corporations, banks, airlines, railways, telecommunications companies, broadcasting, and federal government departments. Must publish accessibility plans by December 2024, implement feedback processes, and meet progressive compliance deadlines through 2040.
Accessible Canada Act requirementsDo provincial accessibility laws outside Ontario apply to websites?
Yes. Nova Scotia's Accessibility Act requires WCAG 2.1 AA by 2030. Manitoba's Accessibility for Manitobans Act covers ICT standards. British Columbia's Accessible British Columbia Act includes digital accessibility requirements. Quebec's Act to secure handicapped persons includes web provisions.
Provincial accessibility laws guideWhat AODA penalties and enforcement exist?
AODA penalties range from $500-$100,000 per day for individuals and organizations. The Accessibility Directorate of Ontario conducts compliance reviews and can issue Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMPs). Public sector organizations face additional scrutiny and mandatory compliance reporting.
Free AODA compliance assessmentDoes AODA require bilingual French accessibility features?
While AODA doesn't explicitly require French, the Official Languages Act and human rights codes may require bilingual accessibility. Federal organizations under Accessible Canada Act must ensure accessibility in both official languages. Quebec's Charter requires French accessibility features.
Bilingual accessibility solutionsWhat accessibility standards apply to Canadian mobile apps?
AODA applies to mobile apps as "internet websites." Accessible Canada Act explicitly covers mobile applications. Apps must meet WCAG 2.0/2.1 AA standards including touch targets, screen reader compatibility, voice control, and keyboard navigation. App stores increasingly require accessibility compliance statements.
Mobile app accessibility guideHow do Canadian human rights complaints work for web accessibility?
Individuals can file complaints with provincial human rights tribunals or the Canadian Human Rights Commission for inaccessible websites. Recent cases include CNR ($25,000 award), VIA Rail, and federal department websites. Complaints are rising 40% annually since 2020.
Learn about AODA complianceWhat emergency accessibility measures should Canadian businesses implement?
Publish an accessibility policy, conduct WCAG 2.0 AA audit, implement keyboard navigation, ensure minimum 4.5:1 color contrast, add alternative text for images, and create accessible forms. Document all efforts for compliance reporting and human rights defense.
2025 AODA compliance guideGet AODA Compliant Today
Connect with our Canadian accessibility experts for personalized AODA compliance solutions
Canada Support
Why Choose WebAbility for Canada?
- • AODA compliance expertise
- • Accessible Canada Act knowledge
- • Bilingual support (EN/FR)
- • Provincial regulation expertise