Discover Ability - Understanding the AODA
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Discover Ability - Understanding the AODA
Date:
January 27, 2021
Time:
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM EST
Registration:
Register Now
Event Description:
When operating a business in Ontario it's both good practice and the law, to create and implement policies that promote accessibility. The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act, or AODA, was created to break down barriers around accessibility.
The size and type of your business affects timelines, filing requirements, and your obligations. Self-employed individuals and companies that do not have employees are exempt.
Some general areas that are addressed by the AODA include:
The size and type of your business affects timelines, filing requirements, and your obligations. Self-employed individuals and companies that do not have employees are exempt.
Some general areas that are addressed by the AODA include:
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Accessible Customer Service
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Accessible Emergency and Public Safety Information
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Creating Accessibility policies
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Training staff on accessible policies and laws
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Creating a feedback process for people with disabilities
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Making public information accessible (when requested)
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Making new websites, or significantly updated websites, accessible (50+ employees)
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Implementing accessible employment practices
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Filing Accessibility Compliance Reports
Join the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce and the Discover Ability Network on Wednesday, January 27th for a FREE Webinar to learn more.
