The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) is designed to improve accessibility standards in all public spaces by 2025. It is made up of 5 standards:
- Customer Service Standard
- Information and Communication Standard
- Employment Standard
- Transportation Standard
- Design of Public Spaces Standard
Each standard is a law that individuals, government, businesses, nonprofits, and public sector organizations must follow in order to become more accessible. The accessibility standards contain timelines for the implementation of required measures and help organizations identify, remove, and prevent barriers in order to improve accessibility for people with disabilities.
Via Accessibility Ontario
The Design of Public Spaces Standards are designed to make built environments accessible to all Ontarians. It includes
- Recreational trails
- Beach access routes
- Outdoor public use eating areas
- Outdoor play spaces
- Exterior paths of travel
- Parking
- Service counters and waiting areas
For more information, visit the Integrated Accessibility Standards
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