Over half of the Canadian population is affected every day by disabilities. Creating retail environments that are accessible for these individuals is critical. With this in mind, Retail Council of Canada is working together with provincial governments to offer free resources to help retailers design stores that are more accessible for both staff and customers.
Ontario accessibility compliance report
If you are a business or non-profit organization with 20 or more employees based in Ontario, you must file an accessibility compliance report every three years. The next reporting deadline is December 31, 2023.
Recent Updates
- Nova Scotia’s consultation on Accessibility Standards for the Built Environment & the Nova Scotia Building Code
Following extensive consultations, the Nova Scotia government is currently seeking feedback on its Phase 2 proposal for an accessibility standard … Continued - Saskatchewan to establish accessibility requirements
The Government of Saskatchewan has introduced The Accessible Saskatchewan Act that, when passed, will establish accessibility standards and regulations for … Continued
Accessibility Amid a Changing Retail Landscape
This free-to-download guidebook will help retailers gain a better understanding about different disabilities