Accessibility Commissioner News Today

A year after the federal government appointed Canada's first accessibility commissioner, the government has now ordered an external investigation of claims that he mistreated staff, CBC News has learned.

Some employers are 'probably really underprepared because the legislation captures such a broad swath of businesses'

Federally regulated organizations with more than 100 employees must publish their first accessibility plan by June 1, 2023. Those with fewer than 100 employees have until 2024 to comply...

/CNW/ - Collaboration with people with disabilities and other stakeholders is at the heart of Accessibility Standards Canadas mandate. Today, the organization...

Carla Qualtrough is at the United Nations this week leading a delegation with a focus on disability issues and inclusion.

/CNW/ - Employment and Social Development Canada For the first time in two years, countries from around the world have gathered at the United Nations...

/CNW/ - This past year, the Government of Canada has continued to make significant progress implementing the Accessible Canada Act (the Act), reinforcing its...

/CNW/ - The goal of a barrier-free Canada, one that is inclusive from the start, is at the heart of the Accessible Canada Act (Act). That is why the Government...

/CNW/ - When everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in society from the start, we will all benefit as a country. That is why the Government of Canada...

/CNW/ - The Government of Canada is taking another major step towards the goal of creating a barrier-free Canada, by continuing to implement the historic...