The passage of the landmark Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 will make Ontario one of the world leaders in improving accessibility for people with disabilities.
While the government is moving forward to implement this legislation, there is a transition period during which government and parts of the broader public sector continue to have planning and other obligations under the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2001 (ODA). These obligations will remain in effect until they are repealed and replaced by standards under the new act.
Under the ODA, Ontario government ministries, municipalities, hospitals, school boards, colleges, universities and public transportation organizations are required to develop annual accessibility plans to make policies, practices, programs, services and buildings more accessible to people with disabilities. These plans must be made available to the public. Accessibility planning efforts to date have developed a strong foundation for the development of accessibility standards that will ensure real and effective change.
This ministry intends to build on its achievements by implementing initiatives that support the government's efforts and commitment to continue to make Ontario an inclusive and accessible province, where people of all abilities have a chance to fully participate and achieve their potential.
- Ministry of Revenue 2008-09 Accessibility Plan
December 9, 2008 - Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Revenue 2007-08 Accessibility Plan
September 6, 2007
