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AODA Toolkit

This toolkit is designed to support you in turning the Ontario government's Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) legislation, that directs university policy and library procedures, into everyday practices in your library or department.

The AODA's five standards give concrete directions for making the province's services and resources accessible. All of our accessibility initiatives should support the AODA's four principles:

Dignity – self-respect and the respect of others
Independence – do things without unnecessary help from others
Integration – same service, same way
Equal Opportunity – same options, chances and benefits

The Standards: how to comply

General Resources

AccessON.ca Information and resources from the Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services. Includes videos, tips and real-life stories.
Quick Reference & Helpful Information Fact sheets on commonly asked accessibility questions and other resources related to accessibility (From the Council of Ontario Universities (COU) Accessibility Toolkit)
Legislation & Regulations Legislation and regulations in Ontario related to accessibility (From COU)
The Ontario Human Rights Code. The AODA uses the definition of 'disability' found in the Code, which has provided equal rights and opportunities and freedom from discrimination for persons with disabilities since 1962. Resources include:
- Disability and the Duty to Accommodate: your rights and responsibilities
- Human Rights eLearning series
Planning for Inclusion. Checklists to assist with inclusive planning.
UN Enable - Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Department Head, Information Services and Resources, Porter

Library Associate/Coordinator, Services for Persons with Disabilities
February 15, 2013