Ontario Accessibility
@ONAccessibility

An official account of the Ontario Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility. Terms of use: ontario.ca/SocialTerms. En français : @ONAccessibilite

 Ontario
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Joined November 2011
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DYK about Intervenor Services in Ontario? Intervenor Services help people who have a combined loss of both hearing and vision. People are either born deafblind or acquire the loss of hearing and vision later in life. @ONAccessibility
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(1/2) Accessibility reports are due soon! If your business or non-profit has 20+ employees, now’s the time to get ready for the Dec 31, 2026 deadline. Ontario’s new #Accessibility Compliance Reporting Portal makes filing faster, easier, and more convenient than ever.
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(2/2) Learn more: ontario.ca/accessibilityrepo… #AODA #ontariobusiness

Completing your accessibility compliance report

Businesses and non-profits with 20 or more employees and public sector organizations must follow these steps to complete an accessibility compliance report.Download the report

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This International Day of Sign Languages, we celebrate Deaf communities in Ontario! Interpreting and intervenor services support people who are Deaf, deafened, hard of hearing, or deafblind. Learn more about these services at: ontario.ca/page/services-peo… #IDSL
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The Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone (EASE) Grant supports projects that improve accessibility & inclusion for people with disabilities & older adults, including in rural communities, helping them stay active, safe, healthy & connected. ontario.ca/EASEGrant #ONRuralWeek
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Today is World Alzheimer’s Day. Learn how @AlzheimerOnt supports people living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers through resources such as Finding Your Way. findingyourwayontario.ca/ #WorldAlzDay #AskAboutAlzheimers Read the descriptive transcript: transcript.ontarionewsroom.c…
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It’s the International Week of Deaf People. Ontario celebrates the achievements and contributions of the Deaf community while recognizing the importance of assistive devices. Learn more about eligible coverage for hearing devices: ontario.ca/page/hearing-devi… #IWDP2026
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🐕‍🦺 Guide dogs and service animals must be allowed in public areas of restaurants, taxis and stores in Ontario. No vest? Show documentation from a regulated health professional if asked. Learn more about your rights at ontario.ca/page/accessibilit…
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Congratulations to Max L. Brault on receiving the 2026 David C. Onley Award! Max is a nationally respected accessibility leader whose advocacy, mentorship, and policy contributions have advanced inclusion across Canada. news.ontario.ca/en/backgroun… #AccessibilityMatters @ontariomcm
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Ontario's Guide Dog Benefit provides financial support to eligible people with disabilities, ensuring they can care for their #GuideDogs and maintain their independence. Learn more: ontario.ca/document/ontario-… @ONSocialService @CNIB
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(1/2) Congratulations to Amandipp Singh on receiving the 2026 David C. Onley Award for Leadership in Accessibility! Through Enabled Talent and the ENABLE Canada Tour, he is helping remove barriers, expand opportunities and promote full participation in community life.
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(2/2) news.ontario.ca/en/backgroun… #AccessibilityMatters @ontariomcm

Outstanding Ontarians Honoured at Lieutenant Governors’ Legacy Awards Ceremony | Ontario Newsroom

Outstanding Ontarians Honoured at Lieutenant Governors’ Legacy Awards Ceremony | Ontario Newsroom

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Deaf Services Canada’s Seniors Community Grant project is improving digital literacy among deaf seniors in the Greater Toronto Area. Learn about other projects helping seniors across Ontario: ontario.ca/SeniorsGrant @cdnhearing @cityoftoronto @AMOPolicy
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Congratulations to the recipients of this year’s David C. Onley Award for Leadership in Accessibility! This award recognizes exceptional individuals who go above and beyond to improve #accessibility for people with disabilities. news.ontario.ca/en/release/1…
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Terry Fox is one of Canada's most inspirational #accessibility champions. The Terry Fox Run returns on Sept. 20, bringing communities together to make a difference. Learn how you can participate: terryfox.org/
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Accessibility is good for business. Removing barriers builds inclusive communities and attracts more customers and workers. Organizations with 20+ employees must file an #AODA compliance report this year. Learn more: ontario.ca/page/accessibilit… #ONbusiness
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Ontario is investing up to $400,000 to support the @RickHansenFdn’s Youth Leadership Summit in 2027 in Ontario, creating opportunities for young people to develop leadership skills & empower young leaders to build more accessible & inclusive communities. news.ontario.ca/en/release/1…
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September is World Alzheimer's Month. Are you caring for a person living with dementia? Be sure to follow @AlzheimerOnt, who provide programs and services for those living with dementia & their loved ones year-round. alzheimer.ca/on/en/help-supp… #WorldAlzMonth
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#DidYouKnow guide dogs must be allowed to accompany their owners in restaurants, grocery stores and taxis? During #GuideDogAwarenessMonth, learn about guide dog owners' rights and what we can all do to help create a more accessible Ontario. ontario.ca/page/accessibilit…
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Planning for the long weekend? Check out @OntarioTravel’s guide to inclusive experiences for families and kids with physical and cognitive disabilities. From museums to adaptive sports, there’s something for everyone. destinationontario.com/en-ca…
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