Progress Update - September 2022
Out of the 70 accessibility actions in the Plan:
- 19 actions completed
- 44 actions in progress
- 7 actions planned
Accomplishments in the first year include:
- Accessible Communication Services Pilot Program started and helps remove communication barriers that Edmontonians who are deaf or hard of hearing face when participating in City’s registered recreation programs
- A user-friendly landing page was created on edmonton.ca/accessibility for City accessibility information and resources
- The City’s Social Media Guidelines were updated to require accessibility best practices
- A Guide for Inclusive Hiring and Guidelines for Inclusive Job Postings were developed to implement equitable and inclusive hiring practices at the City
- A Voter Accessibility Plan for the 2021 municipal election outlined measures to mitigate barriers to participation identified by residents
Read the complete 2021-2022 Progress Report.
