Digital Accessibility Newsletter
July 2021

Employers sometimes make the mistake of placing an employee with a disability in a de facto accessibility role. While lived experience offers useful insights, those insights might not quality the employee as an accessibility expert (and they may not want to be an expert). Accessibility is a specialization and assuming that disability equates to actual and willing accessibility expertise can have unintended consequences.

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5 Myths About Screen Readers That Hurt a11y

Think content is automatically compatible with screen readers? They're powerful, but they only function as well as the content allows.

The Truth About Photosensitivity, Seizures

Flashing lights aren't the only digital triggers for seizures. Check out these facts and tips for creating websites with reduced risk.

Dark Mode Can Improve Text Readability

But Not for Everyone

Dark mode themes and user interfaces are becoming more popular every day. And while accessibility is commonly noted as a driver, dark modes can actually create accessibility issues. They can make site navigation difficult, create extra challenges for people with dyslexia and astigmatism, and ironically may not provide enough contrast.

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AODA Enforcement Now In Full Effect

What Do Companies Need to Know to Be Digitally Compliant?

On June 30, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) passed an important milestone. Accessibility compliance reports were due for businesses and non-profits with 20 or more employees. Now, businesses face questions.

• Does the AODA apply to all websites?
• What are the penalties for websites that fail to comply?
• How similar are AODA requirements to other accessibility standards?

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