Accessibility
Our commitment to removing barriers and building an inclusive workplace.
Accessibility Plan (2023–2026)
Evanov Communications has published a three-year accessibility plan to eliminate barriers for people with disabilities as employees, service users, and community members. The plan was developed in reflection of core values and principles set out in section 6 of the Accessible Canada Act, and the inherent right to dignity of every individual.
Definitions
Any impairment, including a physical, mental, intellectual, cognitive, learning, communication, or sensory impairment — or a functional limitation — whether permanent, temporary or episodic in nature, or evident or not, that, in interaction with a barrier, hinders a person’s full and equal participation in society.
Anything — including anything physical, architectural, technological, or attitudinal, anything that is based on information or communications or anything that is the result of a policy or practice — that hinders the full and equal participation in society of persons with an impairment.
The adaptation of physical spaces, technology, products, services, policies, programs, and attitudes to permit all individuals, including those with disabilities, to engage fully with the world around them without limitations.
Action Areas
Employment
- Health & Safety committees assess accessibility at each monthly meeting
- Accessibility questions added to exit interviews
- Job posting formats evaluated and improved for accessibility
- Onboarding accommodation policy created
- Inclusive hiring training for managers (by June 2024)
- Company-wide disability awareness training (by June 2025)
- Training evaluation and employee survey (by December 2025)
Built Environment
- Scent-neutral deodorizers in bathrooms
- Personal workspace assessments available for employees with disabilities
- Common space barrier assessment (by June 2024)
- Barrier remediation initiated (by December 2024)
Information & Communication Technology
- Existing ICT accessibility assessment (by June 2024)
- Additional accessibility supports added (by December 2024)
- Employee ICT survey conducted (by June 2025)
Communication
- Website feedback links for accessibility issues (by December 2023)
- Website accessibility review (by June 2024)
- Plain language guidelines and training (by December 2024)
- Promotions staff disability training (by June 2025)
- Digital media accessibility policy incorporating WCAG standards (by December 2025)
Procurement of Goods, Services & Facilities
- Assessment policy for major procurement (by June 2024)
- Resource bank for accessibility developments (by June 2025)
Feedback & Accessible Formats
We welcome feedback on our accessibility plan, progress reports, or any barriers encountered. Feedback can be submitted to Evanov Communications’ General Counsel:
Available formats include: print, large print, braille (within 45 days), audio format (within 45 days), and electronic formats compatible with adaptive technology (within 15 days). Individuals may identify themselves or remain anonymous when providing feedback.