Loyalist College recognizes that accessibility is a College-wide responsibility. The college is committed to ensuring that its programs, services and facilities are accessible through an ongoing process facilitated by the College Accessibility and AODA working groups. The working groups ensure that the college is meeting its responsibilities as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. In doing so, the college adheres to the following core principles:
- Independence
- Dignity
- Equal opportunity
- Integration
For more information about the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, please visit the website of the Accessibility Directorate of Ontario.
Legislation and regulations
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005
- Ontario Regulation 429/07 – Accessibility Standards for Customer Service
- Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards
At Loyalist College our policies exist to achieve excellence for our students, employees and members of the public. Questions or requests for alternative formats may be directed to accessibilityfeedback@loyalistcollege.com or by calling 613-969-1913 or TTY 613-962-0633.
AODA policies and procedures
AODA policies, procedures, and practices are meant to guide members of the college community in their day-to-day dealings. Students, staff, faculty, volunteers the public and others can refer to these documents for guidance in a number of matters.
If you wish to have a copy of these documents, or to request an alternative format, please refer to the feedback section about requesting information and alternative formats.
Multi-year plan
In accordance with our organizational obligations under the AODA, Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation (O. Reg. 191/11, s. 4(1) (2)), the college has prepared this multi-year plan. The college has taken a strategic approach to implementation, recognizing that the AODA obligations are far reaching, with varying levels of responsibility across the college. The multi-year plan is a fluid document and framework that provides high-level deliverables and activities over the next three to five years.
Feedback
Loyalist College is committed to achieving barrier-free accessibility for persons with disabilities studying, visiting, and working at the college. If you would like consultation regarding the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) standards and obligations, or if you would like to provide feedback regarding services provided by the college relating to accessibility, we would like to hear from you.
Questions or requests for alternative formats may be directed to accessibilityfeedback@loyalistccollege.com or by calling 613-969-1913 or TTY 613-962-0633.