Tag: Accessibility

ACCESSIBILITY: The ability to “access” a given service or device
Set by internationally recognised standards (consistent/measurable)
i.e.:
W3C (WCAG)
ISO
USABILITY: The ability to not only access but also use that device
Variable, user driven and specific to each person’s unique needs

Toronto Tourism For Families With A Blind Member

In my family there are 2 blind members, 1 adult and 1 13year old girl. When the family was planning a trip to Toronto we really didn’t know where to start. A quick google for things that would be. Of interest for Blind Tourists yielded pretty much nothing and a visit to the Toronto Tourist… Continue reading Toronto Tourism For Families With A Blind Member

Concrete Steps towards Improving Accessibility & large organizations and service areas – Part 1

I often get asked about what organizations should be doing to improve their service and the accessibility of their communications for people with disabilities.  It can often be difficult to figure out what tangible activities should be looked at and where to focus one’s initial energy.  I’ve written this article to try and provide a… Continue reading Concrete Steps towards Improving Accessibility & large organizations and service areas – Part 1

Live Online Consultation on the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Oct 22 from 7-9pm

  I just wanted to extend an invite to anyone who would be interested in participating in an on-line public consultation with Charles Beer October 22, 2009 from 7-9pm EST The provincial government has hired Charles Beer to do an independent review of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The AODA calls for… Continue reading Live Online Consultation on the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Oct 22 from 7-9pm

Why Serotek?

  The Top Five Reasons Why System Access (SA), System Access Mobile Network (SAM Net) and Serotek are leading the industry in innovation: Community : Serotek unlike many of the AT manufacturers are working to build more than just a basic screen reader (something in my opinion the market is already flooded with); it is… Continue reading Why Serotek?

Modern Multiple Format Production and the role of Daisy

  Who needs alternate formats?   While a bit general in nature, here are some examples: Readers who are blind or have low vision, require one or more of the following formats depending on their needs & the usage of the material, may require: Braille, electronic text, audio or large print   Readers with various… Continue reading Modern Multiple Format Production and the role of Daisy