Accessibility Statement

ULLaw.ca is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all of our users.

Our Commitment

We believe that everyone should have access to legal information and services, regardless of their abilities or the technology they use. We are dedicated to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, including individuals who use assistive technologies.

Conformance Status

We are committed to meeting the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and provide a better user experience for everyone.

Our website strives to conform to the following standards:

• WCAG 2.1 Level AA - International web accessibility standard
• AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) - Ontario accessibility legislation
• Section 508 - U.S. federal accessibility requirements

Accessibility Features

We have implemented various features to enhance the accessibility of our website:

Navigation and Structure

• Clear and consistent navigation throughout the site
• Logical heading structure for easy navigation with screen readers
• Descriptive page titles for all pages
• Skip navigation links to jump to main content
• Breadcrumb trails to help users understand their location on the site

Visual Design

• Sufficient color contrast between text and background
• Text that can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
• Visual focus indicators for keyboard navigation
• No reliance on color alone to convey information
• Responsive design that works across different devices and screen sizes

Content Accessibility

• Alternative text for all images and graphics
• Descriptive link text that makes sense out of context
• Clear and simple language appropriate for legal content
• Properly structured tables with headers
• Accessible PDF documents when available
• Transcripts and captions for video and audio content

Technical Accessibility

• Semantic HTML markup for proper structure
• ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) labels where appropriate
• Keyboard accessibility for all interactive elements
• Form fields with proper labels and error messages
• Compatible with common assistive technologies

Assistive Technologies

Our website is designed to work with the following assistive technologies:

• Screen readers (such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver)
• Screen magnification software
• Speech recognition software
• Keyboard navigation
• Alternative input devices

Compatible Browsers and Devices

We test our website for compatibility with the following browsers and platforms:

• Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge (latest versions)
• iOS and Android mobile devices
• Windows and macOS operating systems

Documents and Downloads

We strive to ensure that all documents available for download from our website are accessible. When possible, we provide documents in multiple formats, including HTML and accessible PDF. If you encounter a document that is not accessible, please contact us and we will work to provide an accessible alternative.

Third-Party Content

While we work to ensure that our own content meets accessibility standards, some content on our website may be provided by third parties. We cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content, but we are committed to working with our partners to improve accessibility wherever possible.

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, there may be some limitations. We are aware of the following issues and are working to address them:

• Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible
• Certain third-party embedded content may have accessibility limitations
• Some complex legal documents may be challenging to navigate with assistive technology

We are actively working to remediate these issues and appreciate your patience as we continue to improve.

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing commitment. We regularly:

• Conduct accessibility audits of our website
• Provide accessibility training for our staff
• Test our website with various assistive technologies
• Review and update our content for accessibility
• Monitor changes to accessibility standards and implement updates
• Gather and respond to user feedback

Alternative Formats

If you require information from our website in an alternative format, please contact us using the information above. We can provide content in formats such as:

• Large print
• Braille
• Audio format
• Plain text email
• Other formats as needed

Accessibility Resources

For more information about web accessibility, you may find these resources helpful:

• Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)
• Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
• Accessible Canada Act
• WCAG 2.1 Quick Reference

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you have the right to file a formal complaint with the appropriate regulatory body:

• Ontario: Accessibility Directorate of Ontario
• Federal: Canadian Human Rights Commission

Assessment and Testing

This accessibility statement was last reviewed on October 30, 2025. Our website is regularly tested using:

• Automated accessibility testing tools
• Manual testing with keyboard navigation
• Testing with screen readers and other assistive technologies
• User feedback and testing with individuals with disabilities

Updates to This Statement

We are continually working to improve the accessibility of our website. This accessibility statement will be updated to reflect any changes to our accessibility policies, procedures, or website features. We recommend checking this page periodically for updates.