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Welcome to our accessibility resources page! It is important for our lab that we prioritize accessibility in all aspects of our work, from creating digital content to disseminating research findings. This page serves as a guide to ensure that our documents, data visualizations, presentations, etc. meet the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you find any other useful resources, please add them to this table!

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Text and Font

  • Word/PDF documents should be a minimum of size 12 font.
  • Avoid using decorative, condensed, or extended fonts. 
  • Use San Serif fonts like Arial, Calibri, Geneva, Verdana or Helvetica for better readability.

Alt Text
  • Alt text is a brief description of an image included in a webpage or document that is read aloud by screen readers for users with visual impairments.
  • It should concisely describe the purpose of the image in relation to the content.
    • Keep alt text short and descriptive and avoid unnecessary phrases.
    		https://accessibility.huit.harvard.edu/describe-content-images
    Colour Contrast Checker
    • Strive to have high contrast between font colours and background colours.
    • The Colour Contrast Checker provides users with pass/fail results based on Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
    		https://accessibleweb.com/color-contrast-checker/
    Accessibility Checker on Microsoft Word

    This feature allows users to inspect Word documents and PowerPoint presentations for accessibility by:

    • Identifying content that may be difficult for those who use screen readers to read.
    • Show error/warning signs and explanations of why/how to fix it.
    		https://grok.lsu.edu/Article.aspx?articleid=19787
    Readability Statistics on Microsoft Word
    • This feature on Microsoft Word allows users to check readability statistics by indicating the current grade level of the document.
    • Use plain/lay language in participant-facing documents to enhance comprehension.
    • Aim for a grade 7-9 reading level for adult-targeted documents
  • This feature on Microsoft Word allows users to check readability statistics by indicating the current grade level of the document
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    		https://www.monash.edu/about/editorialstyle/writing/readability-statistics#:~:text=In%20Word%2C%20go%20to%20Preferences,readability%20statistics%20will%20pop%20up.
    How to Make Websites Accessible
    • This resource provides detailed guidelines on ensuring all new and existing websites comply with accessibility standards.
    		https://www.ontario.ca/page/how-make-websites-accessible
    Making Content Generally Visible

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    resources

    resource provides general information on:

    • Ensuring content is AODA and WCAG 2.0 compliant.
    • Methods for diverse sensory access.
    • Colour contrast and text alternatives.
    		https://www.aoda.ca/web-accessibility-guidelines-for-making-content-visible/