Accessibility Statement
Cannoga College is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all students, staff, and public visitors, regardless of ability or technology used.
Accessibility Table of Contents
Commitment to Accessibility
Cannoga College is dedicated to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including students, applicants, faculty, staff, and community members. We strive to provide an inclusive online environment that enables equal access to educational resources and institutional content.
This Accessibility Statement details how Cannoga College complies with accessibility legislation and how users can request accommodations or report barriers.
Scope of This Statement
This statement applies to all official Cannoga College web platforms, application portals, learning management systems (LMS), and digital publications published under the cannogacollege.ca domain.
Accessibility Standards & Legislation
Cannoga College aligns its digital platforms with the following standards and frameworks:
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) standards.
- Canadian Accessible Digital Services regulations.
Compliance Status
Cannoga College web portals are substantially compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. Active testing and technical auditing are conducted continually to identify and resolve accessibility gaps.
Accessible Content & Features
- High contrast color ratios designed for enhanced readability.
- Full keyboard navigation support across interactive components.
- Structured HTML heading hierarchies (H1–H4) for screen reader compatibility.
- Alternative text (`alt` attributes) for non-decorative imagery.
- Scalable typography without loss of layout structure.
Non-Accessible Content
Certain legacy PDF publications or third-party embedded services may not fully satisfy WCAG 2.1 AA requirements. Cannoga College prioritizes remedying these items upon notification.
Alternative Formats
Upon request, Cannoga College will provide digital documentation in alternative accessible formats (e.g. large print, structured text files) within reasonable turnaround windows.
Feedback & Assistance
If you encounter accessibility barriers on our digital platforms, please contact the Accessibility Services Desk via the official contact page.
Enforcement Procedure
Users unsatisfied with an accessibility grievance response may escalate inquiries to the relevant provincial accessibility authority in Ontario, Canada.
Continuous Review
Accessibility protocols are reviewed during each major software release to maintain compliance with evolving standards.
Statement Preparation
This statement was prepared following internal technical audits of core portal components.
Statement Date
This Accessibility Statement is effective for the 2026–2027 Academic Year.
