CAPS is steadfast in its commitment to providing digital accessibility for its members and visitors, particularly those who are aging or living with disabilities. In pursuit of this goal, we adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, striving to make our website accessible and user-friendly for individuals of all abilities.
Strategies for Creating an Accessible Website
Our journey towards an accessible website has been guided by a comprehensive and meticulous plan. From the inception of our website, we have rigorously followed the WCAG 2.1, Level AA standards, so it can cater to a wide range of user needs and lived experiences. As pat of our efforts towards accessibility, we have focused on optimized colour contrasts for enhanced visibility, keyboard-friendly navigation for those unable to use a mouse, and full compatibility with various assistive technologies such as screen readers. We also regularly conduct evaluations and spot checks to maintain our high standards for accessibility.
Key accessibility features of our website
Our website is equipped with several features that align with the WCAG 2.1, Level AA standards:
- Text alternatives: Text alternatives are provided for all relevant images and non-text content.
- Keyboard navigation: Our website is fully navigable using just the keyboard.
- Adaptable content: Our content is structured semantically so it can be interpreted in various ways without losing its essence.
- Distinguishable elements: Clear contrast between text and background are provided, and options to resize text without the need for assistive technology are offered.
- Predictable navigation: Our web pages are organized with a consistent and predictable navigation structure.
Understanding that perfection is an ongoing pursuit, your feedback is essential in our continuous efforts to maintain and enhance accessibility.
We encourage you to get in touch with us, should you run into any accessibility barriers and we commit to addressing and remediating such barriers promptly and efficiently.