Appendices
Appendix II
Summary of Departmental Accessibility Accomplishments
July 2008 to June 2009
Introduction
Mandate: The Accessibility Planning Program will contribute to creating receptive, accessible Regional programs and services, and a workplace that ensures full participation of individuals with disabilities.
The Four Objectives Supported by the Departmental Accessibility Accomplishments are:
- To build the capacity of all staff to be aware of, and sensitive to, accessibility issues and barriers, and to support efforts to improve accessibility;
- To develop and strengthen organizational processes that will support accessibility;
- To review and develop policies to ensure prevention and removal of accessibility barriers;
- To build public awareness and advocate for accessibility of programs and services.
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