Accessibility

The Mission to Seafarers Canada is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people of all abilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) requirements.

Our platform includes the following accessibility features:

• Clear, consistent navigation throughout the site
• Descriptive alt text for images
• Sufficient color contrast for text readability
• Resizable text that maintains functionality
• Clear form labels and error messages
• Focus indicators for keyboard navigation

Our website can be navigated using a keyboard. You can use:

• Tab: Move forward through interactive elements
• Shift + Tab: Move backward through interactive elements
• Enter: Activate links and buttons
• Space: Activate buttons and toggle checkboxes
• Arrow keys: Navigate within menus and form controls

Our platform is designed to work with assistive technologies including:

• Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
• Screen magnification software
• Speech recognition software
• Alternative input devices

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our platform. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know.

If you need assistance with any part of our website or require information in an alternative format, we are happy to help.