The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (The ”AODA”) is a law aimed at preventing and eliminating barriers thereby fostering inclusion for persons with disabilities. It was enacted in 2005 with the goal of improving accessibility for all Ontarians by 2025.

York University (“York”) is committed to compliance with the AODA, the Code, as well as York’s policies on accommodating persons with disabilities.

York’s commitment to meet the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities is articulated in the Statement of Commitment: Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities which can be found at: www.accessibilityhub.info.yorku.ca.

In accordance with the AODA and the Code, York recognizes the dignity and worth of every person.

To view the definition of “disability” in both AODA and the Code, please click on the following links:

The Code:

www.e-laws.gov.on.ca/html/statutes/english/elaws_statutes_90h19_e.htm

The AODA:

www.e-laws.gov.on.ca/html/statutes/english/elaws_statutes_05a11_e.htm

 As additional information about accessibility becomes available, it can be found at York’s Accessibility Hub: www.accessibilityhub.info.yorku.ca

You may also email aodainfo@yorku.ca with requests for additional information or to request a copy of the AODA brochure in an accessible format.