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The Fourth Independent Review of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) and its regulation O. Reg 191/11 has launched. The review is supported by a review website which is independent from the Ministry of Seniors and Accessibility. This Review is particularly poignant as it is the final review before the 2025 timelines for a more accessible Ontario under the Act.
The scope of the review will include the following considerations:
- Effectiveness and Evolution of the AODA;
- Building Awareness and Community Support; and
- Compliance and Enforcement Incentives.
In January 2022, the Government of Ontario appointed Rich Donovan by Order in Council to review the AODA. Rich is an entrepreneur and a globally recognized subject matter expert on the convergence of disability, user delight, and experience design.
In accordance with the legislative requirement to undertake a comprehensive review of the AODA and its regulations, a final report shall be released by June 2023.
*This post was updated on September 22, 2022 to clarify that the website is independent.