Care-Centered Accessibility Policy
1. Our Commitment
As a company committed to equality, we consider accessibility to be an essential component of social justice and inclusion.
Our approach is grounded in an intersectional perspective, recognizing that barriers to accessing information may vary depending on realities related to gender, identity, language, culture, socio-economic contexts, and more.
We therefore commit to:
● promoting equitable access to information and our services;
● integrating accessibility principles from the design stage of our digital tools;
● contributing to reducing systemic and digital barriers;
● continuously evolving based on feedback and expressed needs.
2. Inclusive Vision
We recognize that accessibility is not limited to technical aspects. It also includes:
● cultural realities
● linguistic diversity
● situated knowledge and lived experiences
From this perspective, we aim to create a digital space that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible to all.
3. Standards and Reference Framework
We draw inspiration from the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) to improve
the accessibility of our website.
Our objective is to adhere to the following fundamental principles:
● perceivable
● operable
● understandable
● robust
4. Measures Implemented
a) Structure and Navigation
● Clear organization of content with a logical hierarchy
● Simple and consistent navigation
● Use of structured headings
b) Language and Comprehension
● Use of clear and accessible language
● Attention to simplicity in writing
● Intention to make content available in more than one language where possible
c) Colors and Contrast
● Sufficient contrast between text and background
● Avoidance of color combinations that reduce readability
● Information not conveyed by color alone
d) Images and Visual Content
● Addition of alternative text for meaningful images, where possible
● Use of inclusive images that reflect diversity
● Avoidance of visual content that may cause discomfort (e.g., flashing elements)
e) Typography and Readability
● Use of readable, screen-adapted fonts
● Sufficient text size for comfortable reading
● Spacing that enhances readability
f) Technological Compatibility
● Efforts to ensure compatibility with various browsers and assistive technologies
● Keyboard navigation enabled where possible
5. Legal Compliance and Normative Frameworks
We recognize the importance of aligning with legal and normative frameworks on accessibility, while adopting an evolving approach adapted to the size and nature of our organization.
In Canada and Quebec
We draw inspiration in particular from:
● the Accessible Canada Act, which aims to identify, remove, and prevent accessibility barriers
● the Act to secure handicapped persons in the exercise of their rights with a view to achieving social, school and workplace integration (Quebec), which frames obligations regarding inclusion and accessibility
● government standards on digital accessibility
Although some legal obligations mainly apply to public bodies or larger organizations, we voluntarily choose to align with these principles as part of our social responsibility.
Internationally
We also refer to recognized international frameworks such as:
● the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
● principles of equality and non-discrimination upheld in international human rights
instruments
● global best practices in digital accessibility
These references support our intention to situate our approach within a global perspective, consistent with our commitments to human rights and equality.
6. Responsibility and Continuous Improvement
Accessibility is a shared responsibility and an evolving process.
We commit to:
● regularly assessing the accessibility of our website
● addressing identified barriers to the extent of our capacity
● integrating user feedback within a continuous improvement approach
7. Limitations
Despite our efforts, some sections of the website may present accessibility limitations. We are actively working to identify and improve them.
8. Contact Us
If you encounter accessibility issues, need content in an adapted format, or wish to share a suggestion: info@joseedaris.com
We commit to responding as promptly as possible.
Please visit our PRIVACY POLICY for more information.