An accessible website that is AODA and WCAG compliant ensures a seamless experience for all users, including the 6 million Canadians with disabilities.
As a result, businesses often see increased engagement, conversions, and customer loyalty from their marketing efforts.
Why Accessibility Matters
Making sure your webite is AODA and WCAG compliant isn’t just about meeting legal requirements, it’s also about creating an inclusive digital experience that benefits everyone.
Accessibility expands your audience, improves usability, and enhances your brand’s reputation.
What Happens if My Website Isn’t Compliant?
The Ontario Government requires businesses and non-profits with 20 or more employees to meet AODA standards and enforcement efforts are increasing. While penalties vary, non-compliance can lead to financial fines, with corporations facing up to $100,000 per day.
More importantly, inaccessibility limits your reach. When your website works well for people with permanent or temporary disabilities, it expands your audience and improves engagement. In fact, companies that have an accessible website often see:
- Up to a 6.8% increase in traffic (with some businesses reporting up to 50%)
- Higher search engine rankings, as accessibility is one of the markers Google uses in determining ranking
- An increase in overall sales, customer loyalty and positive brand perception
Why Choose Blue Goose?
For over 18 years, our team of senior designers and developers have worked with the Canada’s largest government bodies to create optimized, accessible websites that meet strict compliance standards. Our proven process ensures your site reaches and maintains compliance without unnecessary complexity or cost.
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What’s Included?
When you choose Blue Goose for your accessibility audit, you’ll receive:
- An audit of your top pages, based on traffic
- A comprehensive report of AODA (WCAG 2.2 AA) compliance issues, highlighting critical issues and potentially costly false positives
- Our preferred rate to correct any accessibility issues, ensuring long-term compliance and usability
Don’t Wait – Compliance Deadlines Are Here
The Ontario Government requires businesses and non-profits to submit an accessibility audit by December 31, 2026. If your business hasn’t submitted yet, compliance is still required.
Missed the deadline? We can help. Capacity is limited—contact us today to ensure your website is accessible and compliant.