Guidance on Digital Technologies Accessibility Regulations

This page offers guidance to help federally regulated public and private organizations meet the new requirements under the Accessible Canada Regulations (ACARs). It includes best practices and tools to help make your web pages, mobile applications, and digital documents accessible and aligned with the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Standard.

Who these publications are for

The guidance documents are to support federally regulated public and private organizations comply with the ACARs. This includes federal departments and agencies, Crown corporations, large private sector organizations, as well as Transportation Service Providers (TSPs) and Broadcasting or Telecommunications Organizations (BTOs). The extent of obligations varies depending on the type and size of the organization.

Publications

Digital technologies Phase 1: Guidance overview December 2025

Use this guidance to understand the new Digital Technologies Accessibility Regulations under the ACARs. These new requirements mandate organizations to make sure their digital technologies conform to the ICT Standard.

Digital accessibility training for employees upcoming

Use this guidance to help deliver employee training on the fundamentals of digital technologies accessibility. It outlines your compliance obligations such as providing training and keeping records, and offers optional best practices, tools, and annexes to support effective implementation.

Contact us

If you have questions or comments about these guidance documents, please contact EDSC.LCA.REGLEMENTS-REGULATIONS.ACA.ESDC@servicecanada.gc.ca