Who we are

The Accessibility Commissioner is responsible for ensuring that organizations are fulfilling their obligations set out in the Accessible Canada Act and the Accessible Canada Regulations. Together, the Commissioner and the Accessibility Unit work to achieve the object of the Accessible Canada Act – a barrier free Canada by 2040 or before.

The Accessibility Commissioner and the Accessibility Unit help federally regulated organizations understand and meet their obligations under the Act by providing guidance and tools. The Commissioner also handles certain accessibility complaints filed under the Act. In the spirit of “nothing without us,” the Accessibility Commissioner engages with rights holders to ensure their voices are heard.