Accessibility

The Municipality of Grey Highlands is committed to providing inclusive and accessible communities and continues to implement the legislated requirements set out in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Accessibility standards contained within the AODA focus on five key Areas:

• Accessible Customer Service
• Accessible Information and Communication
• Design of Public Spaces
• Employment Accessibility
• Accessible Transportation

Plans

Grey Highlands is committed to providing programming and services that consider the diverse needs and abilities of the people we serve. This Multi-Year Accessibility Plan will guide Grey Highlands as we strive to provide services that go beyond compliance and improve the experiences of the public, staff and anyone who interacts with Grey Highlands.

Reports

The Grey Highlands 2024 Accessibility Progress Report shows the steps we are taking in the way of accessibility.

The 2023 Accessibility Compliance Report submitted to aoda.compliance@ontario.ca is linked here.

Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipality of Grey Highlands is a member municipality of the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee (JAAC) in Grey County. The JAAC advises Grey Highlands Council and staff members on ways to identify, prevent and remove barriers for persons with disabilities in municipal services, programs and spaces. The committee meets approximately four times per year plus additional meetings and consultation as required.

Agendas and Minutes from this committee can be located on the County of Grey Website. 

Feedback

We want to hear from you. Help us to identify barriers or make recommendations on how we can improve accessibility in any of our  programs, services and facilities by contacting us.