Last Updated: February 2025
Our Commitment to Accessibility
Kingsway Drafting & Design is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all users.
We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards, as well as comply with the Accessible Canada Act and Alberta's accessibility requirements.
Accessibility Features
Our website includes the following accessibility features:
Navigation and Structure
- Consistent navigation throughout the website
- Clear heading structure for easy navigation with screen readers
- Skip-to-content links for keyboard users
- Descriptive page titles that identify the purpose of each page
- Breadcrumb navigation where applicable
Visual Design
- Sufficient color contrast between text and background colors
- Text that can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
- Content that does not rely solely on color to convey information
- Responsive design that adapts to different screen sizes and orientations
- Support for reduced motion preferences
Images and Media
- Alternative text (alt text) for meaningful images
- Decorative images appropriately marked to be ignored by screen readers
- Captions and transcripts for video content where applicable
Forms and Interactive Elements
- Clear labels for all form fields
- Error messages that are clearly identified and described
- Focus indicators for keyboard navigation
- Sufficient time to complete forms and interactions
Keyboard Accessibility
- All functionality available via keyboard navigation
- Visible focus indicators on interactive elements
- Logical tab order throughout the website
- No keyboard traps that prevent users from navigating away
Assistive Technology Compatibility
Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:
- Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
- Screen magnification software
- Speech recognition software
- Keyboard-only navigation
- Browser accessibility features and extensions
Browser Support
For the best accessible experience, we recommend using the latest versions of:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Apple Safari
- Microsoft Edge
Accessibility in Our Services
Beyond our website, we are committed to accessibility in our professional services:
- We can provide documents in alternative formats upon request
- Our team is trained to communicate effectively with clients with disabilities
- We accommodate various communication preferences (email, phone, video calls)
- We consider accessibility requirements in our architectural designs when applicable
Standards and Guidelines
We align our accessibility efforts with the following standards and legislation:
- WCAG 2.1 Level AA: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)
- Accessible Canada Act: Federal legislation promoting accessibility for persons with disabilities
- Alberta Human Rights Act: Provincial legislation prohibiting discrimination based on disability
- AODA: Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act standards (for services in Ontario)
Known Limitations
While we strive for full accessibility, some content may have limitations:
- Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible; we are working to remediate these
- Third-party content or embedded applications may not meet all accessibility standards
- Some interactive map features may have limited accessibility; please contact us for assistance
Continuous Improvement
We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website and services. Our efforts include:
- Regular accessibility audits and testing
- User feedback collection and implementation
- Staff training on accessibility best practices
- Monitoring of accessibility standards and guidelines updates
Feedback and Assistance
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website and services. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
Kingsway Drafting & Design
Email: ishita@kingswaydrafting.ca
Phone: (825) 888-6550
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
When contacting us about accessibility issues, please include:
- The web page URL where you encountered the issue
- A description of the problem
- The assistive technology you were using (if applicable)
- Your preferred method of contact for our response
We will respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days and work to resolve issues as quickly as possible.
Alternative Access
If you are unable to access any content or functionality on our website, please contact us and we will provide the information in an alternative format or assist you in completing your request through other means.