Upcoming Events

The following are awareness events offered by the IT Accessibility Office. You will have the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of content related to accessibility.

Please note that the sessions will be recorded and available in the Past Events.

May

Global Accessibility Awareness Day

Deputy Minister Tina Namiesniowski will open the session to acknowledge the Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD).

Get ready to be inspired by Martin Paquette on May 15, 2025, in honour of (GAAD). Join us to learn about how his incredible journey from facing cancer and disabilities to reclaiming his path as a manager is a testament to resilience and determination. Witness how he transformed challenges into opportunities to rebuild his life and career.

Register for Overcoming Adversity: Redesign, Rebuild, Reclaim

• French Session: May 15, 2025 | 10:00 am to 11:00 am (Eastern Daylight Time)
• English Session: March 15, 2025 | 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm (Eastern Daylight Time")

For any questions regarding the sessions, or if you need help registering, please contact the IT Accessibility Outreach, Communications and Support Team at EDSC.TI.SENSIBILISATION-AWARENESS.IT.ESDC@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca.

National AccessAbility Awareness Week May 25 - 31, 2025

In Person

Join us for our next event during National AccessAbility Awareness Week (NAAW), where we will be partnering up with the Centre of Expertise for Optimizing Employee Potential to answer your questions and tell you more about our services.

• Date: May 27, 2025
• Location: Place du portage, Phase-IV, 1st Floor, 140 Promenade du portage (top of the escalator near the commissionaire desk)
• Time: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (Eastern Daylight Time)

Virtual Kiosk

The ITAO virtual kiosk, designed to ensure inclusivity and support for all ESDC employees. This innovative platform offers a range of services tailored to meet your needs, making it easier than ever to access essential resources and assistance.

• Date: May 29, 2025
• Location: MS Teams – Join the ITAO Kiosk: Your One-Stop Information Portal
• Time: 10:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Eastern Daylight Time)

Why Join?

• Inclusivity: The virtual kiosk is accessible to everyone, ensuring no one is left out.
• Convenience: Access services from the comfort of your workspace or home.
• Support: Get personalized assistance and resources to help you succeed. You will have an opportunity to ask your questions one-on-one, sit with our team so they can have a look at a template or document, receive advice on audits, needs assessment, IT accessibility equipment and more.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your work experience and connect with valuable services. Join us in embracing this new initiative and make the most of what the ITAO virtual kiosk has to offer!

If you have a question about digital accessibility or if you need guidance, please reach out to us through the intake form or send us an inquiry at edsc.ti-it.a11y.esdc@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca and we will be happy to help you.