Accessibility

The Town of Marathon is committed to providing accessible services and facilities for all residents and visitors, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Ontarians with Disabilities Act (ODA) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to identify, remove, and prevent barriers to accessibility.

Accessibility Legislation

Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2001 (ODA)
The ODA aims to improve opportunities for people with disabilities and ensure their involvement in identifying and eliminating barriers to full participation in community life.

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA)
The AODA ensures equal access to goods and services across Ontario. It sets accessibility standards in five key areas:

• Customer Service
• Transportation
• Information and Communications
• Built Environment
• Employment

Accessibility Standards for Customer Service (O. Reg. 429/07)
Came into force: January 1, 2008
Town compliance date: January 1, 2010

Key Resources:

• 2010 Customer Service Accessibility Report
• Accessible Customer Service Brochure
• AD0018 Accessible Customer Service Policy
• AD0016 Accessibility Training

Accessibility Planning

Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation (IASR - O. Reg. 191/11)
Effective since 2011, the IASR combines standards for:

• Information and Communications
• Employment
• Transportation

Town Policies & Plans:

• Accessibility - Integrated Standards Policy
• Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 
• Accessibility Plan 2020 Status Report
• Accessibility Plan 2019 Status Report

Awareness Resources:

• Sidewalks/Curb Cuts Poster (PDF)
• Making Ontario Accessible – Ministry of Economic Development, Trade and Employment
• Access Forward – Free AODA Training Resources
• Working Together: The OHRC and AODA – Ontario Human Rights Code Training
• AODA Enabling Change Videos- HR Professionals Association

Help Us Identify Barriers

We welcome your feedback on accessibility in the community. Please reach out to help us identify physical, informational, or service-related barriers.