Accessibility

Accessibility at CHRIM

The Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba is committed to providing equitable access to its research, facilities, and communications. In December of 2013, the Accessibility for Manitobans Act became law. The newest standard as part of this act is the Accessible Information and Communication Standard Regulation, which goes into effect for non-profits on May 1st, 2025.

CHRIM recognizes that accessibility is an ongoing process, and that meeting the requirements in these acts is a minimum. There is always room for improvement, and we will always strive to meet the needs of our diverse community.

Submit a Request or Feedback

To submit an accessibility accomodation request or provide feedback on CHRIM’s accessibility, please use one of the following methods:

Electronic Submission: Submit using our Accessibility Request and Feedback Form.

Email: Kelly Ross, Director of Human Resources at [email protected].

Phone: Kelly Ross, Director of Human Resources at 204-789-3968

Key Terms

The following are definitions provided by the Province of Manitoba.

Accessible or Alternate Formats

Accessible or alternate formats are formats that present printed or electronic documents in different ways to ensure everyone has equal access to the information. People with disabilities may use adaptive or assistive technology that requires an alternate or accessible format so the technology can access the information in a specific manner for the user.

Examples of accessible or alternate formats include:

  • large print
  • recorded audio
  • electronic or digital documents
  • braille
  • writing in plain language
  • text transcripts of visual and audio information

Communication Supports

Communication supports facilitate communication between two or more people and helps The Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba to effectively communicate with a wide audience.

Examples of communication supports include:

  • sign language interpretation
  • screen reader technology
  • captions used in video content or virtual meetings
  • video relay services
  • adaptive or assistive technology 

Resources

Access Ability: A Practical Handbook on Accessible Graphic Design 2nd Edition
Graphic Design resource provided for free by The Association of Registered Graphic Designers (RGD).
https://rgd.ca/working-in-design/resources/accessability-2-a-practical-handbook-on-accessible-graphic-design

Accessibility for Manitobans Act Learning Portal
Includes modules for Accessible Customer Service Standard, Accessible Employment Standard, and Accessible Information and Communication Standard.
https://amalearningmb.ca/index.html

Accessibility for Manitoban’s Act Standards
Includes the five regulations that make up the act.
https://accessibilitymb.ca/accessibility/act-standards.html

Accessible Information and Communication Standard Regulation
Full text of the act.
https://web2.gov.mb.ca/laws/regs/current/047-2022.php?lang=en

Accessible Information and Communication Standard Regulation Homepage
Includes further links to resources related to regulation.
https://accessibilitymb.ca/accessibility/act-standards/the-accessibility-standard-for-information-and-communication.html#content

AXE DevTools
Automated accessibility check plugin for Chrome and Firefox.
https://www.deque.com/axe/devtools/

Checklist for Public Organizations
Quick checklist provided by Manitoba Accessibility Office.
https://accessibilitymb.ca/resources/ic_standard_checklist_public_sector.pdf

Manitoba Accessibility Fund
Provides an overview of the grant program towards accessibility projects.
https://accessibilitymb.ca/grants-and-awards/manitoba-accessibility-fund.html

Panorama
Improves accessibility of digital media and course content.
https://umanitoba.ca/centre-advancement-teaching-learning/technologies/panorama

Recruitment Poster Accessible Design Tips
Provides tips on how to make recruitment posters more accessible and inclusive.
https://www.chrim.ca/recruitmentposters/

TPGI Colour Contrast Analyser
Tool for checking colour contrast against WCAG guidelines.
https://www.tpgi.com/color-contrast-checker/

University of Manitoba Accessibility Overview
Includes context and how to comply with guidelines.
https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-accessibility/SitePages/accessibility-for-manitobans-act.aspx#how-to-comply

University of Manitoba Accessibility Training
Requires access to UofM SharePoint.
https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-accessibility/SitePages/training.aspx

WCAG 2.1 AA Checklist
Quick reference guide to check WCAG compliance, with filters for different levels.
https://www.w3.org/WAI/WCAG22/quickref/?versions=2.1&currentsidebar=%23col_customize&levels=aaa&showtechniques=324

WCAG 2.1 Accessibility Guidelines
Official WCAG document.
https://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG21/

Web Accessibility Testing Tools
Webinar provided by Vision Australia on accessibility testing tools and methods for web.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VAf1TyTNox4

WhoCanUse
Colour accessibility tool including different colour blindness and vision comparisons.
https://www.whocanuse.com/