Accessibility Statement

Last updated: June 2, 2026

♿ We are committed to ensuring our website is accessible to everyone.

Our Commitment

Central Alberta Markets is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

  • Semantic HTML: Proper heading structure and landmarks for screen readers
  • Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements are accessible via keyboard
  • Color Contrast: Text meets WCAG AA contrast ratios (minimum 4.5:1)
  • Focus Indicators: Visible focus states for all interactive elements
  • Alt Text: Descriptive alternative text for images
  • Resizeable Text: Content scales properly when zoomed up to 200%
  • ARIA Labels: Accessible labels for interactive components

Standards We Follow

Our accessibility efforts align with:

  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
  • ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act best practices
  • Section 508: Rehabilitation Act accessibility requirements

Known Limitations

We are aware of some areas where accessibility could be improved:

  • Interactive maps may require additional keyboard navigation improvements
  • Some older images may not have complete alt text descriptions

We are continuously working to address these limitations.

Assistive Technology Support

Our website is designed to work with common assistive technologies including:

  • Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
  • Screen magnification software
  • Speech recognition software
  • Keyboard-only navigation

Feedback and Contact

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

  • Email: centralalbertaafterdarkads@gmail.com
  • Response time: We aim to respond within 2 business days

Requesting Accessible Formats

If you need content in an accessible format that is not currently available on our website, please contact us and we will work to provide it in a timely manner.

Continuous Improvement

Accessibility is an ongoing process. We regularly review our website and update our practices to ensure we meet or exceed accessibility standards. Our team receives periodic training on accessibility best practices.

Enforcement Procedure

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you may file a complaint. Contact us at:

centralalbertaafterdarkads@gmail.com