Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Woodvale Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses Edmonton Alberta 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.

Conformance Status

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.

Our website has been designed with accessibility in mind, incorporating features that make it easier for all visitors to access our content.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Navigation and Structure

• Clear and consistent navigation throughout the site
• Logical heading structure (H1, H2, H3, etc.)
• Descriptive page titles
• Skip navigation links for keyboard users
• Breadcrumb navigation where appropriate

Visual Design

• Sufficient color contrast ratios between text and background
• Text that can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
• Readable fonts and appropriate font sizes
• Visual focus indicators for keyboard navigation
• Information not conveyed by color alone

Content

• Alternative text for images
• Descriptive link text
• Clear and simple language
• Properly labeled form fields
• Error messages that are clear and helpful

Technical

• Semantic HTML markup
• ARIA landmarks and labels where appropriate
• Keyboard accessibility for all interactive elements
• Responsive design that works on various devices and screen sizes
• Compatible with assistive technologies

Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

• Screen readers (such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver)
• Screen magnification software
• Speech recognition software
• Keyboard-only navigation
• Alternative input devices

Browser and Device Support

Our website is designed to work with:

• Modern web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
• Desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones
• Various operating systems (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android)

For the best experience, we recommend using the latest version of your preferred web browser.

Physical Accessibility

In addition to our website accessibility, our Kingdom Hall is also designed to be physically accessible:

• Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities
• Accessible parking spaces
• Accessible restrooms
• Assistive listening devices available upon request
• Large print materials available

Limitations and Alternatives

Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility of our website, there may be some limitations. We are committed to addressing these issues and providing alternative means of access where possible.

If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website, please let us know so we can work to resolve the issue.

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We are committed to:

• Regularly reviewing and testing our website for accessibility
• Providing training to our team on accessibility best practices
• Incorporating accessibility into our website development process
• Seeking feedback from users with disabilities
• Updating our website to address accessibility issues as they are identified

Third-Party Content

Some content on our website may be provided by third parties. While we strive to ensure all content is accessible, we may not have full control over third-party content. We encourage third-party content providers to make their content accessible.

Feedback and Contact Information

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

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days. If you need immediate assistance, please call us directly.

Alternative Formats

If you require information from our website in an alternative format, such as:

• Large print
• Audio format
• Braille
• Other accessible formats

Please contact us and we will work with you to provide the information in a format that meets your needs.

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concerns, you may file a formal complaint. Please contact us using the information above, and we will work with you to address your concerns.