E3 Works is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive, and barrier-free environment for clients, employees, applicants, contractors, and members of the public. We are committed to meeting the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation (IASR).
Scope
This policy applies to all employees, applicants, clients, visitors, vendors, and other individuals who interact with E3 Works, including through our website, communications, and services.
Statement of Commitment
E3 Works strives to identify, remove, and prevent barriers to accessibility and to provide services in a manner that respects the dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity of persons with disabilities.Employment Accessibility
• Provide accommodations throughout recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and employment processes upon request.
• Notify applicants and employees that accommodations are available for persons with disabilities.
• Work with employees requiring accommodation to develop individualized accommodation plans where appropriate.
• Provide accessible workplace information and communication supports where required.
• Consider accessibility needs during performance management, career development, and workplace transitions.
• Maintain return-to-work processes for employees requiring disability-related accommodation.
Customer Service Accessibility
• Provide accessible customer service in a respectful and timely manner.
• Permit the use of assistive devices, support persons, and service animals where permitted by law.
• Communicate with individuals in ways that consider their accessibility needs.
• Provide accessible formats and communication supports upon request and in a timely manner.
Website & Digital Accessibility
E3 Works is committed to maintaining an accessible website and digital experience in accordance with AODA requirements and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standards.
• Maintain public-facing web content that aligns with WCAG 2.0 Level AA standards where applicable.
• Use accessible formatting, headings, labels, and navigation structures.
• Provide alternative text for meaningful images and graphics.
• Support keyboard navigation and readable colour contrast.
• Review website accessibility periodically and address identified issues where feasible.
• Provide accessible versions of documents or alternate formats upon request.
Training
E3 Works provides accessibility and human rights training to employees and other applicable individuals as required under the AODA. Training includes information regarding accessible customer service, Ontario Human Rights Code obligations, and accessibility standards relevant to the individual’s role.
Emergency Information
Where required, E3 Works will provide individualized workplace emergency response information to employees with disabilities and will provide emergency information in accessible formats upon request.
Feedback Process
E3 Works welcomes feedback regarding accessibility and the accessibility of our services, website, and workplace practices. Feedback may be provided through accessible communication methods and will be reviewed in a timely manner.
Requests for accessible formats, communication supports, or accommodation may be submitted through the contact information provided on the E3 Works website.
Availability of Accessible Formats
This accessibility policy and related documents are available in accessible formats upon request. E3 Works will work with the requesting individual to determine a suitable accessible format or communication support.
Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
E3 Works will continue to review and improve accessibility initiatives on an ongoing basis. The following objectives form part of the company’s multi-year accessibility plan:
Contact Information
E3 Works
4515 Rhodes Dr, Unit 200
Windsor, ON Canada
Phone: 226-674-3288
Email: admin@e3works.ca
Website: e3works.ca
This policy and accessibility plan will be reviewed periodically and updated as required to ensure ongoing compliance with applicable accessibility legislation.
