Making Space at the Table Key to an Accessible Ontario
Accessibility is a part of a larger commitment to diversity -- one that, as a society, can allow us to grow, adapt, and thrive based upon a foundation…
Connecting the Dots: Braille in the Digital Age
Remember when the idea of a paperless office was a thing? No one would need hard copies of anything: computers and digital technology would supplant…
Interpreting Your Accessibility Scan
We all want validation. Whether it’s a numeric grade, a hearty thumbs-up, or a big green checkmark. This is especially important when you’ve got a…
Putting Accessible Images in Focus
It’s tempting. I get it. Posting a photo to your social media, it would just be so easy to upload and click -- with the obligatory sarcastic comment…
Digital Echidna takes home award in the 2018 WebAwards competition
Digital Echidna has received the 2018 WebAward Standard of Excellence award for its work on its client, Amico Corporation, website. The recognition…
Removing Accessibility Barriers to Promote Independence and Inclusion
"The barriers I face as a blind person can be eliminated by changes to the environment." Those were the words of Jim Sanders, former CNIB president…
Accessibility Matters -- Is Our Aim True?
Designing and developing digital products for everyone should obviously include persons with disabilities, but this is made challenging if the…
Accessibility and the User Experience - Two Sides of the Same Coin
Where does user experience ends and accessibility begin? Aren't they two sides of the same coin? And, if so, how and when should both be incorporated…
Accessible Engagement Tools to Create Equitable Opportunities
The best way to learn about your customers, their needs, the challenges they face, and the problems you can solve is by asking them directly. However…
Accessible UX Research Means All Voices, Ideas, and Needs, Can Be Heard
The point of user research is to ensure that you hear the voices of your users and use that information to inform your solutions. Seems pretty simple…