Accessibility Institute
The Accessibility Institute continues Carleton University’s commitment to advancing accessibility across disciplines and sectors toward a world that is fully inclusive and accessible for all, starting with people with disabilities.
We bring together expertise, resources, and leadership into collaborations with individuals and organizations on initiatives that span across key areas of societal impact, in education, research, employment, policy, technology, services, and community engagement.
Join us in our efforts to envision and innovate a more accessible world by emailing the Institute and follow the Institute on X (Twitter) and LinkedIn.
Quick Links
Professional Education for Accessibility Competence (PEAC)
Upskill your accessibility knowledge and confidence. Register today!
Join the Canadian Accessibility Network (CAN)
Fill out the Expression of Interest Form on the CAN website to get involved!
Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification™
Teaches how to use RHFAC methodology to rate buildings’ accessibility level.
Employment Opportunities
We’re regularly hiring staff for research projects. View current positions!
Events
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Multi Day
PEAC 400: Embedding Accessibility into Strategic Planning
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September 22 to 24
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Virtual Event
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Multi Day
PEAC 600: Creating Accessible Learning Environments
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October 6 to 8
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Virtual Event
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Accessibility Institute News
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Coordinated Accessibility Strategy Annual Report 2026
Discover how Carleton is advancing accessibility. The Coordinated Accessibility Strategy (CAS) Annual Report is now available, highlighting progress, partnerships, and priorities across campus. Help shape…
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Announcing Carleton’s Renewed Coordinated Accessibility Strategy
Dear Members of the Carleton Community, National AccessAbility Week is celebrated the last week of May every year. It is an opportunity to celebrate the…
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Accessibility Institute steadfastly focused on a barrier-free future
Interdisciplinary accessibility research impacts broader inclusivity When it comes to accessibility, research is essential to help identify barriers that prevent people with disabilities from fully…
