Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee (JAAC) award program for the Niagara Region
The “Accessibility Matters Here” Award is designed to recognize the efforts of organizations within the JAAC municipalities who promote accessibility and demonstrate implementation of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA) standards. The JAAC supports seven communities in Niagara, including Lincoln, West Lincoln, Thorold, Pelham, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Grimsby and Port Colborne. Both businesses and community organizations are eligible for nomination.
The award highlights businesses that:- Remove barriers
- Accessible communication
- Equitable employment
- Provide accessible customer service
- Create safe and navigable spaces
Recipients will receive a certificate and a door decal identifying their business as accessible and inclusive, offering a visible and trusted signal to customers that accessibility is not only considered, but actively prioritized in their experience.
This is an initiative of the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee and the St. Catharines Accessibility Advisory Committee, the award celebrates efforts across Niagara, including Lincoln, West Lincoln, Pelham, Thorold, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Grimsby, Port Colborne, and St. Catharines.
