16/06/2026
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Building Canada strong means building barrier-free
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Christopher T. Sutton, Accessibility Commissioner of Canada released his 2025–2026 Annual Report, “Promoting a Barrier-Free Canada”, following its tabling in Parliament.
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Building a strong and accessible Canada by design
Statements
To mark the launch of National AccessAbility Week, Christopher T. Sutton, Accessibility Commissioner, Charlotte-Anne Malischewski, Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission, and Marie-Josée Houle, Federal Housing Advocate, issue the following statement.
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An even better idea than DEI
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Why accessibility is the missing link in equity, inclusion, and communication access
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The Accessibility Commissioner of Canada's 2024-2025 Annual Report
About the publication
This year marked a significant milestone on our journey to building a barrier-free Canada. For the first time, all federally regulated and government organizations were required to publish either an accessibility plan or a progress report.
18/09/2025
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An accessible Canada is a stronger Canada
Statements
To mark the launch of National AccessAbility Week, Christopher T. Sutton, Accessibility Commissioner, and Charlotte-Anne Malischewski, Interim Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission, issue the following statement:
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Welcoming Christopher T. Sutton as Accessibility Commissioner
News Releases
The Canadian Human Rights Commission is pleased to welcome Christopher T. Sutton as the new Accessibility Commissioner. Mr. Sutton was appointed to the role by Order in Council for a term of 7 years, starting on May 5, 2025. The Accessibility Commissioner is a full-time member of the Canadian Human Rights Commission and is responsible for leading the administration and enforcement of the Accessible Canada Act and its regulations.
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Chief Commissioner of CHRC appoints interim Accessibility Commissioner
News Releases
The Canadian Human Rights Commission is pleased to announce Dianna Scarth will serve as Interim Accessibility Commissioner for 90 days, effective February 24, 2025.
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An Accessible Canada in the Making
About the publication
The Federal Accessibility Commissioner’s 2023 Report to the Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with disabilities
20/06/2024
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