20+ employees
Getting ready for the December 31, 2026 accessibility compliance report.
AODA & WCAG accessibility
Find the accessibility barriers on your website. Fix the ones that matter first.
Hey, I'm Nicholas, an independent UX and accessibility consultant in Ottawa. I test your site the way people with disabilities use it, with a keyboard and a screen reader, and give you a clear, prioritized fix list.
- 16+ years in UX & service design
- PMP®
- Secret clearance
- Bilingual EN / FR
- Federal accessibility work
Fixed price
AODA/WCAG Accessibility Review
$795 CAD
One key user journey, tested by hand.
- Keyboard-only and screen-reader testing
- WCAG 2.0 AA (Ontario standard) and 2.1 AA
- Prioritized fix list in 5 business days
- Walkthrough call to go over results
Who it's for
A website everyone can use, and a clear view of where you stand
For Ontario businesses and non-profits that want a website everyone can use, and want to know where they stand.
50+ employees
Ontario's accessibility standards require your public website to meet WCAG 2.0 Level AA, with a few exceptions.
Smaller teams
Who want to serve every customer and get ahead of growth.
Sites not checked in a while
Professional services, clinics, trades, property managers, schools and non-profits.
What you get
Start free. Go deeper when you're ready.
Step 1
Free Accessibility Snapshot
$0
An automated scan checks one key page of your site, and you get a plain-language report of the top issues within 24 hours. Automated tools catch only part of WCAG, so it's a fast first look, not a full review.
- One page you choose (usually your home page or contact page)
- Top issues found, with why they matter
- No obligation and no sales pressure
Step 2
AODA/WCAG Accessibility Review
$795 CAD, fixed price
A focused, hands-on review of one key user journey, like "find a service and contact us" or "book an appointment."
- Manual testing with keyboard only
- Screen-reader testing
- Checks against WCAG 2.0 Level AA (the Ontario standard) and WCAG 2.1 AA
- A prioritized fix list: what to fix first, why, and how
- Delivered in 5 business days from kickoff
- A short walkthrough call to go over the results
Step 3
Accessibility fixes
Quoted per site
Want help fixing what the Review found? I'll quote the work based on your site, your platform and your fix list.
You can also hand the list to your own developer. It's written so they can act on it.
Ask for a quoteBigger project? Book a free discovery call
Planning a redesign, a bilingual site or a full digital service? Book a free 30-minute discovery call.
How it works
Four simple steps
Request your free Snapshot
Tell me your site and the page that matters most.
Get your report in 24 hours
An automated scan checks the page and emails you the top issues.
Book the Review
I test one key user journey with keyboard and screen reader and send a prioritized fix list in 5 business days.
Fix with confidence
Your team fixes it, or I quote the fixes for you.
Why work with Nicholas
Accessibility experience from real government and non-profit services
- 16+ years in UX and service design, from online application forms to government digital services.
- Federal accessibility experience. Applied WCAG 2.1 AA and AODA-aligned design on federal projects for ISED, PSPC (the Canada Gazette website) and the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada.
- WCAG gap work. Identified WCAG 2.1 AA gaps, including alt text and form accessibility, in a website assessment for the International Joint Commission.
- Real fixes, not just reports. Actioned SiteImprove accessibility findings on live government service pages.
- Accessible redesigns. Led UX for the renewal of St. John Ambulance's national and provincial websites, designed to WCAG 2.1 AA and AODA.
- PMP-certified. Clear scope, clear timelines, no surprises.
- Secret security clearance. Ready for projects that require cleared consultants.
- Bilingual, English and French. I can review both versions of your site.
- Independent and local. Based in Ottawa-Gatineau. You work with me directly.
At a glance
- Experience16+ years
- CertificationPMP®
- Security clearanceSecret
- LanguagesEnglish and French
- StandardsWCAG 2.0 / 2.1 AA, AODA
- Based inOttawa-Gatineau
Free download
AODA Website Accessibility Checklist
21 quick checks you can run on your own site in under an hour. No special tools needed.
- Images, headings, keyboard and forms
- Colour and contrast, video and PDFs
- French and language checks for bilingual sites
FAQ
Questions, answered
What's the difference between WCAG and the AODA?
WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) is the international technical standard for accessible websites. The AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) is the Ontario law. Its Integrated Accessibility Standards point to WCAG 2.0 Level AA for websites.
Does my organization need this?
It depends on your size and type. In Ontario, organizations with 50 or more employees, and public sector organizations, must make their public websites meet WCAG 2.0 Level AA, with a few exceptions such as live captions and pre-recorded audio description. Organizations with 20 or more employees must file an accessibility compliance report every three years, and the next one is due December 31, 2026. Smaller organizations still have accessibility duties, like providing information in accessible formats on request. Not sure where you fit? Start with the free Snapshot.
What do you test?
In the Review, I test one key user journey from start to finish. I use only a keyboard, then a screen reader. I check things like page structure, headings, link and button labels, image text, forms and error messages, focus order, colour contrast and zoom. I check against WCAG 2.0 Level AA and WCAG 2.1 AA.
What do I get at the end?
A written, prioritized fix list. Each issue includes where it is, who it affects, the WCAG criterion it relates to, and a recommended fix. You also get a short call to walk through it.
How long does it take?
The Review takes 5 business days from kickoff. The free Snapshot usually arrives within 24 hours.
Do you fix the issues too?
Yes, if you want. After the Review, I'll quote the fixes based on your site. Or give the list to your own developer or web agency.
Can you review my French site?
Yes. I work in English and French, and I can review both versions. Each language version counts as its own journey, so a second language is quoted separately.
Is this legal advice?
No. I'm a UX and accessibility consultant, not a lawyer. My Review tells you how your site performs against WCAG. For questions about your legal obligations, talk to a lawyer or contact Ontario's Accessibility Directorate.
Start with one page. It's free.
Get your free Accessibility Snapshot
Find out what's getting in your visitors' way. Tell me about your site and the page that matters most. You'll get an automated first look with the top accessibility issues, in plain language, within 24 hours. It's free, with no obligation.
Let's make your site work for everyone.
Ready for the full picture?
The AODA/WCAG Accessibility Review tests one key user journey and gives you a prioritized fix list in 5 business days.
Book the $795 Accessibility ReviewPrefer email? nick@leapux.com