Accessibility

The CTLT offers workshops and drop-in sessions for anyone who is interested in creating accessible materials.

Increasing Accessibility for Video

Session Format:
In-person

Explore strategies and solutions, including a variety of tools and supports, from free and do-it-yourself options to professional services. You’ll find practical tips, guidance and best practices for reaching students that experience barriers with video. Join us as we examine both the challenges and opportunities of applying universal design principles in video production.


Upcoming Dates - "Increasing Accessibility for Video"

  • In-person
    Date
    August 20, 2026
    Time
    1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Facilitators

Accessibility Drop-Ins

Session Format:
Online

Are you interested in making your course materials more accessible and barrier free for all learners? Join us for an informal drop-in where you can chat with accessibility consultants, educational designers, and colleagues about accessibility. The accessibility drop-ins are for anyone who is developing course content or open educational resources (OER) and who is curious (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Accessibility Drop-Ins"

  • Online
    Date
    August 25, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Facilitators

Transforming Materials into Accessible Formats with the SensusAccess Pilot

Session Format:
Online

Discover how SensusAccess can simplify the process of converting documents into accessible formats, helping to remove barriers and improve access to information for all learners. In this 30-minute show-and-tell session, we’ll explore key features, share practical tips for creating more accessible content, and demonstrate how SensusAccess can help save time while supporting inclusive teaching and learning.


Upcoming Dates - "Transforming Materials into Accessible Formats with the SensusAccess Pilot"

  • Online
    Date
    September 23, 2026
    Time
    10:00 am - 11:00 am

Facilitators

Grading Smarter, Not Harder: Efficient Grading and Feedback in Canvas

Session Format:
Online

Discover how Canvas SpeedGrader can streamline grading and feedback workflows while supporting a more accessible and efficient evaluation process. In this 30-minute show-and-tell session, we’ll explore key features, share practical tips for providing meaningful feedback, and demonstrate how SpeedGrader can help save time while enhancing the student experience.


Upcoming Dates - "Grading Smarter, Not Harder: Efficient Grading and Feedback in Canvas"

  • Online
    Date
    October 28, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Facilitators

  • Bosung Kim
    Learning Design Consultant, CTLT
  • Leah Watson
    Workplace Accessibility Specialist, Centre for Workplace Accessibility

Understanding Built-In Accessibility Features of Windows and iOS Environments

Session Format:
Online

Discover how built-in accessibility features in Windows and iOS can support more flexible, sustainable, and efficient ways of working, teaching, learning, and communicating. In this 30-minute show-and-tell session, we’ll explore a range of built-in tools that can help users access information in ways that align with their preferences, strengths, and changing needs. Through live demonstrations, participants will learn how features such as text-to-speech, Read Aloud, Immersive Reader, and browser-based reading tools can support focus, comprehension, productivity, and accessibility for everyone.


Upcoming Dates - "Understanding Built-In Accessibility Features of Windows and iOS Environments"

  • Online
    Date
    November 23, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Facilitators