We want to hear from you!
During this first phase, people with disabilities, community organizations, the private sector and the general public will have a variety of opportunities to have their voices heard and help shape the development of the act. We have created a website that houses more information and various opportunities to be involved:
Saskatchewan Accessibility Legislation Engagement Platform
Accessibility Legislation for Saskatchewan
In the 2019 Speech from the Throne, government announced that new legislation will be introduced aimed at removing and preventing accessibility barriers for people with disabilities. The new legislation will look at the design of public spaces, information and communications (which includes customer service standards), service animal certification, public sector procurement, public sector employment and public transportation.
During the development of this legislation, we will be seeking feedback from people across Saskatchewan, including the disability community, stakeholders, the private sector and the general public.
Current status: Phase one of public engagement. Gathering feedback and suggestions on the act.
The first step in creating legislation is developing an act, which is the foundation of the legislation that sets out key definitions, areas under which regulations can be developed, authority for creating accessibility regulations and standards, enforcement measures, review processes and time frames for implementation.
The second phase of public engagement will focus on accessibility regulations and standards. During this phase, we will be asking for detailed feedback on specific rules and standards to improve accessibility under each of the key areas identified in the act.
How you can be involved
Fill in the Discussion Guide
We have developed a Discussion Guide to help steer you through the first phase of engagement. Multiple formats are available. This guide will be used during the online discussion forums, but you are also welcome to fill it out on your own and send it to us.
Alternate formats of the Discussion Guide can be requested by e-mailing accessiblesk@gov.sk.ca or calling 1‑877‑915‑7468.
Discussion Guide
Take the survey
Take our online survey, which takes about 20-30 minutes to complete. The survey is open until March 31, 2021.
Launch Survey
Register for an online discussion forum
Register online to take part in an online discussion. Once registered, you will receive a link for the forum on your specified date and time.
Register for an online discussion forum
Additional Resources
What already exists
- Accessible Canada Act
- The Uniform Building and Accessibility Standards Act (UBAS)
- Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission Code and Regulations
- Saskatchewan Disability Strategy
Who to Contact
If you want to provide feedback in alternate formats, ask questions or be notified of future engagement opportunities, e-mail accessiblesk@gov.sk.ca, call 1-877-915-7468 or send mail to Office of Disability Issues, 12th Floor, 1920 Broad Street, Regina, SK, S4P 3V6.