Accessibility Statement

Accessibility Statement for Give.epl.ca

Edmonton Public Library (EPL) is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all visitors, including people with disabilities. We believe everyone should be able to access information about supporting the library and make donations independently, confidently, and with dignity. We are continually working to improve the accessibility and usability of give.epl.ca by applying recognized accessibility best practices and standards, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). Accessibility statements typically outline an organization's commitment, standards, ongoing improvements, and methods for reporting barriers.

Scope of This Statement

This statement applies to all digital content, services, and files served under the domain:

This includes all webpages, subpages, web applications, downloadable documents, and other content hosted at or under this domain.

Our Commitment

We strive to:

  • provide content that is accessible and easy to understand.

  • Support keyboard navigation and screen reader technologies.

  • Provide meaningful headings, labels, and alternative text where appropriate.

  • Maintain sufficient colour contrast and readable typography.

  • Ensure forms and donation experiences are as accessible as possible across devices and browsers.

  • Review new content and features with accessibility in mind.

Accessibility Standards

Give to EPL aims to conform to the principles and success criteria of WCAG 2.2 Level AA, the internationally recognized standard for web accessibility. WCAG provides guidance for creating content that is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for all users.

Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing process. We regularly review our website and digital content to identify and address barriers, improve user experience, and support evolving accessibility standards. Accessibility improvements are incorporated into our content development, design, and maintenance processes.

Third-Party Content

Some third-party tools, embedded services, or external websites linked from give.epl.ca may not be fully accessible or may not be under EPL's direct control. We encourage those providers to support accessibility standards and will work to provide alternatives where feasible.

Feedback and Assistance

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of this website. If you encounter an accessibility barrier, experience difficulty accessing content, or require information in an alternate format, please contact us.

Contact: Tobi Ikuepamitan, Digital Communications Manager

Email: Tobi.ikuepamitan@epl.ca

When contacting us, please include:

  • The page or feature you were trying to access.

  • A description of the issue encountered.

  • Any assistive technology you were using (if applicable).

We will make reasonable efforts to respond and provide assistance in a timely manner.

Technical Compatibility

Our website undergoes comprehensive accessibility evaluations to ensure compatibility across various devices and assistive technologies:

  • Automated Testing:
    Conducted monthly, covering both mobile and desktop interfaces to identify machine-detectable issues.

  • Manual Testing:
    A set of 17 essential manual tests is performed to assess aspects that require human judgment, using popular browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari) on both desktop and mobile devices.

  • Interactive Element Testing (User-Performed):
    Interactive components (such as forms, menus, dialogs, and dynamic content) are evaluated through user testing.

  • Assistive Technology Compatibility:
    Tested with major screen readers across popular browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari) on both desktop and mobile devices.

Statement Review

This accessibility statement is reviewed periodically and updated as accessibility practices and website functionality evolve.

Last updated: June 2026