U of R Accessibility Plan
Building a Barrier-Free Campus
The University of Regina is committed to removing barriers and ensuring equitable access for all. Our Accessibility Plan outlines how we are creating inclusive learning, working, and living environments from physical spaces to digital platforms and campus culture. Together, we are building a community where everyone belongs.
Our Commitment
The University of Regina is committed to building a barrier-free campus for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. We aim to develop a campus that integrates universal design across learning, physical spaces, and communication, enabling everyone to participate fully, equitably, and with dignity. The University of Regina Accessibility Plan (2025–2028) is a living document that aligns with The Accessible Saskatchewan Act and the University’s strategic priorities to remove barriers and promote equity across all aspects of campus life. The University of Regina will monitor progress, update actions as needed, and remains committed to and accountable for addressing barriers to accessibility within the campus community.
U of R Accessibility Plan Strategic Objectives
Achievements to Date
The University of Regina has already undertaken numerous accessibility initiatives, including, but not limited to:
- Student Accessibility Services supports accommodations and advocacy.
- Campus for All - inclusive post-secondary program for adults with developmental disabilities.
- Accessible washrooms by building code, three fully accessible washrooms, classrooms, and building connections added.
- Expansion of automatic door installations and upgrades across key campus buildings.
- Improved connectivity of main campus buildings to support mobility during winter months.
- Partnerships with community organizations (e.g. The Big Sky Centre for Learning and Being Astonished Inc. and Creative Options) to enhance inclusive practices.
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Student Wellness Offices offer safe spaces to support diverse needs and transform campus culture.
- Inclusion of staff accommodations through Human Resources.
- Newly designed website incorporating accessibility features.
- The Brad Hornung Accommodations Test Centre is a state-of-the-art facility that provides a centralized, equitable environment for students requiring exam accommodations. It offers tailored supports such as readers, scribes, assistive technology, and adaptive tools. The Centre ensures that all students can demonstrate their knowledge under fair, equitable and inclusive conditions.
Accessibility Plan Engagement Process
What We Heard
Internal Resources
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Student Accessibility
Brad Hornung Accommodations Centre
External Resources
Supports individuals who are blind or partially sighted through community programs, accessible technology, advocacy, and navigation supports.
Provides communication supports, community outreach, American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation, and accessibility advocacy for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals.
A Regina-based organization that supports people experiencing disability through person-centered community inclusion, mentorship, and support networks.
Website: Creative Options Regina
Delivers rehabilitation, employment, adaptive equipment, and community inclusion support services for individuals with disabilities across Saskatchewan.
Website: SaskAbilities
Student-led community inclusion, belonging, leadership development, and social connection.
Website: Astonished!
Advocates for the rights and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities and their families, providing navigation, support, and self-advocacy tools.
Website: Inclusion Saskatchewan
The province’s commitment to advancing accessibility in public spaces, services, organizations, and policy.
Website: Government of Saskatchewan - Accessible Saskatchewan Framework
Legislation that requires federal organizations to identify, remove, and prevent accessibility barriers in policies, programs, services, and built environments.
Website: Accessible Canada Act
Financial benefit designed to reduce poverty and support improved quality of life for persons with disabilities in Canada.
Website: Canada Disability Benefit
Central hub of federal accessibility standards, guidelines, training, workplace accommodation tools, and legal frameworks.
Website: Government of Canada - Accessibility Resource Centre
Provides accessibility assessment tools and rating standards for buildings, environments, and campus accessibility improvements.
Website: Rick Hansen Foundation
Event & Communications Accessibility
- Choose accessible venues (entrances, elevators, accessible washrooms).
- Provide multiple registration options (online, phone).
- Ask registrants if they need accommodations (captions, ASL, seating).
- Share agenda and materials in advance (accessible PDFs/HTML).
- Use plain language and large, high-contrast text.
- Add alt text to all images and graphics.
- Provide captioned promo videos and descriptive links.
- Include accessibility icons only with supporting text.
- Live captions or ASL interpretation when requested/appropriate.
- Microphones for speakers; repeat audience questions.
- Reserved seating with sightlines and proximity to exits.
- Provide quiet space/rest area when possible.
- Offer slides/handouts in accessible PDF/HTML.
- Avoid image-only PDFs; use real text, headings, and lists.
- Ensure color is not the only way information is conveyed.
- Use platforms with robust accessibility (keyboard nav, screen reader support).
- Enable live captions and provide transcripts post-event.
- Share dial-in alternatives and tech support info.
- Resource Tool is available on the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion page on UR Source.
Feedback
We value ongoing feedback regarding the University of Regina’s Accessibility Plan.
Please use the following online feedback form to leave your comments and suggestions to help address barriers and inform further development of the Accessibility Plan moving forward.
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