Company Name: Toronto Montessori School (TMS) Policy Title: Accessibility – Integrated Accessibility Standards Policy Owner: Vince Haines, CAO
Approver: Andrew Cross, Head of School Version: 1 Last Review: September 30th 2021
Accessibility - Integrated Accessibility Standards Policy Policy Statement TMS is committed to treating people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner, and will do so by meeting accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Purpose This 2014-21 accessibility plan outlines the policies and actions that TMS will put in place to improve opportunities for people with disabilities in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act, 2005. These standards are developed to break down barriers and increase accessibility for people with disabilities in the areas of information and communication and employment.
Application This Policy applies to all employees, volunteers and agents of the School who interact with our school community, including current and prospective students, employees, volunteers, families, alumni, donors, and any other users of TMS’ goods and services.
Accessibility Plan TMS will develop, maintain and document an Accessibility Plan that will be reviewed and updated at least once every five years and will be posted on the school’s website. Upon request TMS will provide a copy of the Accessibility plan in an accessible format.
Training TMS will provide training to employees, volunteers, persons who participate in the development of TMS policies and all other persons who provide goods, services or facilities on behalf of the School on Ontario’s Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulations and on the Human Rights Code as it relates to people with disabilities. Training will be provided in a way that best suits the duties of employees, volunteers and other persons. TMS will ensure all employees are provided with the training needed to meet Ontario’s accessible laws now and and as changes are made to accessibility policies. New employees will be trained upon hire and training records will be kept for all training.
Information and Communications Standard TMS is committed to meeting the communication needs of people with disabilities. We will consult with people with disabilities to determine their information and communication needs.
Accessible Emergency Information TMS is committed to providing customers and clients with publicly available emergency information in an accessible way upon request as soon as practicable after the School becomes of aware of the request. We will also provide employees with disabilities with individualized emergency response information when necessary (see Employment Section below). 42
