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Website Accessibility

Our Commitment to Accessibility

The County of Essex wants our buildings, services and programs accessible to all residents, including those with disabilities. We are consistently identifying and removing barriers.

We Want Your Feedback

  • Contact us to let us know how and where we can improve access.
  • Phone: 519-776-6441, ext. 1330
  • TTY: 1-877-624-4832
  • Mail: 360 Fairview Ave. W., Essex, Ontario, N8M 1Y6

Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee

This committee is very active and works year-round to promote inclusiveness and awareness and to share information about accessibility issues.

The committee:

  • Reviews policies and procedures for accessibility
  • Reviews blueprints and designs
  • Tours existing facilities and suggests improvements
  • Organizes and promotes accessibility awareness events
  • Initiates discussions on social media and elsewhere and attends public events

The committee includes:

  • One member of County Council
  • Two stakeholders
  • Four people with disabilities

Committee Meetings

The committee meets at the Essex County Civic Centre on the second Thursday of every month at 3 p.m.

View the Meeting Calendar for minutes, agendas, and reports.

For minutes and agendas prior to January 1, 2014, see Document Archives.

Accessibility Laws and Policies

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA)

Accommodation Policy

Accessible Customer Service Policy

Integrated Accessibility Policy

Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2023-2027