Category: Accessibility Act

The European Accessibility Act and Its Impact on Audio Descriptions

The European Accessibility Act (EAA) is set to reshape the accessibility landscape across the European Union—and audio descriptions are playing a key role in this transformation. Taking full effect in June 2025, the EAA requires that a wide range of products and services—including digital media, streaming platforms, e-books, and e-commerce

Navigating the Compliance Landscape of Described Video in Canada

hayesweb2025-02-22T15:05:57-05:00Categories: Accessibility Act, Accessibility Legislations, Audio Description, Compliance, CRTC, Described Video, Legal, Regulations|Tags: accessibility legislations, accessibility technology, AODA, audio description, compliance, crtc broadcaster requirements, described video, wcag compliance|

In today's media landscape, accessibility is not just a courtesy; it's a legal requirement. For media producers and broadcasters in Canada, understanding and adhering to these regulations, especially from the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC), and standards from the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), is crucial. This