Accessibility
Our accessibility commitment
South Shore Public Libraries is committed to providing accessible services and spaces for all members of our community. This website is designed and continuously audited to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
Every change to this site runs an automated axe-core audit before it ships. Lighthouse accessibility, performance, and SEO scores are reviewed by SSPL staff in the CMS dashboard. Our continuing commitments and goals are documented in the SSPL Accessibility Action Plan 2025 (PDF).
What we test
- Colour contrast at AA thresholds (4.5:1 body, 3:1 large)
- Keyboard navigation across every page
- Screen reader announcements for landmarks, headings, and form fields
- Skip-to-content link on every page
- Visible focus indicators
- Image alt text and form input labels
Branch accessibility
All SSPL branches are wheelchair-accessible. Accessible parking, automatic doors, accessible washrooms, and large-print and audiobook collections are available. Please reach out to your branch directly if you need a specific accommodation.
Need help?
If you encounter an accessibility barrier on this site or at any branch, email info@ssplibraries.ca with the page URL or branch and a brief description. We aim to respond within five business days.
Email the accessibility team