Accessibility & Accommodations

Providing an Accessible Environment

Assiniboine College remains dedicated to providing an educational environment that is accessible, inclusive and equitable for all students, staff and the communities we serve. Prospective and current students should visit our Accessibility & Disability page to learn more about supports available at Assiniboine. Current and prospective staff or faculty should contact Human Resources to initiate an accommodation process in their position or to request accommodation during the recruitment process.

Accessibility at Assiniboine

At Assiniboine College we are committed to providing equal access and creating an inclusive environment for all members of our community. We strive to ensure that individuals with disabilities have full and equitable access to our information, resources, and physical spaces. We believe that accessibility is not just a legal requirement but also a fundamental aspect of fostering diversity and promoting the success of all our students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

At Assiniboine, we are committed to and responsible for:

• Identifying, preventing and removing barriers
• Assessing our Policies, Programs and Services
• Continuous improvement across the college

Learn more about our recent efforts in our Accessibility Plan update:

Accessibility Plan Update (PDF) Accessibility Plan (Issuu)

The Accessibility Standard for Information and Communication

The Manitoba government’s Accessibility Standard for Information and Communication is now law in Manitoba. Starting May 1, 2024, all educational institutions and libraries are required to provide information and communication that is accessible to all Manitobans.

Accessible formats include, but are not limited to, large print, recorded audio, electronic formats and braille. Communication supports include, but are not limited to, captioning, plain language, sign language and alternative and augmentative communication supports.