Accessibility Statement

Christian Fellowship Calgary is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone, and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

Our Commitment

We strive to ensure that our website complies with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.

The guidelines have three levels of accessibility (A, AA and AAA). We've chosen Level AA as our target.

Measures We're Taking

We're actively working to increase the accessibility and usability of our website and in doing so, we adhere to many of the available standards and guidelines including:

  • Providing text alternatives for non-text content
  • Providing captions and alternatives for multimedia
  • Creating content that can be presented in different ways
  • Making it easier for users to see and hear content
  • Making all functionality available from a keyboard
  • Giving users enough time to read and use content
  • Not using content that causes seizures or physical reactions
  • Helping users navigate and find content
  • Making text readable and understandable
  • Making content appear and operate in predictable ways
  • Helping users avoid and correct mistakes
  • Maximizing compatibility with current and future user tools

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

  • Color Contrast: Text and background color combinations meet or exceed WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
  • Text Resizing: Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of content or functionality.
  • Keyboard Navigation: All page functions are available using a keyboard.
  • Screen Readers: Content is structured to work with screen readers.
  • Alternative Text: Images include appropriate alternative text.
  • Forms: All form fields are properly labeled.
  • Focus Indicators: Visual indicators show the current keyboard focus location.
  • Dark Mode: A dark mode option is available for users who are sensitive to bright light or who prefer darker displays.

Customizing Your Experience

Many users can customize their experience using their browser and operating system settings. Here are some ways to enhance your browsing experience:

Zoom Controls

To increase text size in most browsers:

  • Press Ctrl and + (Windows, Linux) or Command and + (Mac)
  • To decrease text size, press Ctrl and - (Windows, Linux) or Command and - (Mac)
  • To return to default size, press Ctrl and 0 (Windows, Linux) or Command and 0 (Mac)

Dark Mode

Our website supports dark mode. Look for the sun/moon toggle in the navigation bar to switch between light and dark modes.

Screen Readers

Popular screen readers include:

  • NVDA (Windows, free)
  • JAWS (Windows, paid with free trial)
  • VoiceOver (Mac and iOS, built-in)
  • TalkBack (Android, built-in)

Compatibility with Browsers and Assistive Technology

We aim to support the following browsers and assistive technologies:

  • Latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
  • Screen readers including NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, and TalkBack
  • Speech recognition software such as Dragon NaturallySpeaking
  • Keyboard-only navigation

Known Limitations

Despite our efforts to ensure accessibility of the website, there may be some limitations. Below is a description of known limitations:

  • Legacy PDFs may not be fully accessible.
  • Some older video content may lack closed captions or transcripts.
  • Third-party embedded content may not fully comply with accessibility standards.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the Christian Fellowship Calgary website. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

  • Email: info@cfcalgary.com
  • Phone: (780) 502-4567
  • Postal Address: 3916 56 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2C 2B5

We try to respond to feedback within 2 business days.

Need Assistance?

If you need assistance or have questions about accessibility on our website or at our physical location, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Formal Approval and Compliance Status

This accessibility statement was created on March 11, 2025. The accessibility status of the Christian Fellowship Calgary website is continually monitored and updated as we make improvements.

Last Updated: March 11, 2025