The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) is a law that establishes accessibility standards for organizations in Ontario. Its primary goal is to make Ontario more accessible and inclusive for people with disabilities by identifying, removing, and preventing barriers.

Currently, AODA regulations apply to five economic sectors, requiring them to ensure accessibility for people with disabilities. Additionally, principles are being developed for two other sectors: education and healthcare. Despite this progress, AODA aims for a fully accessible Ontario by 2025.

If all seven economic sectors adopt AODA principles, it is estimated that it would still take another four years for the entire province to be accessible. Therefore, the Third Review of the AODA recommends creating new standards to accelerate progress. For example, the review highlights the need for AODA standards related to government processes and decision-making, which would enable more citizens with disabilities to vote, run for office, and actively participate in political life.