Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

IronFinance is committed to ensuring our website is accessible to all Canadians, including people with disabilities. We strive to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA and comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) where applicable.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

• Semantic HTML: proper heading hierarchy, landmarks, and structured content
• Keyboard navigation: all interactive elements are accessible via keyboard
• Focus indicators: visible focus states on all interactive elements
• Form labels: all form fields have associated labels
• Colour contrast: text meets WCAG 2.1 AA contrast ratios
• Responsive design: content adapts to all screen sizes and zoom levels
• Alt text: images include descriptive alternative text
• Skip navigation: structured layout allows assistive technology to navigate efficiently
• No auto-play: no audio or video plays automatically
• Readable fonts: Inter typeface chosen for legibility at all sizes

Tools and Interactive Features

Our calculator, payment explorer, pre-qualification estimator, and other interactive tools are built with accessibility in mind:

• Form inputs use proper labels and error messages
• Modals trap focus and can be dismissed with the Escape key
• Results are announced to screen readers when calculations complete
• Sliders and controls are operable via keyboard

Standards We Follow

• WCAG 2.1 Level AA: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
• AODA: Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
• PIPEDA: privacy accessibility requirements under Canadian privacy law

Known Limitations

We are continuously working to improve accessibility. Some known areas where we are actively working on improvements:

• Some older guide articles may have images without detailed alt text
• Third-party embedded content may not fully meet WCAG standards
• PDF documents, if any, may not be fully screen reader compatible

Feedback

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us. We take all feedback seriously and will work to resolve issues promptly.