Auberge de la Rivière

Accessibility Statement for Auberge de la Rivière

At Auberge de la Rivière, we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We strive to provide a website that is designed, developed, and maintained in accordance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and services online. To fulfill this commitment, we are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website. Our efforts include:

• Following WCAG Guidelines: We adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, which provides a comprehensive framework for making web content more accessible to a wider range of people with disabilities.
• Regular Audits: We conduct regular accessibility audits of our website to identify and address any accessibility issues.
• User Feedback: We value feedback from our users and use it to inform our accessibility efforts.
• Training: Our staff is trained on accessibility best practices to ensure that new content and features are accessible.

Accessibility Features Implemented

We have implemented several features to improve the accessibility of our website, including:

• Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated using a keyboard alone, without the need for a mouse. This is crucial for users with motor impairments.
• Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website have descriptive alternative text (alt text) to provide context for users who are unable to see the images. For example, the image of our Coq au Vin has the alt text "Coq au Vin: Chicken braised in red wine with mushrooms and lardons."
• Sufficient Color Contrast: We have ensured that there is sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to make the content easier to read for users with low vision or color blindness.
• Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website has a clear and consistent navigation structure to help users easily find the information they need.
• Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website without losing content or functionality.
• Forms with Labels: All form fields are clearly labeled to help users understand what information is required.
• Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content in a meaningful way, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and interpret.
• ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies about the role, state, and properties of interactive elements. For example, the navigation menu has the aria-label "Main Navigation".
• Descriptive Link Text: Links are written to clearly describe their destination, enabling users to better understand where the link will take them.

Supported Assistive Technologies

Our website is designed to be compatible with a variety of assistive technologies, including:

• Screen Readers: We have tested our website with popular screen readers such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver.
• Screen Magnifiers: Our website is designed to work with screen magnifiers to allow users to zoom in on content without losing functionality.
• Voice Recognition Software: Our website can be navigated using voice recognition software such as Dragon NaturallySpeaking.

Accessibility Testing

We conduct regular accessibility testing using both automated tools and manual review. Our testing process includes:

• Automated Testing: We use automated accessibility testing tools to identify common accessibility issues.
• Manual Review: Our team of accessibility experts conducts manual reviews of our website to ensure that it meets WCAG 2.1 Level AA requirements.
• User Testing: We plan to conduct user testing with individuals with disabilities to gather feedback on the accessibility of our website.

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, there may be some limitations to the accessibility of our website. We are aware of the following potential issues:

• Third-Party Content: Some third-party content, such as embedded videos or social media feeds, may not be fully accessible. We are working with our third-party providers to address these issues.
• Older Documents: Some older documents on our website may not be fully accessible. We are in the process of updating these documents to meet accessibility standards.

Accessibility Conformance Report

This website conforms to WCAG 2.1 Level AA, except for the following:

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have any suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

We will do our best to respond to your inquiries within 5 business days.

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concerns, you may file a formal complaint with the following organization:

Office des personnes handicapées du Québec (OPHQ)
400, boulevard Jean-Lesage, bureau 120
Québec (Québec) G1K 8W1
Phone: 1-800-567-1465
Website: www.ophq.gouv.qc.ca

Ongoing Efforts

We are committed to making ongoing efforts to improve the accessibility of our website. We will continue to monitor and test our website regularly, and we will incorporate accessibility best practices into our development processes.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to make our website accessible to everyone.