National AccessAbility Week takes place every year, starting on the last Sunday in May.

For 2026, join us from May 31 to June 6 to celebrate and promote:

  • the valuable contributions and leadership of persons with disabilities in Canada
  • the work of allies, organizations and communities that are removing barriers
  • ongoing efforts to become a more accessible and disability-inclusive Canada

National AccessAbility Week 2026 theme

This year’s National AccessAbility Week theme is “Building a Strong, Accessible Canada.”

It invites all of us, including governments, businesses, organizations, and individuals, to take action to advance a barrier-free country. Significant progress has been made to eliminate and prevent barriers, and by continuing to work together, we can build a truly accessible, inclusive and equitable Canada.

Our country is stronger when persons with disabilities can participate fully in all aspects of society.

Together, we can empower each other and make a meaningful impact.

Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion

Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion

The fourth Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion will take place on May 28, 2026, to kickstart National AccessAbility Week. This virtual event is free and open to everyone, and will feature a panel discussion and a new speaker series to discuss practical ways to make our communities and workplaces more accessible and inclusive. For more information and to register, visit the Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion webpage.

For more information and to register, visit the Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion webpage.

Suggested hashtags

  • #NAAW2026
  • #AccessibleCanada

The Article originally appeared at : https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/campaigns/national-accessability-week.html

Resources: 

National AccessAbility Week digital toolkit