Accessibility

Introduction

At the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all members of our community. Accessibility is a key aspect of our commitment to diversity and inclusion. The Accessible British Columbia Act offers us the chance to assess and enhance accessibility across the entire university comprehensively. Collaboratively, we can move forward with a more inclusive and accessible campus for everyone.

Updates to this page will be made continuously with more information.  

Accessibility Feedback Form

We value your feedback. Share your thoughts and suggestions on how we can improve accessibility at UNBC. Your input helps us create a more inclusive campus. We want to know the specific barriers people face when they are trying to: 

  • Access a UNBC program, building, or information. 
  • Receive a service or support. 

What do we mean by barrier? 

Accessibility is a comprehensive concept used to gauge the degree to which a product, device, service, or environment is available for use by its intended audiences. As outlined on accessiblecampus.ca, there are five identified barriers to accessibility for individuals with disabilities. These barriers include attitudinal, organizational or systemic, architectural or physical, information or communications, and technological aspects. For detailed information on each barrier, you can explore accessiblecampus.ca.

Ways to provide feedback 

Make sure to include: 

  • What you were trying to access 
  • Where the barrier happened and what the barrier was 
  • Any recommendations you might have 
Online form 

Submit your feedback through our online form. 

You can attach files to help explain the barrier you faced in the form, like: 

  • A video 
  • A voice recording 
  • Photos 
Online Accessibility Feedback Form
Email 

Email your feedback to accessibility@unbc.ca.  

Phone 

Call 250-960-5711 to leave a detailed message.

In-Person

Coming soon!

Accessibility Plan

UNBC's Accessibility Plan is currently being reviewed by the President's Executive Council and Accessibility Committee. 

Accessibility Committee

The mandate of the Committee is to:   

  • assist the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) Executive in identifying barriers to individuals studying at, working for, or interacting with the university;   
  • advise the UNBC Executive on how to remove and prevent barriers to individuals studying at, working for, or interacting with the university;   
  • advise the UNBC Executive on the development and implementation of the UNBC Accessibility Plan in accordance with section 11 of the Accessible British Columbia Act;   
  • advise the UNBC Executive on the processes it establishes for receiving comments from the public in accordance with section 12 of the Accessible British Columbia Act;   
  • provide input to the UNBC Executive on accessibility priorities; and   
  • provide constructive feedback to the UNBC Executive on the impact and effectiveness of university accessibility initiatives.   

Accessibility Committee Terms of Reference

Contact

Connect with the Office of Equity Affairs for more information at accessibility@unbc.ca.