At RCOA, our commitment to providing a nurturing and inclusive learning and working environment is rooted in our Christian values. We believe every person is uniquely created and deserving of respect, love, and equal opportunities to grow and thrive.
Accessible B.C. Act
The Accessible British Columbia Regulation, under the Accessible British Columbia Act, came into effect on September 1, 2022. The goal of the act is to improve opportunities for people with disabilities and involve them in identifying, removing, and preventing barriers to their full participation in the life of the province.
Legislation – Accessible BC Act
Regulation – Accessible BC Act
Accessibility Legislation Plain Language Summary
Important Definitions from the Accessible B.C. Act
- Disability: An inability to participate fully and equally in society as a result of the interaction of an impairment and a barrier.
- Barrier: Anything that hinders the full and equal participation in society of a person with an impairment.
- Impairment: A physical, sensory, mental, intellectual, or cognitive impairment, which is permanent, temporary, or episodic.
Implementation of the Accessible BC Regulation
Accessibility Committee: The Society of Christian Schools in BC (SCSBC) established an accessibility committee in May 2023. The RCOA committee, with supportive tools, direction and information from SCSBC, developed an Accessibility Plan.
Our Three-Year Accessibility Plan for 2023-26 details our commitment to foster accessibility, equity, and unity within our community. Feedback about the Accessibility Plan may be made by contacting our Accessibility Team at accessforall@rcoa.ca.