TTY Communication Systems

Sign languages used by Deaf individuals are ASL (American Sign Language) and LSQ (Langue des Signes Québécoise). Deaf Interpreters (DI) are skilled at communicating information to Deaf individuals who do not speak ASL or LSQ by using gestures and other communication strategies, and often work with hearing interpreters.

Services to help your organization improve communication access for people with disabilities.

Resources to help your organization meet the training requirements under Section 7 of the Integrated Accessible Standard Regulations (IASR).

Printed or electronic documents are presented in different formats in order to ensure everyone has equal access to the information which is required under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

The technologies listed below are some of the most popular technologies used by people with sensory impairments or who are facing other communication challenges. Some individuals may be eligible for subsidies for communication devices, hearing devices and visual aids through the Assistive Devices Program (ADP). A-Tech Microsystems is the only authorized vendor for the ADP in Ottawa.

The technologies listed below are some of the most popular technologies used by people with sensory impairments or who are facing other communication challenges. Some individuals may be eligible for subsidies for communication devices, hearing devices and visual aids through the Assistive Devices Program (ADP). A-Tech Microsystems is the only authorized vendor for the ADP in Ottawa.

Individuals who are facing a barriers to communication due to developmental or acquired speech or language difficulties are not a homogenous group and may use a variety of different assistive communication devices, or none at all. The devices listed here may be purchased in Ottawa at A-Tech Microsystems.

Provides communication support for people with aphasia.

Interveners are professionals who mediate between the person who is deafblind and their environment to enable them to communicate effectively.