1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST
Location: Zoom - links will be distributed prior to event, ON
Registration ends on 3/18/2026
1 PM - 2 PM ET
Virtual Event
Registration closes March 18, 2026
Join us for OPBA's weekly educational series celebrating March Procurement Month!
This is week 3 in our 4-part series | Free to OPBA Members
Accessibility is more than compliance, it’s a cornerstone of fair, inclusive, and effective procurement. In this Ignite session, AccessibilityConsulting.ca will equip public procurement professionals with the language, confidence, and practical strategies to embed accessibility throughout the procurement lifecycle.
From drafting clear requirements to evaluating vendor submissions, participants will learn how to move beyond checklists and toward meaningful outcomes that ensure products and services meet accessibility standards and legislation.
Key takeaways:
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How to integrate accessibility requirements into RFPs and tender documents.
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What to look for when assessing vendor accessibility claims and documentation.
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Common gaps and risks in accessibility-related procurement.
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Practical tips to support accessibility without creating unnecessary barriers for suppliers.
Designed for professionals involved in planning, sourcing, and evaluating goods and services, this session delivers actionable insights you can apply immediately to strengthen accessibility in your procurement processes.
PRESENTERS:Jennifer Curry Jahnke, M.Ed., IAAP CPACC
Jennifer Curry Jahnke is an award-winning educator, researcher, and digital accessibility expert with over 20 years of experience across higher education, government, and public-sector organizations. She created Mohawk College’s Accessible Media Production graduate certificate program and has held leadership roles including Manager of Digital Accessibility at the University of Birmingham and Senior Project Manager with the City of Hamilton. An active member of national and international accessibility committees, Jennifer is recognized for advancing inclusive design and fostering systemic cultural change. Jennifer is the Principal Educator with AccessibilityConsulting.ca: A Collective of Digital Accessibility Educators.
Sandi Gauder, Web Accessibility Specialist
Sandi Gauder is a web accessibility specialist with over 15 years of experience designing and developing inclusive digital experiences. She coaches designers, developers, and content creators on accessibility best practices and has led workshops for businesses, municipalities, and web development firms on the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). A frequent conference speaker and webinar contributor, Sandi also developed and taught the Web Content and Social Media Accessibility curriculum at Mohawk College’s Accessible Media Production Graduate Certificate program. Known for her clear, pragmatic approach, she bridges technical and management audiences to advance accessibility in the digital space. Sandi is the owner of CMS Web Solutions and the Web Educator with AccessibilityConsulting.ca: A Collective of Digital Accessibility Educators.
Registration Fees
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Title |
Fee |
Member Status |
Points |
CEUs |
Hours |
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Members |
$00.00 + HST |
Members Only |
0.0000 |
0.0000 |
1.00 |
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Non Members |
$35.00 + HST |
All Registrants |
0.0000 |
0.0000 |
1.00 |
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