Nova Scotia Accessibility Directorate
Built Environment Standards Development Committee
Phase 2 recommendations for an accessibility standard in the built environment
Phase 1 recommendations for an accessibility standard in the built environment
Accessibility Standards Canada MOU: Nova Scotia has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Accessibility Standards Canada to collaborate in our work to develop accessibility standards. This MOU encourages both parties to consider each other’s respective accessibility priorities. This may include aligning work on developing, reviewing, and implementing accessibility standards, where possible. It may also include sharing information and supporting and conducting research. As we continue our work to develop accessibility standards, we welcome this opportunity for increased collaboration with Accessibility Standards Canada.
CSA Group
CSA/ASC B651:23 Accessible Design for the Built Environment Standard
The newly updated standards released in 2023 contain the requirements for making the built environment accessible to people with disabilities. This version replaces the B651-18 and includes the following changes and updates:
- updated dimensions
- more notes to support user interpretation of requirements
- detailed information on luminance contrast (colour contrast) and guidance on applying colour contrast
- guidance for the position of tactile direction indicator
- guidance for power-assisted doors
- guidance on platform size for platform lifts that form part of a path of travel
- recommendations for water bottle filling stations
- guidance for water fountain controls
- guidance on how to address functional and cognitive barriers
