Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

The Mortgage Beast is committed to ensuring that our website and tools are accessible to all Canadians, including people with disabilities. We believe that everyone deserves equal access to the information and resources they need to make informed mortgage decisions. We continually work to improve the accessibility and usability of our website in alignment with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following features to support accessibility across our website:

Keyboard navigation: All interactive elements, including calculators, forms, navigation menus, and buttons, are fully operable using a keyboard alone.

Screen reader support: We use semantic HTML, ARIA labels, and descriptive alt text to ensure content is properly conveyed by assistive technologies.

Colour contrast: Our design system uses colour combinations that meet or exceed WCAG 2.1 AA contrast ratio requirements, ensuring readability for users with low vision or colour deficiencies.

Responsive design: The website is fully responsive and functions across a wide range of devices and screen sizes, from mobile phones to desktop monitors.

Focus indicators: Visible focus indicators are provided for all interactive elements to assist keyboard and switch device users.

Readable typography: We use clear, legible fonts with appropriate sizing and line spacing to support comfortable reading.

Calculator and Tool Accessibility

Our mortgage calculators and interactive tools are designed with accessibility in mind. Form inputs include descriptive labels, sliders are operable via keyboard, and calculation results are announced to screen readers. Charts and graphs include text-based alternatives so the underlying data is accessible to all users.

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, some areas of the website may have limitations we are actively working to address. These may include certain complex interactive charts where full screen reader descriptions are still being improved, and some third-party embedded content that may not fully meet accessibility standards. We are committed to resolving these issues and continuously improving.

Feedback and Assistance

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of The Mortgage Beast. If you encounter any accessibility barriers, have difficulty using any part of our website, or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us. We take all feedback seriously and will do our best to respond within two business days.

Contact Us

To report an accessibility issue or request assistance, please reach out to us at contact@themortgagebeast.ca. Please include a description of the issue you encountered and the page or tool involved, and we will work to address it promptly.