Accessibility Statement
Effective Date: November 3, 2025
The Hamlet of Tuktoyaktuk is committed to ensuring that HelloTuk.com and AaqanaTuk.ca, developed by Constant Creeations, is accessible to all visitors, including people with disabilities.
Our goal is to make the website easy to use, navigate, and understand, so that everyone can explore what Tuktoyaktuk has to offer with equal access and enjoyment.
What web accessibility is
An accessible website allows people of all abilities — including those who use assistive technologies such as screen readers, voice recognition software, or alternative input devices — to browse with ease. Accessibility supports equal opportunity and participation in the digital space for everyone.
Accessibility adjustments on this site
HelloTuk.com and AaqanaTuk.ca have been developed and reviewed in accordance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, and we aim to meet Level AA compliance.
To achieve this, the following measures have been implemented:
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Used the Accessibility Wizard to identify and correct potential accessibility issues
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Defined clear heading structures on all pages
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Set the site language to English (Canada)
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Ensured logical page content order for users of assistive technologies
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Added alternative text to images wherever appropriate
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Implemented colour contrast that meets accessibility standards
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Reduced the use of motion and animation to minimize distractions
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Ensured that videos, audio, and downloadable files are accessible where possible
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Supported navigation by keyboard and screen readers
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Accessibility testing and improvements are ongoing.
Declaration of partial compliance with the standard due to third-party content
Some sections of HelloTuk.com and AaqanaTuk.ca include or link to third-party content (such as social media feeds, maps, or embedded media) that may not fully meet accessibility standards.
We continue to work with these providers to encourage accessibility improvements and ensure an inclusive experience for all visitors.
Accessibility arrangements in the organization
The Hamlet of Tuktoyaktuk strives to ensure that community services, facilities, and events are accessible to all residents and visitors. Accessibility features at community facilities such as Kitti Hall and the Visitor Information Centre include ramp access, wide entrances, and accessible washrooms.
For information about accessibility at specific events or locations, please contact the Hamlet directly.
Requests, issues and suggestions
We welcome feedback about accessibility on HelloTuk.com / AaqanaTuk.ca
If you experience any difficulty accessing information or using the website, please contact:
Senior Administrative Officer
Phone: (867) 977-2286
Email: SAO@tuktoyaktuk.ca
We will do our best to address accessibility issues promptly and ensure that the information you need is made available in an accessible format.