Assistive Technology Services

Assistive Technology is any tool that helps someone reduce a disability-related problem. This can be high or low tech, and can be software, hardware, or a service.

The Assistive Technology Team offers:
• A quiet place to work
• Accessible workstations with computers
• Access to a printer and scanner
• Basic computer support
• An AT Loaning Library where you can try a variety of AT solutions to see if they work for you
• Accessible course material
• AT support and advice

We help you explore assistive technology solutions that may reduce or remove disability-related barriers you are experiencing at Algonquin College. 

We support tools for accessibility, note taking, reading, writing, time management, organization, access to course content and in classroom environments.  

You can book an appointment with someone on the AT Team by contacting the Welcome Centre! You can reach them by calling 613-727-4723 ext.7200 or emailing welcomecentre@algonquincollege.com.

The AT Lab is a quiet, safe, and respectful academic working environment. At the AT Lab, you can find more accessible workstations, a meeting room, AT support, an AT Loaning Library, and Accessible Print-Based Services. The lab is in Room E303, located on the 3rd floor of Student Commons at the Ottawa Campus (beside the elevators).

If you require accessibility accommodations in the classroom including tables, chairs, and/or a large-screen monitor, contact CAL.  

We are open Monday to Friday, from 9:00am-5:00pm.

The hours vary depending on the semester, so check our signs and our site regularly for hours.

The Accessible Print-Based Services (APBS) helps eligible learners acquire print-based course materials and textbooks in the format they need. This can include:   

• Accessible digital text (works with software to read aloud)  
• Large print  
• Braille  

To determine if you are eligible for APBS, contact CAL as soon as possible.

Some requests can take up to four weeks to process.  

The AT Team can explain our services for students, demonstrate some of the AT students use, and explain how it helps increase student access.