Michael Y. Chan

Michael Y. Chan has extensive experience in digital accessibility, having held key positions in various organizations including the Government of Ontario, CIBC, and the Government of Canada. Notable roles include Senior Accessibility Analyst and Manager of I&IT Accessibility Planning at the Government of Ontario, where Michael led web accessibility compliance initiatives and established a framework for testing. As a Digital Accessibility Consultant, services were provided to improve accessibility for corporate websites and applications, ensuring compliance with AODA and WCAG standards. Michael's expertise extends to leading accessibility quality assurance for the Department of National Defence and serving as a coach for web accessibility within Government of Canada teams. Educational qualifications include a BASc in Computer Engineering from the University of Toronto and a Project Management Professional (PMP) designation from the Project Management Institute.