Accessibility Statement

Welcome to Curbside Harvest — a convenient tool to locate local farm stands across Nova Scotia. Our mission is to provide a platform for small businesses to showcase their farm stands, including details such as hours of operation, location, and the products they offer. We want everyone in the community to be able to find and support local small businesses easily.

Our Commitment

At Curbside Harvest, we are committed to making information about farm stands available to people of all abilities. We believe that accessibility is not an afterthought — it is a core part of how we design and build our platform.

Why Farm Stand Accessibility Matters

Accessible farm stand information ensures that everyone, including those with disabilities, can enjoy the experience of discovering and visiting local producers. This includes providing easy navigation, clear information, and accommodations for a range of needs.

Features We Have Implemented

We have designed Curbside Harvest to be user-friendly for all visitors, including those using assistive technologies. Features include:

• Clear and descriptive farm stand listings with structured information
• High contrast and easy-to-read text throughout the site
• Support for keyboard navigation
• Compatibility with screen readers
• Minimal use of flashing or distracting content
• Mobile-first responsive design for all screen sizes
• Descriptive alt text on meaningful images

Third-Party Content

While we strive for full accessibility, some content may be provided by third parties such as our mapping provider. In such cases, we are committed to working with those providers to ensure as much accessibility as possible.

Community Involvement

We actively seek feedback and suggestions for improving the accessibility of our platform. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive experience for everyone — whether you are discovering farm stands for the first time or returning to find a new favourite stand.

Get in Touch

Your input is valuable to us. If you encounter any accessibility challenges or have suggestions for improving our platform, please reach out.