Québec campaign urges businesses to improve storefront accessibility

The Québec government has launched a public-awareness campaign focused on accessibility at shops and service businesses, under the message that accessible commerce is good business for everyone.

The November 12 campaign item points attention to small establishments, many of which operate in buildings that are not covered by current accessibility requirements in the Québec Construction Code. A separate government guidance page says municipalities can still use planning, permitting and financial tools to encourage improvements.

For merchants, the practical starting point is to examine the full customer route: the entrance, thresholds and door width, circulation space, service counters, signage and access to washrooms. Municipalities and property owners can consult the province’s small-establishment guidance before planning work. The campaign is an awareness initiative; it does not by itself announce a new building-code obligation.

Sources

• Government of Québec campaign item, published November 12, 2026.
• Government of Québec guidance on small-business accessibility, accessed November 13, 2026.

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