Using Keyboard Shortcuts (Desktop only)
On the Desktop versions of CBC, users can navigate through the content and perform actions using only a keyboard. Common keyboard shortcuts for Desktop versions of CBCinclude:
| Keyboard Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| Tab | Move from one interactive element to the next element |
| Shift + Tab | Move from one interactive element ot the previous element |
| Esc | Exit dialog boxes, including the Menu panel |
| Enter / Return or Space Bar | Opens/Closes the Menu panel |
| Enter / Return | Activate any interactive element such as links and buttons |
In-built system or browser functionality
Users can make text larger, increase contrast or enable captions within their system or browser.
| System Accessibility Features | Description |
|---|---|
| Apple Accessibility | Read about Apple's efforts to make Mac, iOS, Safari and other products accessible |
| Microsoft Accessibility | Read about Microsoft's efforts to make Windows, Edge and other products accessible |
| Google Accessibility | Read about Google's efforts to make Chrome and other products accessible |
Other accessibility features
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Dark mode is available on CBC News and CBC Listen (iOS and Android) applications.
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Text resizing is available on CBC News (iOS and Android) applications.
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Alternative text is present for images where required.
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Search functionality provides auto-populated responses. Within search results, users are able to filter by Program-type and Media-type.
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For users seeking an experience with reduced motion, we recommend using CBC Lite , a low-bandwidth version of cbc.ca.
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"Skip to content" links promote quick access to main content on all platforms. Other custom skip links are available for navigating repeated sports content, accessing the persistent audio/video player, etc.
If you have any comments or suggestions, please Contact us through our accessibility feedback page.