Canada’s 2027-2028 timeline is not one simple rule for every digital asset. Official federal guidance separates requirements by organization type, technology type and obligation.
| Date | Area | What to verify in official guidance | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 5, 2027 | Websites and web pages | Which covered organizations and website contexts are included | UPCOMING |
| December 5, 2027 | Digital documents | Which newly published or updated documents on covered web pages or apps are included | UPCOMING |
| December 5, 2027 | Procurement and training | Which obligations apply to covered organizations and roles | UPCOMING |
| December 5, 2028 | Mobile applications | Which public-facing mobile app requirements apply | UPCOMING |
| December 5, 2028 | Digital documents and accessibility statements | Which statement and document requirements expand | UPCOMING |
Who is covered?
Federal public sector organizations and federally regulated entities may have different obligations. Do not apply a single summary to every Canadian organization without checking official applicability.
Websites, mobile applications and digital documents
Technical preparation should distinguish websites, web pages, mobile applications and digital documents. Each category can have a different implementation path and evidence set.
How organizations can prepare
Confirm applicability, inventory digital properties, identify public-facing and employee-facing surfaces, sample templates and workflows, audit against the applicable ICT standard, remediate, retest and document decisions.
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