Accessibility Statement

Effective Date: April 3, 2026 | Last Updated: April 3, 2026

1. Commitment to WCAG 2.1 Level AA Conformance

We are committed to making our website conform to the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA. WCAG 2.1 is the internationally recognized standard for web accessibility.

WCAG 2.1 Level AA covers:

• Perceivable: Content must be presentable in ways that are perceivable to users
• Operable: Users must be able to navigate and control the interface
• Understandable: Content and interfaces must be understandable
• Robust: Content must be compatible with current and future assistive technologies

2. Current Conformance Status

Status: Partial Conformance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA

Perpetua Resources Corp website achieves partial conformance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. We are actively working to improve our accessibility and expect to achieve full conformance by the dates specified in Section 4 below.

2.1 Accessibility Features Currently Implemented

• Responsive Design: Website is fully responsive and functions on all device sizes
• Keyboard Navigation: Most interactive elements are accessible via keyboard navigation
• Color Contrast: Text color contrast meets WCAG AA standards (4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text)
• Alt Text: All decorative images include appropriate alt text or are marked as decorative
• Heading Structure: Proper semantic heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3, etc.) for screen reader navigation
• Form Labels: All form inputs include associated labels and error messages
• Focus Indicators: Clear visual focus indicators for keyboard navigation
• Text Sizing: Users can resize text up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
• Video Captions: YouTube videos include captions and transcripts
• Skip Links: Skip navigation links provided to bypass repetitive content
• Screen Reader Compatibility: Tested with NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver screen readers

3. Known Limitations & Planned Remediation

Limitation / Issue	Affected Component	WCAG Criterion	Planned Remediation Date
YouTube embeds may not have full keyboard accessibility for player controls	Video sections	2.1.1 Keyboard (Level A)	Q2 2026
ArcGIS Story Maps may have limited accessibility features	Interactive map content	2.1.1 Keyboard, 4.1.2 Name Role Value	Q3 2026
Some third-party form plugins (Gravity Forms advanced fields) may not have complete ARIA attributes	Complex form fields	4.1.2 Name Role Value (Level A)	Q2 2026
PDF documents may not be fully tagged for accessibility	Download resources	2.1 Perceivable	Q2 2026 - ongoing
FooBox lightbox image gallery may have limited keyboard support	Image galleries	2.1.1 Keyboard	Q2 2026
Popup Maker may require accessibility improvements for modal dialogs	Pop-up windows	2.4.3 Focus Order, 4.1.2 Name Role Value	Q1-Q2 2026

4. Measures Taken to Support Accessibility

4.1 Development Practices

• Using semantic HTML5 markup throughout the website
• Implementing ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes where appropriate
• Regular accessibility testing with automated tools and manual testing
• Following W3C accessibility best practices

4.2 Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our website is tested and compatible with the following assistive technologies:

• Screen Readers: NVDA (Windows), JAWS (Windows), VoiceOver (macOS/iOS), TalkBack (Android)
• Magnification Software: Windows Magnifier, ZoomText, Dolphin EasyConverter
• Speech Recognition: Dragon NaturallySpeaking, Windows Speech Recognition
• Keyboard Navigation: Full keyboard accessibility without mouse required
• Browser Extensions: Compatible with popular accessibility browser extensions

4.3 Design & Content Standards

• Color contrast minimum 4.5:1 for normal text (WCAG AA)
• Descriptive link text (not "click here")
• Logical reading order and navigation flow
• Meaningful use of headings and structure
• Descriptive alt text for all meaningful images
• Captions and transcripts for video content
• Clear form labels and error messaging
• Text alternatives for non-text content

5. Contact Method for Accessibility Issues

If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website, please contact us immediately:

• Email: community@perpetua.us (subject line: "Accessibility Issue")
• Phone: 208-901-3060
• Mail: Perpetua Resources Corp, 13181 Highway 55, PO Box 429, Donnelly, Idaho 83615, Attn: Accessibility Team

What to Include in Your Report:

• Description of the accessibility barrier
• Page URL where the issue occurs
• Your assistive technology (screen reader, magnification, etc.)
• Browser and operating system you're using
• Steps to reproduce the issue
• Your preferred contact method for our response

Response Time: We will respond to accessibility reports within 5 business days and provide a timeline for remediation.

6. Technical Specifications

6.1 Technology Stack

• CMS: WordPress with accessibility-focused themes and plugins
• Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (jQuery, AJAX with ARIA live regions)
• Forms: Gravity Forms with WCAG-compatible accessibility
• Performance: WP Rocket optimized for accessibility (minimal JavaScript blocking)
• Security: Wordfence accessibility features integrated
• Analytics: Google Analytics configured to respect accessibility needs

6.2 Accessibility Testing Tools Used

• WAVE (WebAIM Accessibility Evaluation Tool)
• Axe DevTools
• NVDA Screen Reader (automated and manual testing)
• Lighthouse (Chrome DevTools accessibility audit)
• Color Contrast Analyzer
• Keyboard-only navigation testing
• Manual testing with multiple browsers and devices

7. Assessment Approach

7.1 Evaluation Methodology

We conduct accessibility assessments using a combination of:

• Automated Testing: Accessibility scanning tools to identify common issues
• Manual Testing: Human review of accessibility practices and barriers
• Assistive Technology Testing: Testing with actual screen readers and assistive devices
• Keyboard Navigation Testing: Full keyboard access without mouse
• User Testing: Testing with people with disabilities (when available)

7.2 Testing Scope

We test all main website pages including:

• Homepage and primary navigation
• All legal pages (Privacy Policy, Terms of Service, etc.)
• Contact and form pages
• Content pages and blog articles
• Media embeds (videos, maps)
• Third-party integrations

8. Date of Last Assessment

Last Comprehensive Accessibility Audit: April 3, 2026

Ongoing Testing: Continuous testing with each website update

Next Scheduled Full Audit: October 3, 2026

9. Legal Frameworks Addressed

Our accessibility efforts comply with:

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 508 (Federal accessibility standards)
• California Unruh Civil Rights Act (AB 434 - website accessibility)
• Europeans with Disabilities Directive (EU accessibility requirements)
• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 (International standard)

10. Enforcement & Remediation Process

10.1 Issue Reporting

When you report an accessibility issue, we will:

• Acknowledge receipt within 24 hours
• Assess the severity and impact
• Assign a priority level (Critical, High, Medium, Low)
• Develop a remediation plan with timeline
• Implement fix and test thoroughly
• Notify you of resolution

10.2 Priority Levels

• Critical: Complete barrier to access - remediated within 5 business days
• High: Significant accessibility issues - remediated within 2 weeks
• Medium: Moderate accessibility issues - remediated within 30 days
• Low: Minor usability improvements - remediated within 60 days

11. Continuous Improvement

We are committed to ongoing improvement of website accessibility through:

• Regular staff training on accessibility best practices
• Quarterly accessibility audits
• Monitoring and updating third-party tools and plugins
• Staying current with WCAG updates and standards
• Soliciting feedback from users with disabilities
• Budget allocation for accessibility improvements

12. Accessibility Resources

For Users: Learn how to use assistive technologies with our website:

• Screen Readers: NVDA (free), JAWS, VoiceOver
• Browser Extensions: WebAIM, WAVE, Accessibility Checker
• Keyboard Shortcuts: Most common: Tab (next element), Shift+Tab (previous element), Enter (activate button)

For Developers: WCAG 2.1 and Web Accessibility Resources:

• www.w3.org/WAI/WCAG21/quickref (WCAG 2.1 Quick Reference)
• www.webaim.org (Web Accessibility In Mind)
• www.a11y.co (Accessibility Resources)
• developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/Accessibility