Top 5 Benefits of Mobile Counselling Vans for Urban Canada

Did you know that 1 in 2 Canadians will experience mental illness by the time they turn 40? That stat hits even harder in busy cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal, where long waitlists and packed clinics are the norm. You’ve probably felt the squeeze if you’re running an outreach or mental health program in […]
The Best Grants to Fund Homelessness Programs in Canada

This video explains how homeless program grants in Canada work, including the difference between federal, provincial, and community funding sources. It also teaches how to build a funding stack so different grants support different parts of a program, from capital costs to staffing and supplies.
Tiny Homes vs. Mobile Clinics

Did you know that about five million Canadians do not have a regular primary care doctor? It’s a big weight to carry when you’re the one trying to fix it. You might feel stuck because people in your target communities in places like rural Alberta or the outskirts of Toronto can’t get to a doctor. […]
What is the Accessible Future Podcast?

1 in 6 people worldwide live with a disability. That’s about 1.3 billion people navigating a world that often wasn’t built with accessibility in mind. Across Canada, organizations are working hard to close that gap. Community health teams in northern Ontario travel long distances to reach patients. Outreach groups in Vancouver look for better ways […]
Can a Vehicle Be Held While We Secure Funding?

Have you found the perfect wheelchair accessible van or mobile medical unit, but the funding isn’t ready yet? It’s a stressful spot to be in. The gap is obvious. You know the vehicle could change lives, yet you feel stuck waiting. Many organizations across Canada ask the same thing: Can a vehicle be held while […]
(Video) 4 Proven Strategies to Fundraise for a Mobile Clinic

Funding a mobile clinic doesn’t come down to one big grant. It takes a mix of smart digital outreach, creative community support, and long-term planning. In this video, we break down four proven strategies you can use to build real momentum and create sustainable funding for years to come.
What Is the Ontario Trillium Foundation?

Did you know that nearly 15% of people in Ontario living with disabilities face daily struggles just to get to a doctor or visit a friend? It’s a heavy weight to carry when your organization wants to help your community, but feels stuck because you can’t find funding for a vehicle to get to them. […]
What is the Grow Grant in Ontario?

The Grow Grant is a funding program from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). It helps community programs and services that already work well grow bigger and reach more people in Ontario. You can get funding over two or three years to expand, improve, or update something that has already shown success. Who is eligible […]
How Can Mobile Counselling Units Help Youth Justice Programs?

Did you know that 6 out of 10 young people in custody in Canada have a mental health challenge? If you run youth justice programs, you’ve likely seen how tough it is to get these youth the proper support. Long wait lists, no services close by, and the stigma of asking for help make it […]