(Video) The Accessible Answer to Caledon’s Transit Challenge
How do you keep people connected in a community that spans miles of rural landscape? For Caledon, it’s not just about roads and rides, it’s about ensuring everyone has access to the moments and services that matter most. Caledon Community Services faced a familiar challenge: ensuring seniors, newcomers, and adults with disabilities could stay engaged, […]
What Is the Weight Capacity of a Wheelchair Van Lift?
Did you know some powered wheelchairs weigh over 400 pounds? That’s before adding the person using it. When you’re buying a wheelchair van with a lift, this is something you really need to think about. The weight capacity of a wheelchair van lift isn’t a number you can ignore and shrug off. It’s a safety […]
(Video) How DCSP Saves Lives on the Street
What happens when someone in mental distress is bleeding out at 4 a.m. on a cold November street, and there’s no ambulance in sight? This isn’t a hypothetical. It’s exactly what one outreach team faced and they saved a life. This story isn’t about superheroes. It’s about a community crisis intervention model that works in […]
Why Do Some Organizations Choose a Manual Ramp Over a Powered One?
Is your organization trying to decide between a manual ramp and a powered ramp for your wheelchair van? Many teams all across Canada face this same choice and start feeling bogged down by it. Each type of ramp has its pros and cons, and making the wrong call can lead to having a ramp that […]
On-Demand Transit vs. Fixed-Route Transit
How do you know if on-demand transit or fixed-route transit is right for you and your clients? That’s probably what you’re wondering right now. And honestly, it’s a big decision. Choosing the wrong system can waste your funding, frustrate riders, and cause real headaches for your staff. According to Statistics Canada, more than 6 million […]
What Drives the Cost of Mobile Medical Van Maintenance?
Is your organization trying to figure out the annual costs of mobile medical van maintenance? You’re likely not the only one out there wondering about this. If you’re thinking about buying a mobile medical van, you’ve probably got a few questions swirling in your head: What if we don’t budget enough for maintenance? Could […]
What Are the Safety Features on Wheelchair Van Ramps?
What are the safety features on wheelchair van ramps, and why do they matter so much? Because when you’re helping people with limited mobility, even a small slip can have big consequences. A steep ramp incline, missing guardrails, or a ramp that wobbles; these are safety risks that could increase your liability. If you’re an […]
5 Big Problems With Using Personal Vehicles for Patient Transport
Have you ever wondered if using your own vehicle for patient transport is really the best option? Some organizations across Canada use staff or volunteer vehicles to transport people to and from medical appointments. But here’s the thing: Personal vehicles aren’t made for patient transport. And it could be putting your team, your clients, and […]
Ontario Class G vs. Class F: What Do You Need for Wheelchair Vans?
Here’s a fact that might surprise you: over 6.2 million Canadians live with a disability. That’s a lot of people who potentially count on safe, accessible transportation every day. If you’re part of an organization that’s planning to get a new wheelchair van in the near future, you’re stepping up to make a real difference. […]
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