Is It Smart to Switch Wheelchair Van Companies?
Ever feel like your wheelchair vans are holding you back? Maybe you’ve faced constant breakdowns, surprise delays, or long waits just to get simple service. That’s enough to make any healthcare team, non-profit, or transit program sweat. Because when your vans don’t show up, people miss appointments, sit alone at home, or go without care. […]
Which Is Better: Front or Rear Wheel Drive Wheelchair Van?
Having trouble deciding between a rear-wheel drive wheelchair van or a front-wheel drive van for your program in Canada? You’re choosing for people, not parts. In 2017, nearly 30% of collisions in Canada happened on wet, snowy, or icy roads. Icy hills in North Shore BC, drifting snow in Manitoba, slush in the GTA. The […]
What Is the Civil Remedies Grant Program in Ontario?
Many communities want to help people who have been harmed by crime. The Civil Remedies Grant Program gives funding to support those efforts. If your organization helps prevent crime or supports victims, this grant may help you do even more good. The Civil Remedies Grant Program is part of Ontario’s Civil Remedies Act, 2001. It […]
Where Is the Best Place To Buy a Used Wheelchair Van for Sale?
Ever feel like finding a used wheelchair van for sale in Canada is about as easy as spotting a moose on Yonge Street? You’re not the only one. Many health networks, non-profits, and community programs worry about buying a dud. And for good reason. Picking the wrong used wheelchair accessible van can mean breakdowns, safety […]
What Are the Colour Choices for Accessible Vans?
Did you know that even the colour of a wheelchair accessible van can change how people feel about using it? Colour choices for accessible vans might seem small, but they can make a big difference. Picture this: You’ve worked hard to set up safe, reliable transportation, but you’ve chosen the wrong colour of your van, […]
What is the Ontario Health Funding Opportunity for Interprofessional Primary Care Teams
Ontario has launched its 2026–2027 call for proposals to create and expand approximately 75 new interprofessional primary care teams, aiming to connect 500,000 more people to consistent, coordinated care. This initiative is part of a $2.1 billion investment through Ontario’s Primary Care Action Plan, with a goal to connect 100% of Ontarians to primary care […]
(Video) How to apply for the Emergency Treatment Fund
Most communities miss funding windows because they don’t know what’s possible. The Emergency Treatment Fund offers up to $2’000,000 for urgent response projects, but timing, eligibility, and readiness matter. Here’s how to get it right and apply with confidence.
How Does Indigenous Services Canada Support Mobile Startups?
Did you know Indigenous people make up about 5% of Canada’s population, yet many still struggle with basic healthcare and transportation? You’ve likely seen this first-hand if you’re part of a First Nation, Inuit, or Métis community. Maybe elders miss appointments because there’s no patient transfer van. Maybe people who use wheelchairs can’t get to […]
What Safety Features Are in a Wheelchair Van?
Are you looking for a wheelchair van but unsure what safety features it should have? It’s a big decision. If the van isn’t safe, your clients could get hurt, and your organization could face serious problems. Without the right safety features, you risk: Injuries: Clients in wheelchairs could slide, tip, or fall during transport. […]
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