We provide fundraising and support for six charitable societies which offer unique adaptive opportunities and assistance in Vancouver, BC, and across Canada.

Vancouver, British Columbia
Joined October 2009
Disability Foundation retweeted
Newsflash! The Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF) small projects component provides up to $100,000 to improve safety and accessibility features for persons with disabilities. Find out more about the EAF: ow.ly/6fZO50KhMkq
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Disability Foundation retweeted
On this Thursday's episode of Our Community: The Tetra Society's (@DisabilityFdn) focus is to find solutions to overcome environmental barriers faced by people with disabilities, including intimacy aids. In this episode, we’ll follow each step of a request being fulfilled.
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Disability Foundation retweeted
Announced today: More persons with disabilities could qualify for the disability tax credit & related programs thanks to updated eligibility criteria for mental functions and life-sustaining therapy. ow.ly/GW8050JIUty #DTC #CdnTax
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Disability Foundation retweeted
A truly inclusive community is one that is fully accessible! SPARC's 25th annual #AccessAwarenessDay will be celebrated on June 4th during #NAAW2022. We are excited to see how your community will embrace our theme "Accessibility is Inclusion", and will be sharing along the way!🥳
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Disability Foundation retweeted
Let's #InnovateTogether! Register now and participate in our innovation showcase featuring 50+ companies. Check out the latest and greatest in accessible technology. Register now: ow.ly/PPqy50Jc0qz #CIW22
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Disability Foundation retweeted
Stephanie Cadieux will become Canada’s first Chief Accessibility Officer, as of May 2, 2022. This is a major step towards an accessible and inclusive Canada where everyone can fully participate in a society that is free of barriers. ow.ly/z9mh50ICmoX
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Accessible Wilderness Expeditions is looking for participants to go on adaptive cycling and kayaking trips this summer! Both experiences are fully funded and will be at no cost to the selected participants: Adult Trip: form.jotform.com/22081600357… Youth Trip: form.jotform.com/22081650121…
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Disability Foundation retweeted
SAVE THE DATE! 📅 The first Canadian Congress on Accessibility will kick-start #NAAW2022! This new, virtual, interactive and inclusive event is open to all! Stay tuned for registration! #InnovatingTogether
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BC residents: Could you benefit from assistive technology at work? Funding is available for: ergonomics, assistive technology, communication and hearing devices, vehicle modifications, & more. Join us at a webinar every Wednesday at 12:30 pm. Register: ow.ly/F0nr50DqFQa
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Disability Foundation retweeted
Need help with tuition, books or learning aids for school in September? 📚 Apply for the GRAGOPEAN #Scholarship Trust by May 13, 2022! There's over $250,000 available for eligible students. Find out more: sci-bc.ca/about-us/scholarsh…
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Disability Foundation retweeted
We're hiring a Customized Employment Specialist in the Greater Vancouver region for the YWCA WorkBC Program, a project funded by Ministry of Social Services. Apply today: neilsquire.ca/involved/job-o…
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Disability Foundation retweeted
Another reminder that nothing should be in the accessible parking space except a vehicle with a valid permit. Snow piling in a designated accessible parking space is not only unethical but dangerous for someone with a disability. ❄
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Disability Foundation retweeted
Stairways, door handles, slippery floors. Most people with disabilities have a list of things that make buildings inaccessible to them. MLA, Dan Coultier launched an online survey so you can convey your priorities for building access. Read about it here: ow.ly/Ku2k50HhVxf
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Disability Foundation retweeted
Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities! This year’s theme is “Fighting for rights in the post-COVID era". PwD are amid the most affected in the COVID pandemic, let's work together to acknowledge and reduce these barriers. #IDPwD
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Disability Foundation retweeted
Did you know approx. 46% of people aged 60 & over are people with disabilities. 1 in 5 women is likely to experience a disability & 1 in 10 children is a child with a disability. Disability inclusion is an essential condition to upholding human rights. idpwd.org/
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Disability Foundation retweeted
Access aisles are reserved areas to accommodate those needing extra space to exit/enter their vehicle. Keep them clear so that they can serve their intended use. Often, spaces with an access aisle are the only option for those who use mobility devices. #AccessibleParkingAwareness
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Disability Foundation retweeted
Interested in joining The Disability Foundation in a part-time contract position as Project Manager? This position will operate in a team & committee environment on a multi-organizational project. Application deadline is Dec 9 at 4:30 pm. Find out more: sci-bc.ca/marketplace/advert…
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Disability Foundation retweeted
November is #AccessibleParkingAwareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the barriers to accessible parking encountered by people with disabilities in BC. Follow @SPARCBC & @DisabilityFdn to learn about accessible parking, or visit disabilityfoundation.org/Spo…
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