Type of Vehicle: Minivan

Should You Buy a Wheelchair Van from a Regular Dealership?

Picture this: You finally found a wheelchair van at a dealership in Toronto. The price looks fair, the paint shines, and the salesperson assures you it’s “accessible.” But weeks later, you realize the ramp is too steep, your clients can’t ride comfortably, and repairs keep popping up. Now your program is stuck with a van […]

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 […]

Who Are the Top 5 Wheelchair Bus Suppliers in Canada?

If you’re searching for the best wheelchair bus suppliers in Canada, you’re likely facing a real operational challenge, not just doing casual research. Maybe your current vehicle is unreliable.   Maybe your program is growing.   Maybe funding just came through, and you need to make the right decision the first time.   Here’s what […]

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 […]

How Do Bigger and Heavier Wheelchairs Impact Accessible Vans?

Here’s something I get asked sometimes: How do heavier wheelchairs affect accessible vans? The short answer is that heavier wheelchairs place much more strain on wheelchair van lifts because their combined weight with the ride can approach or exceed the lift’s rated capacity, as we’ll discuss later. Power chairs with tilt, recline, and large batteries […]

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’s the RBC Barrier Buster Grants Program?

If your organization is working to make spaces more accessible, the RBC Barrier Buster Grants Program could help move your project forward. Here’s a clear, simple breakdown of what matters most.   Download the wheelchair van buyer’s guide!   What is the RBC Barrier Buster Grants Program? The RBC Barrier Buster Grants Program provides funding […]

What Is the Newfoundland and Labrador Accessible Taxi and Busing Program?

 If you’re thinking about adding accessible transportation to your fleet in Newfoundland and Labrador, the Accessible Taxi and Busing Program could help offset the cost.  The Accessible Taxi and Busing Program is a provincial grant offered through the Department of Social Supports and Well-Being.   Its goal is simple: Increase accessible transportation across Newfoundland and […]

Personal Use vs Commercial Use Wheelchair Vans

Are you wondering if a commercial wheelchair van or a personal-use van is the better choice for your program? It’s a big decision. At first glance, a personal van might seem cheaper. But here’s the problem. Personal vans aren’t built for the heavy, everyday use that comes with serving your community.    Download the wheelchair […]