Wheelchair Van Maintenance Checklist
Catapult Canada: What You Need To Know About This Grant
Catapult Canada is a national grant program created by the Rideau Hall Foundation. What does the grant entail? It helps youth-serving groups offer learning, mentorship, training, and culturally grounded programs. The funding supports projects that open more doors for young people who face barriers in education or career pathways. The program also […]
How Do Youth Outreach Vehicles Support At-Risk Youth?
Did you know that about 1 in 5 Canadian youth live with a mental illness or disorder? At the same time, suicide is the second leading cause of death for people aged 15 to 34 in Canada. These numbers hit hard when you work with at-risk youth every day. You see teens in northern Ontario […]
How Do You Operate the Manual Backup System on Wheelchair Lifts?
Ever had a wheelchair lift stop working at the worst time? You’re trying to help someone into a wheelchair van, and the lift just… doesn’t move. You’re stuck, they’re stuck, and everyone’s stressed. That’s a rough place to be. If this has happened more than once, you might even be asking, “Why isn’t there a […]
(Video) How Much Does A Wheelchair Van Cost?
The cost of a wheelchair van is not a single number but a wide range. Prices can be anywhere from $103,000 for a minivan up to $259,000 for a P-series van. This final price depends on two main components: the vehicle chassis itself and the accessible conversion you choose. This video breaks down what features […]
How Fast Can You Move Wheelchair Van Seats?
Ever wonder how fast you can move wheelchair van seats? Maybe you’re running a day program in Manitoba or a non-profit in Vancouver that depends on tight schedules. It’s normal to feel anxious about slow seating shifts. Delays can frustrate staff, and you could risk making clients feel like an afterthought. That’s the real gap: […]
Do You Push a Wheelchair Into the Van Forwards or Backwards?
If your organization is considering purchasing a wheelchair van, you’ve likely asked this: Do you push a wheelchair into the van forward or backward? It sounds simple, but getting this task wrong can mean the difference between a safe and an unsafe wheelchair transfer. We get why you’re wondering. You care about keeping your clients, […]
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. […]
(Video) Common Wheelchair Van Noises and What They Mean
Most people ignore that rattle in their van, assuming it’s harmless. But those common wheelchair van noises often signal something deeper and riskier. Knowing what each sound means could be the difference between a $5 fix and a serious safety issue.
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