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 Top 3 Wheelchair Vans for Medical Transportation?

Across Canada, many organizations like yours struggle to find the right vans for medical transportation. People count on you to get them to appointments, dialysis, or community care. But old vans, repairs that never seem to end, or layouts that don’t fit your riders make things stressful. When patients miss care: Their health suffers Staff […]
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, […]
(Video) How Much Does it Cost to Own a Wheelchair Van
If you’re looking into buying a wheelchair-accessible van, you’ve probably already asked the big question: How much does it really cost to run a wheelchair van each year? The truth is, it’s not just about the purchase price — it’s about keeping the van on the road. In this video, we break down the real […]
What Are the Hidden Costs of Poor Patient Transport Services?

Did you know that around 1 in 5 Canadians delay or miss care because of transportation problems? Poor patient transport services create real risks: Patients with mobility issues can get stuck Appointments get missed Health problems get worse If you manage a healthcare program, you know how it feels. You work hard to help […]
What Is the Emergency Treatment Fund in Canada?

Health Canada’s Emergency Treatment Fund (ETF) is a national program that gives short-term funding to help communities act fast on substance use and overdose issues. It supports urgent, ready-to-go projects that strengthen local services in a culturally relevant, evidence-based way. Contribution funding to help municipalities and Indigenous communities respond quickly to overdose and substance use […]