Can Your Community Use NIHB Funding for Medical Transport?

Healthcare travel can be difficult for many First Nations and Inuit communities, especially in remote areas. The Government of Canada recently announced continued support for the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Program, including $794 million in 2026 to 2027 to help improve access to healthcare services across Canada. Learn more about the NIHB program […]
How Do You Increase Vaccination Rates in Indigenous Communities?

Did you know that vaccination rates in Indigenous communities are still lower than the national average? According to Indigenous Services Canada, some remote and rural areas face challenges like limited healthcare access, transportation barriers, and mistrust from years of unequal care. If you’re part of a health team or community leader trying to boost vaccine […]
What’s Underneath the Hood of Your RAM ProMaster?

Have you ever opened the hood of your RAM ProMaster and felt that quick moment of doubt, wondering if you’re looking at the right parts? Many organizations across Canada feel the same way. You run programs that help people reach care, connect with support, or stay active in the community. When you’re unsure about what’s […]
How Does Bluetooth Work in Your RAM ProMaster?

Ever tried to take a call while driving your RAM ProMaster wheelchair van through downtown Toronto or icy Winnipeg streets, only to find Bluetooth won’t connect? For many healthcare and transportation teams across Canada, figuring out how Bluetooth works in your RAM ProMaster can be frustrating. That small gap in connectivity can lead to missed […]
What is the Build Communities Strong Fund?

The Build Communities Strong Fund is a new federal funding program that supports infrastructure projects across Canada. The goal is to help communities grow, improve services, and build the spaces and systems people use every day. This fund supports projects tied to: Housing Healthcare Public transit Roads and bridges Parks […]
Where Can Organizations Find Funding to Help Homelessness in Canada?

On any given night, more than 60,000 people face homelessness in Canada. That number reflects the people in your own community without safe places to sleep. As an organization, you see the gap between what people need and what’s available. Without action, the cycle of homelessness keeps going, leaving staff, shelters, and health services stretched […]
How Do Mobile Clinic Vans Help Build Stronger and Healthier First Nations Communities?

Did you know many people in First Nations communities wait weeks or even months to see a doctor or nurse? In some places, the nearest clinic is hours away. That means long trips, missed checkups, and health problems that get worse over time. It’s a tough gap to live with. Without better access to care, […]
What Is the Bell Let’s Talk Community Mental Health Fund?

The Bell Let’s Talk Community Mental Health Fund helps Canadian organizations improve access to mental health services in their communities. The fund supports programs that can grow, reach more people, and make a lasting difference. Bell has invested in more than 1,700 mental health organizations across Canada, including hospitals, charities, community groups, and service providers. […]
Top 5 Benefits of Mobile Counselling Vans for Urban Canada

Did you know that 1 in 2 Canadians will experience mental illness by the time they turn 40? That stat hits even harder in busy cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal, where long waitlists and packed clinics are the norm. You’ve probably felt the squeeze if you’re running an outreach or mental health program in […]