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 […]
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 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, […]
What Safety Features Are in a Wheelchair Van?

Are you looking for a wheelchair van but unsure what safety features it should have? It’s a big decision. If the van isn’t safe, your clients could get hurt, and your organization could face serious problems. Without the right safety features, you risk: Injuries: Clients in wheelchairs could slide, tip, or fall during transport. […]
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 AODA?

Here’s something that might surprise you: About 27% of adults in Canada live with a disability. That’s over 8 million people. Many of them rely on community programs, health services, or support vehicles to get where they need to go. If your wheelchair accessible vans don’t meet AODA standards, that’s a serious problem. It means […]
How Much Does it Cost to Own a Wheelchair Van for 1 Year?

In this article, you’ll learn a general estimation from MoveMobility industry experts on how much it costs to own a wheelchair van for one year.
What Should You Do With an Unused Wheelchair Van?

Ever feel a little stuck looking at an unused wheelchair van in your parking lot? Maybe it served its purpose for a time, but now your needs have changed. The van’s still in good condition, but it isn’t being used anymore. That’s frustrating, especially when you think about how much planning and funding went into […]
Is Training Included with My Van Purchase? Here’s What to Expect

20% of Canadians live with a disability, and many of these folks rely on wheelchair accessible vans to get to appointments, community programs, and daily activities. So when you’re looking at a wheelchair van purchase, you might wonder, is training included with my van purchase? It’s a fair question because these vehicles might be confusing […]