When Is On-Demand Accessible Transit Needed?
On-demand accessible transit is often needed when fixed-route systems and taxis can’t reliably serve all residents, especially in smaller cities with limited budgets. In Corner Brook, switching to an on-demand accessible van reduced evening and weekend transit costs by 80% while restoring independence for residents who hadn’t left home in years. This interview explains how […]
What Is Wheelchair Van Ridership and How Do You Determine the Need?
How many people in Canadian communities skip medical visits or stay isolated because there’s no easy way to get around? That’s what wheelchair van ridership is all about. In Ontario alone, over 1.85 million people live with mobility disabilities. Many face bigger health problems and feel cut off from daily life without the right transportation. […]
What Is the From the Ground Up Grant Opportunity in Manitoba?
Helping people in your community is one of the best things you can do. Sometimes, all it takes is a little bit of help to turn a great idea into something that saves lives or makes every day a bit easier for a neighbour. That’s where the From the Ground Up program comes in. This […]
Universal Motion vs. MoveMobility
22% of Canadians live with a disability. If you’re leading an accessible transportation organization, you probably see the direct impact of this every day. You know the challenge of finding a wheelchair accessible van that actually works for your clients, your budget, and your team. That search might bring you to comparing Universal Motion and […]
5 Common Barriers to Accessibility (and How Wheelchair Vans Break Them)
Have you ever seen someone struggle to get to a doctor’s visit or the grocery store? Across Canada, barriers to accessibility stop people with disabilities from living full, independent lives. For groups like yours, it’s hard to see. You want to help people stay connected, but when transportation isn’t accessible, that’s tough to do. Missed […]
(Video) Manual vs Powered Ramps: What’s the Real Difference?
Choosing between manual vs powered wheelchair ramps isn’t about which option is newer or more advanced, it’s about reliability, safety, and how your vehicle is actually used. Transit-grade ramps are typically rated for around 10,000 cycles, but factors like climate, maintenance, and daily use can dramatically affect performance. In this video, we break down the […]
What Is the Dialysis Patient Transport Van?
Did you know that in 2023 alone, more than 50,000 Canadians were living with kidney failure, and many needed dialysis three times a week? That’s hours spent at clinics, with travel adding even more stress. If you help patients get there, you know the challenge. Many are seniors or people using wheelchairs. Without dependable rides, […]
Do High-Capacity Wheelchair Van HVAC Systems Cool Vans Better?
Ever stepped into a parked van in July in Winnipeg or Calgary? It feels like opening an oven door. Now imagine that heat inside a wheelchair van full of passengers. Standard wheelchair van HVAC systems can handle mild days, but in southern Ontario, Alberta, or Manitoba summers, the heat can quickly push those systems past […]
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