We use technology, knowledge and passion to empower Canadians with disabilities.
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We research and develop assistive devices that give people with disabilities greater control over their lives.
We have built a strong international reputation for our work in creating technologies and solutions to enable people with disabilities to achieve their potential.
Since our inception, we have been providing volunteer-driven computer skills tutoring.
The knowledge and skills to use a computer can greatly improve independence, access to resources, and connections with family and friends for a person with a disability.
We assist our clients in developing the skills they need to achieve their employment goals.
We work with both individuals and employers to find a suitable career for each of our clients.
We are the Canadian leader in Assistive Technology, from innovation right through to trialing and implementation.
We find the most effective ergonomic or assistive technology solutions to target each individual’s specific needs.
We are a partner of choice for government and industry decision makers who share our passion for making Canada more accessible for all.
Through our collaborations, we can do more to empower people with disabilities.
We’re excited to share our special NAAW presentation videos with you. Primarily geared towards school aged children, they are available to stream starting today. Feel free to watch an English or French video at a time that works best for your schedule. It’s a flexible resource designed to fit into your week.
For many students, organizing information can be just as challenging as learning it. Between lecture notes, assignment deadlines, brainstorming sessions, and studying for exams, it is easy to become overwhelmed by scattered ideas and disconnected information. That is where the SimpleMind app can be especially useful. Designed as a mind mapping and visual organization tool, SimpleMind helps users turn thoughts into structured, easy-to-follow visual diagrams.
Linda (pictured in the middle with WorkBC Assistive Technology Services staff members Joanna and Andleeb) works part-time as a visitation assistant at a funeral home.
There are three ways for individuals, schools, communities, and workplaces across Canada to participate in NAAW, and you’re welcome to choose any or all of these self-directed activities. No matter how you choose to take part, you’ll be helping us spread awareness of accessibility and disability inclusion.
Our Distance Computer Comfort program offers free online computer, tablet, and smartphone tutoring. Last year, we supported nearly 100 people across nine provinces and territories in building their practical computer skills. Participants worked one-on-one with volunteers to improve confidence with everyday technology, including email, documents, and online services.
Neil Squire respectfully acknowledges that we do our work on the traditional and ancestral territories of Indigenous Peoples who are stewards of these lands, colonially known as Canada, since time immemorial. Indigenous lands across Canada are either self-governed by First Nations under modern treaty, unceded and surrendered territories, or traditional territories from which they have been displaced. We are grateful to be living and working on this land.
Our physical head office is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples, specifically the territories of the Kwikwetlem, xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations.
