Assistive Technology

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ReadSpeaker TextAid – An Online Reading and Writing Suite

September 26, 2025

ReadSpeaker TextAid is a reading, writing, and studying literacy support tool that is absolutely packed with helpful features. It is a web-based browser extension, and it is available for Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, and Opera One.

A young boy plays with bubbles from a switch adapted bubble blower, which is held by a pair of clinicians.

Hacking for the Holidays 2025

September 25, 2025

We’re looking to raise $200,000 to spread the joy of play this holiday season. Every dollar counts — many battery-operated toys can be adapted with just $5 of parts, while $60 can cover the whole cost of a toy and switch. This year, give the gift of play.

WorkBC Assistive Technology Services participant Deborah.

“My New Hearing Aids Are Making a World of Difference”

September 24, 2025

Deborah works at an airport. “Accurate hearing is imperative in performing my duties,” she shares. “I am affected by age-related mild to moderate hearing loss which was affecting my ability to function as well as is needed in my day-to-day duties at work.”

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Blitzit: A Productivity and Pomodoro App

September 19, 2025

Productivity apps are great because they are useful to pretty much anyone who is of school age or older. Whether you are a student, or a working professional, you’re going to have lots of things happening in both your personal and work life that you’ll need to keep track of.

Images of the GAME Kit, featuring joysticks, switches, and the GAME Kit guides. Text: GAME Kit - Adaptive Gaming Essentials.

GAME Kits Now Available to Order

September 18, 2025

Our Makers Making Change program is excited to launch the GAME Kit, a new initiative to expand accessible gaming across Canada. This versatile kit contains adaptive gaming gear and an easy-to-follow guide to help your organization set up engaging adaptive gaming showcases. Choose from three tiers to meet your specific needs.

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