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A Button Aid being used to button up a shirt.

MMC Device Roundup: Arthritis Awareness Month 2024

September 5, 2024

Did you know that September is Arthritis Awareness Month in Canada? According to Arthritis Canada, approximately six million Canadians are affected by arthritis. Many of the devices in our library are designed for people with arthritis. Here’s a look at some of our favourites.

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Isaac Makes a Difference With Assistive Technology

August 22, 2024

We’ve recently had the chance to host a build event in Summerside, PEI, with the help of Isaac, a student who’s been doing some amazing things in the field of assistive technology.

A felting needle holder.

MMC Device Roundup: August 2024

August 8, 2024

We’re going to look at some of the new devices in our Assistive Device Library. In today’s Device Roundup, up first is the Felting Needle Holder, a simple 3D printed device that makes it easier to do needle felting for people with limited hand strength and/or dexterity.

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GAME Checkpoint: Movement Centre of Manitoba

August 8, 2024

We recently welcomed our ninth GAME Checkpoint, the Movement Centre of Manitoba. Based in Winnipeg, the Movement Centre specializes in conductive education rehabilitation, working with clients of all ages with neurological motor disorders to learn skills and functions that can be used in everyday life.

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