Do you want $3,000 to purchase a 3D printer and make your community more accessible? A new round of funding for our #ClubsThatCare micro-grants has opened for the 2026-2027 cycle. Apply today! buff.ly/WmnLn4m

A great PSA by our friends at the Developmental Disabilities Association. Watch this!

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Margaret says she would “without a doubt” recommend WorkBC Assistive Technology Services. “Thank you so much, this is an amazing program, and I am so grateful.” #WorkBCATS

We will be hosting a #NationalVolunteerWeek webinar on April 21 at 10 am PT, where we will explore how volunteering can strengthen your résumé, build confidence, and help you connect with organizations and mentors. Register for the webinar: buff.ly/47pl8Nz #NeilSquire #NVW2026 #IgniteVolunteerism

Paula says she recommends WorkBC Assistive Technology Services to others, particularly praising the service she received from staff. “Everyone I dealt with was amazing. Easy to deal with and helpful with any questions I had,” she explains. #WorkBCATS

Last Wednesday, Terry Terbasket and Mindy Rollins from our Penticton Office attended the WorkBC Oliver Job Fair at SenPokChin Elementary School, held in partnership with the Osoyoos Indian Band. #NeilSquire #CreativeEmploymentOptions #FootprintsCentre #Outreach

#TechTuesday: In the latest episode of the “We Have Solutions” podcast, our AT Help Desk team does a complete overview of all the accessibility features that iOS 26 has to offer. Listen: buff.ly/q4BzFCK #NeilSquire #ATHelpDesk #AssistiveTechnology #DigitalLiteracy

BURNABY: Have an old computer lying around that you no longer use? We need it! Our Computer Refurbishing program has an urgent need for computers capable of running Windows 11 so that we can donate them to people with disabilities that otherwise couldn’t afford one. Donate today: buff.ly/EPlY377

Merci à tous ceux qui ont contribué au succès de notre premier Sommet AT. Organisé les 18 et 19 février à Moncton, au Nouveau-Brunswick, il a réuni plus de 160 participants du Canada et d'ailleurs. En savoir plus : buff.ly/GSRs96u

Thank you to everyone who made our first AT Summit such a success. Held from February 18th to 19th in Moncton, New Brunswick, we had over 160 participants join us from Canada and beyond. Read more: buff.ly/GSRs96u

We're hiring for a Bilingual Digital Literacy Specialist & Assistive Technology Facilitator in New Brunswick. Apply: buff.ly/6fGcwZF Nous recrutons un spécialiste en littératie numérique et facilitateur-trice en technologie d’assistance au Nouveau-Brunswick. Appliquer : buff.ly/6fGcwZF

“Fortunately, [the new] hearing aids now help me a lot, allowing me to talk to people and greatly assisting me at work,” Sara shares. “It's definitely much better than before. I can hear clearly and it's more convenient for me to work.” #WorkBCATS

After having to leave a career in construction, Mike joined our Creative Employment Options program. Through the program, he's found a full-time job where he can develop the skills he needs to realize his goal of starting his own business. Read more: www.neilsquire.ca/creative-emp...

#TechTuesday: Chromebooks come packed with accessibility features. Our AT Help Desk team has made a guide on how to enable and use these features, as well as provide users with some handy keyboard shortcuts. Read more: buff.ly/CsrvyA7 #NeilSquire #ATHelpDesk #AssistiveTechnology #Accessibility

On Thursday, we were thrilled to welcome Wade Chang, MP for Burnaby Central, to our Burnaby Office, and were honoured to receive a certificate of recognition. He got to see firsthand the impact of our employment programs like CEO and Empower3D, hearing from participants like Narada. [1/2]

Yesterday, Terry Terbasket and Mindy Rollins from our Penticton Office attended the Start Here Penticton Job Fair and had a great time connecting with local job seekers and businesses. #NeilSquire #Outreach #CreativeEmploymentOptions #Employment #Penticton

🥳🎉 We've hit a milestone — 25,000 assistive devices delivered to persons with disabilities across the world! It’s an amazing milestone, and we couldn’t have done it without our volunteers, device users, donors, and everyone who has supported us over the years. Thank you! Read more: buff.ly/ttmy3dJ

“[They] went above and beyond,” Jody explains. “100% I would recommend [WorkBC Assistive Technology Services]. I already have as a matter of fact.” #WorkBCATS

Through our Creative Employment Options program, Matthew gained the skills and confidence to find a great job with the opportunity to learn and grow in the food service industry, with a goal of working towards a more senior position in the kitchen. Read more: buff.ly/rt2XvYP

#TechTuesday: Our AT Help Desk team looks at SymbolStix Prime, a visual communication and content-creation platform designed to support students who benefit from symbol-supported learning. Read more: buff.ly/rvLk08P #NeilSquire #ATHelpDesk #AssistiveTechnology #DigitalLiteracy #Learning #AAC

Last Wednesday, our Creative Employment Options team attended the "A Path Forward" Transition Fair for youth with disabilities at Burnaby Central Secondary. First photo left to right from our team: Case Manager, William Wong, Practicum Student Sean, and Job Developer Enrique Vazquez.

“Work hard, do good.” — Bill Cameron Today, we remember our founder Bill Cameron, who passed away on this day in 1993. Having initially set out to help his cousin Neil Squire (our namesake) communicate easier with assistive technology, the work soon grew to help others with disabilities. [1/2]

BURNABY: We're hiring! We're looking for an Audiology Assistant for our Hearing Solutions program in Burnaby, BC. Apply today: www.neilsquire.ca/getinvolved/... #NeilSquire #Hiring #Employment #HearingSolutions #Audiology #Burnaby

“It really is the job that I dreamed of.” Today, Melanie's career in academia is thriving — she’s an assistant professor at the Memorial University of Newfoundland — and she attributes much of her success to the digital skills she learned in Distance Computer Comfort. Read more: buff.ly/i7YaapT

Our Prairie Region Solutions team is at the @uregina.bsky.social today for the Kinesiology and Health Studies Career Fair. They're sharing info about the programs Neil Squire offers and our fieldwork placement opportunities. #NeilSquire #Solutions #CreativeEmploymentOptions #MakersMakingChange

Ahead of our Prairie Regional Office's Swing Into Spring Princess Ball fundraiser on Saturday in Regina, we want to give a huge thanks to our generous sponsors!

Having already noticed a big difference on the job and interacting with her clients, Laura recommends WorkBC Assistive Technology Services to others in need. “Since I’ve been wearing my hearing aids, I can hear myself more clearly.” #WorkBCATS

BC residents:

“It's just a great way for [students] to give back." Students at Abbey Park High School in Oakville, ON built more than 80 devices as part of our Hacking for the Holidays campaign. All the toys and switches were donated to SickKids Foundation in time for the holidays. Read more: buff.ly/AiB1Nhe

VICTORIA: We're hiring! We're looking for a Case Manager for our employment program in Victoria, BC. Apply today: www.neilsquire.ca/getinvolved/... #NeilSquire #Hiring #Employment #CreativeEmploymentOptions #Victoria

#TechTuesday: Our AT Help Desk team looks at News2you, an app which transforms weekly world and community news into engaging, student-friendly materials that support a wide range of learning abilities. Read more: buff.ly/PGYnUQN

Our Swing Into Spring Princess Ball is sold out! Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket, and thank you to all of our sponsors and everyone who has donated. We can't wait to see you on March 14th!

It's International Women's Day! On Friday, our Ottawa office attended an event celebrating the day at their office building, the Rideau Community Hub, organized by the Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre. They had so much fun meeting community members, playing bingo, singing, and dancing.

Rebecca (name changed to protect privacy) is a young songwriter who is passionate about the arts. She has cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy, and uses a wheelchair. Through our Creative Employment Options program, she found a work placement with the Ryga Arts Festival. Read more: buff.ly/UYxYhrR

“Communication is easier, and I feel noticeably more aware of my surroundings. I feel less distracted as being more audibly aware means I can direct my attention where I need it. I’m more confident in working safely with others and in noisy environments.” #WorkBCATS

Our Prairie Regional Office has been busy getting the raffle prizes ready for our Swing Into Spring Princess Ball fundraiser on March 14th in Regina. Here's Regional Director Nikki Langdon amidst all the prizes. Tickets are going fast! You can purchase them at: swingintospring2026.eventbrite.ca

Struggling to open small caps and lids? The Tube Opener makes life easier in a pinch. It's especially handy for those with limited hand strength or dexterity. Download the free STL file, or click "Create Request" and one of our volunteers will 3D print one for you: buff.ly/aDyJtdd

Today, we're at the Rehab Equipment Expo at the Richmond Olympic Oval. Here's Special Education Assistant Rose Sheikh-Bahaie from our Distance Computer Comfort team at our booth. #NeilSquire #DistanceComputerComfort #Solutions #DigitalLiteracy #CreativeEmploymentOptions #Disability #Outreach

#TechTuesday: In this episode of our AT Help Desk podcast, “We Have Solutions,” Seaver Stafford is joined by Nakia Singh. They talk about the AT Summit, Legere Reading App, and the 1X NEO home robot. Listen: buff.ly/9JnByvA #NeilSquire #ATHelpDesk #AssistiveTechnology #Solutions #DigitalLiteracy

Interviews can be stressful for anyone, and even more so for people with disabilities who may worry about how to discuss accommodations or address potential biases. In our latest CEO webinar, we’ll provide tips to help you present yourself effectively and with confidence. Register: buff.ly/776v63W

On Thursday morning, our Distance Training Coordinator Gordon Watt and Special Education Assistant Rose Sheikh-Bahaie did a virtual talk for a group at the Communitas Supportive Care Society in Abbotsford on AI and how to use it safely, and shared information about Distance Computer Comfort.

We need your help to make Blockly (a block-coding app) more accessible. We are looking for people who use screen readers to participate in user testing, the deadline to sign up has been extended to March 6, 2026.

As Canada's largest accessible gaming program, we're proud to support gamers, clinical centres, educational groups, and disability organizations along their adaptive gaming journey: buff.ly/ClXUgU5

Yesterday, our Prairie Region Solutions team did a presentation on AT made to help people with fine motor disabilities for a local Regina non-profit. Left to right: Keara, University Fieldwork Student; Amanda, Assistive Technology Specialist; and Chelsea, Prairie Region Solutions Manager.

“I am able to work faster and am making fewer mistakes. I spend millions of dollars a year on ad space for my clients, so precision is quite important! I would lose clients if I kept making mistakes due to not being able to see the screen effectively.” #WorkBCATS

"As a person with a disability and wheelchair user myself, I know firsthand how expensive [assistive tech] can be." With help from the #ClubsThatCare micro-grant, Nico, who has cerebral palsy, ran a workshop with his school to adapt toys and build switches Read: buff.ly/vVVlLDh

Last week, staff from Makers Making Change, Technology For Living, and Cerebral Palsy Association of BC delivered some adaptive gaming devices to the Ronald McDonald House.

REGINA: Swing into Spring with us on March 14th, 2026, at our sixth annual Princess Ball fundraising event! Spend an afternoon with your favourite storybook Princes and Princesses and support people with disabilities in Regina. Purchase your tickets today: swingintospring2026.eventbrite.ca [1/2]

Our free Creative Employment Options program will help you develop the skills needed to achieve your employment goals. Call 1 877 673 4636, email [email protected], or visit: www.neilsquire.ca/ceo/ #NeilSquire #CreativeEmploymentOptions #Employment #Disability