Today, our Employer Outreach Developer Nate Toevs attended the Burnaby Board of Trade Lunar New Year Luncheon.

With support from Google.org, we're making Blockly (a block-coding app) more accessible, and you can help! We are looking for screen reader users or AT professionals who can provide feedback through user testing session. Compensation will be provided to testers. Sign up by Feb 28: buff.ly/VxmXXRH

BURNABY: We need your old computer! Our Computer Refurbishing program provides refurbished computers to people with disabilities who otherwise couldn’t afford one. (Donated computers must be able to run Windows 11). Donate today: buff.ly/tLH1AMa

BURNABY: Join WorkBC Assistive Technology Services for an in-person Lunch and Learn at our Burnaby office on February 19th! #WorkBCATS

“I would like to thank the Assistive Technology Services program [. . .] for helping me improve the quality of my work and my self-confidence. I believe this is a very helpful initiative that benefits us all.” #WorkBCATS

“It helped our students see that there are different ways to give back to their community and to be a volunteer." In December, 350 students at West Bedford School in Bedford, NS worked together to adapt over 60 toys and build 200 switches for children with disabilities. Read story: buff.ly/k8ZOtFU

Yesterday, Case Manager Kylah Maher and Junior Job Developer Kameron Haynes attended the career fair at St Thomas University to share information about our employment programs with students. #NeilSquire #CreativeEmploymentOptions #Empower3D #Outreach #Youth #Disability

In today’s workplace, digital literacy — being able to use a computer, knowing how to use email and navigate the internet — is a must. Often, the first step to achieving employment is ensuring your digital literacy skills are up to par. Read more: buff.ly/KFbsp1C

#TechTuesday: Our AT Help Desk team looks at CanPlan, a step-by-step photo-reminder/planner app designed specifically with people who have cognitive challenges in mind, offering a way to complete everyday activities by breaking them down into clear, manageable steps. Read more: buff.ly/3byyrGA

REGINA: Join us for our Swing into Spring Princess Ball fundraising event in Regina on March 14th. Tickets can be purchased at: swingintospring2026.eventbrite.ca [1/2]

Secondary school aged students have a fun opportunity to attend Neil Squire's AT Summit! While conference requires paid registration, youth can attend the "Build Your Own AT" session free of charge. 📅 Thurs, Feb 19 from 9-11:30am EST 📍 Moncton, NB (in person) ➡️ Register: buff.ly/nlfXDxH

Yesterday, Creative Employment Options Career Facilitator Sandra Grib (left in the group photo) and National Program Manager Patty Lavakittichaiyant (second from right) visited Emploi Colombie-Britannique, a Francophone employment centre, and gave a presentation on our programs.

Une énorme merci à tous les exposants et fournisseurs qui se sont inscrits au Sommet TA ! Cet événement n’aurait pas été possible sans vous, et nous avons hâte de vous y retrouver ! Inscrivez-vous : www.atsummit.ca

Shoutout to all of the vendors who’ve signed on for the AT Summit! We couldn’t do this event without you, and we can’t wait to see you there! Register to attend: www.atsummit.ca

Our friends at Technology for Living have funding to provide youth with disabilities in #BritishColumbia (aged 9 to 18) with automatic door openers through their Youth Assistive Technology initiative. Apply here: buff.ly/mFsGURR

“With the supports in place, I was able to complete my training and prepare for a transition into a new career field. I am now actively pursuing employment and continuing to build skills through ongoing job search and professional development activities.” #WorkBCATS

Our AT Specialist Joel Couture is at the St Thomas University Accessibility Resource Fair in New Brunswick today sharing information about assistive technology and our services. #NeilSquire #AssistiveTechnology #ATHelpDesk #CreativeEmploymentOptions #Outreach

Our employment programs work in collaboration with programs across our five areas of focus — Innovation, Digital Literacy, Employment, Assistive Technology, and Collaboration — to ensure that our participants have the skills and access to technology to thrive in the workplace. Read: buff.ly/7uHY4uZ

Did you know you can #volunteer to #3dPrint device components to support our build events in Canada? Choose from over a dozen parts, and print as little or as many as you wish! Sign up to be a MMC 3D Printer today: buff.ly/Egk3nvw

#TechTuesday: On the latest episode of our AT Help Desk podcast, “We Have Solutions,” we review the Youlearn.ai app as well as Dragon Anywhere Mobile, and discuss the upcoming AT Summit taking place in February. Listen: buff.ly/tgcXy1V #NeilSquire #ATHelpDesk #Podcast #AssistiveTechnology

Distance Training Coordinator Gordon Watt (behind the camera) and Special Education Assistant Rose Sheikh-Bahaie attended a Transition Fair at Magee Secondary School last week to share info about our programs. #DistanceComputerComfort #Empower3D #CreativeEmploymentOptions #MakersMakingChange

Looking for a job can be especially challenging for people with disabilities, particularly when many opportunities are never advertised publicly. In our next CEO webinar, we’ll explore practical strategies for tapping into the hidden job market. Join us on Feb 10 at 10 am PST: ow.ly/NWOI50Y4Yox

“Everyone at Neil Squire was kind, thoughtful, and always ready to lend a hand,” shares Lex, an Empower3D participant. Learn more about our Empower3D employment program for youth with disabilities (ages 15-30): www.neilsquire.ca/empower3D

With the help of our Creative Employment Options program, Ceinwen found meaningful work at a local non-profit. Read more: www.neilsquire.ca/ceinwens-har... #NeilSquire #CreativeEmploymentOptions #Disability #Employment

We had a blast running a GAME Checkpoint Power Up Session at G.F. Strong Rehabilitation Centre yesterday. Clinicians "leveled-up" their #AdaptiveGaming knowledge with the latest in software and hardware innovations.

Our Assistive Technology and Learning Disability Specialist Serge Lavoie is at the CLAIR 2026 education conference in Edmundston, New Brunswick today.

BURNABY: Recently got a new computer, and don’t know what to do with your old one? Donate it! We urgently need computers capable of running Windows 11 to give to people with disabilities who couldn’t otherwise afford one. Donate today: www.neilsquire.ca/getinvolved/...

“I am very grateful that this service is available,” shares Theresa. “[It’s] night and day improvement. When I got the hearing aids, I was amazed at how much sound I was missing.” #WorkBCATS

On the tails of our 2025 Year In Review, we reflected on our #HackingForTheHolidays season. We owe a huge thanks to each and every one of you — our volunteers, community, and supporters — we couldn’t have done it without you! Read more: buff.ly/6CrzQL3

With so many different specialties working under the same roof at Neil Squire, our participants are ensured to get well-rounded service. Read our latest article on how our in-house team of occupational therapists and assistive technology specialists remain on the cutting edge of AT: buff.ly/NdBgeZ2

Notre horaire de présentations est maintenant publié ! Découvrez le contenu et les connaissances incroyables en TA à venir au Sommet TA ! Nous avons hâte de vous ! Consultez les mises a jour de l'horaire et inscrivez-vous : www.atsummit.ca

Our presentation schedule is now live! Check out the amazing AT content and knowledge coming to AT Summit. We can’t wait to see you there! Check out the updated schedule and register to attend: www.atsummit.ca

#TechTuesday: Our AT Help Desk team looks at YouLearn.ai, an AI-powered study platform that helps users learn from their own materials in more flexible and accessible ways. Read more: buff.ly/nWka9zf #NeilSquire #ATHelpDesk #AssistiveTechnology #DigitalLiteracy

On Wednesday, our Employer Outreach Developer Nate Toevs spoke to FDU Vancouver students on networking for an FDU Vancouver Career Services Career Ready event.

2025 was a record breaking year for us! In all, we delivered 6,528 devices to people with disabilities, and hosted 397 events engaging 12,294 volunteers. Take a look at our highlights from last year: buff.ly/luUJsyD

REGINA: Join us for our sixth annual Swing into Spring Princess Ball fundraising event on March 14th, 2026! Spend an afternoon with your favourite storybook Princes and Princesses and support people with disabilities in Regina. Get your tickets: buff.ly/c0EPSuY #Regina #PrincessBall #YQR

“[It’s] wonderful. I can hear so well. I can communicate well with my students that I assist, as well as [. . .] with the staff that I work with,” Sophie says. #WorkBCATS

“Our goal is to identify trends where technology is leaving people with disabilities behind.” Read our latest article on our Research and Development team, an emphasis on research in action, and the importance of influencing accessibility on a broader scale: www.neilsquire.ca/research-in-...

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

“Since receiving hearing aids, my ability to perform my job has improved significantly. I am now able to understand conversations more accurately and consistently across all work settings.” #WorkBCATS

BC Residents: Join Nate for a virtual lunch and learn this Thursday (January 15th) and learn all about WorkBC Assistive Technology Services.

Staff across all Neil Squire departments work together to provide personalized, practical support to all of our participants. Read our latest article on the importance of collaboration across our programs: buff.ly/UKZmKSF #NeilSquire #Collaboration #MakersMakingChange #Solutions #HearingSolutions

#TechTuesday: Our AT Help Desk team looks at Dragon Anywhere Mobile, a voice powered dictation app that lets you create and edit documents by speaking instead of typing. Read more: buff.ly/bgtzSNj #NeilSquire #ATHelpDesk #AssistiveTechnology #Apps #DigitalLiteracy

“One of our core values is ‘nothing for us without us,’ that’s front and centre for our entire team. [. . .] Every step along the way, we’re considering the end user and having real people engaged in the process.” Read our latest article on one-off customization and fabrication: buff.ly/Uow1mME

Through #WorkBCATS, Aaron, who has hearing loss and severe tinnitus, got the hearing aid he needs for work. “The process was very streamlined and quick,” he shares. “Everyone I talked to at ATS was extremely responsive and helpful. [. . .] The team made it feel easy. Thanks everyone!”

In our next Creative Employment Options webinar, we’ll look at wellness for job seekers with disabilities and share practical strategies to help you thrive as you move forward in your career, all while keeping your well-being a top priority. Join us on Jan 13 at 10 am PST. Register: buff.ly/oLyQZ0Q

“The accommodations greatly improved my ability to hear the spoken word and enhanced my performance in interviews, both in-person and online,” Susan explains. “The program is a huge boon to anyone who has experienced a disability such as mine.” #WorkBCATS

Priscilla, who is five years old, received an adapted paint spinner from our #HackingForTheHolidays campaign. The adapted paint spinner allowed Priscilla to press a switch to paint Christmas ornaments for her family. Read Priscilla's story: buff.ly/as4EahE Donate: buff.ly/c0C5QLi

Do you live in the Lower Mainland and have an old laptop or desktop computer you no longer use? Donate it! Our Computer Refurbishing program provides donated computers to people with disabilities. (Computers must be able to run Windows 11). Donate: buff.ly/wETGB16

#TechTuesday: Our AT Help Desk team looks at Jamie, an AI meeting assistant that turns any conversation into clear notes, transcripts, and action items. Read more: athelpdesk.org/jamie-an-ai-... #NeilSquire #ATHelpDesk #AssistiveTechnology #DigitalLiteracy