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Services
We’re a self-funded nonprofit based at the University of Victoria, a trusted partner of the federal government, and many of us have lived experiences of disability. When you hire CanAssist, you invest in the community.
Assistive technology
We've delivered thousands of technologies schools, homes, and workplaces. Whether it's to support learning, get back to work, or enjoy your favourite activity again, our engineering team can create solutions to overcome almost any barrier.
Custom assistive technology
We engineer, research, design, and adapt technology for overcome barriers that no off-the-shelf product can.
Accessible employment
Employment services for people with disabilities and employers know that inclusive teams are stronger.
Web & digital accessibility
We can make your website and digital tools work for eveyone, from a full accessibility overhaul to a few impactful tweaks.
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Website accessibility audit
Fix the issues preventing your audience from reaching you, in alignment with WCAG and tested by people who use assistive technology.
Accessibility training
We train employers, educators, and anyone on how to support meaningful inclusion and accessibility in any environment.
Accessibility in the workplace online course
A self-paced course covering the fundamentals of workplace accessibility. Develop the mindset to support meaningful inclusion.
Disability & accessibility research
We conduct community-led research informed by people who face the barriers we aim to overcome.
Community-based research
Launch a new research initiative in collaboration with the disability community.
Research partnerships
Partner with our UVic-based team on funded research that advances accessibility and inclusion
Accessibility standards consulting
Meet or exceed accessibility standards. Get help with federal and provincial accessibility laws, like the Accessible Canada Act (ACA) or the Accessible B.C. Act.
It takes a village.
Accessibility regulations exist because of the brave people who fought to defend their loved ones, students, employees, patients, and themselves. You want to make your environment accessible not because you're forced to, but because you’re inspired to challenge the status quo.
Charitable registration
# 10816 2470 RR0001