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Access Driver Rehab Specialists

This is the only program in BC that offers a mobile service. They offer Functional Driving Evaluations, Training, and Driver Rehabilitation in either a sedan or high tech (electronic controls) ...

604 263-5218

Accessible Parking Spots in Vancouver

This City of Vancouver webpage shows the location of all the designated accessible parking spaces in Vancouver. If you have a vehicle with a valid SPARC permit, you can park ...

Accessible Sightseeing Information Vancouver

Find out about accessible sightseeing options in the Vancouver area.

Accessible Taxis in BC

Find out which BC communities have accessible taxis.

Accessible Transportation Guides

These new guides from the Canadian Transportation Agency outline the various rights and responsibilities that transportation service providers and people with disabilities have.

Accessible Transportation Vancouver

This document contains information about accessible transportation, including public transportation, in Vancouver.

Adapt Solutions

Adapt Solutions has a variety of products to help people get into and out of vehicles more easily. They have folding transfer boards and a variety of lifts and transfer ...

Alliance Mobility Solutions

Find out about accessories for van conversions in Richmond.

604 370-7004

BC Bus North

Find out about long distance bus travel in Northern BC.

BC Ferries Accessibility

If you have a permanent disability, discount fares are available for you and your escort on BC Ferries.

BC Laws Accessible Taxis

If you're curious about the regulations governing accessible taxis, this site lays out the law in BC.

BC Transit

BC transit coordinates the delivery of public transportation throughout BC (outside the Greater Vancouver Regional District).

250 385-2551

Care & Company

This company provides personal care services, housekeeping, meal prep, and accompanied transportation using a wheelchair accessible vehicle. Serves Vancouver Island.

250 382-2328

Care for a Lift

Find out more about services offered on the Sunshine Coast.

604 747-2273

Coloplast Canada Travelling Information

Use this page to find out more about taking care of your bowel and bladder routines while travelling.

Community Therapists

Contact Community Therapists for a private driving assessment or for a range of other private rehabilitation services.

604-681-9293

Delta Wheelchair Van Rentals

Contact Barb, a person with a spinal cord injury, for more information about renting accessible vans in the Lower Mainland. Vans have side entry and optional swivel seats for driver ...

604 597-3336

Disability Travel Card

Find out how to get a travel card for Via Rail.

Drive Able – driver assessments

The Holy Family Hospital's Drive Able driver rehabilitation service does driver assessments.

604 322-2653

Driver Medical Fitness

Find out more about how fitness to drive is determined in BC.

Driver Rehab

VCH and GF Strong Rehabilitation offer assessments and driver training. To qualify into the program, candidates must be at least 16 years of age and have a physical disability, or ...

604 737-6207

Droplet Camping Trailer

DROPLET trailer is wheelchair-friendly, light weight, and has a sleeping space and kitchenette.

604-729-1761

Dynamic Specialty

Find out about buying a new or used wheelchair accessible bus.

604 882-9333

Electric Alpine Biking

Find out about this e-bike rental and shuttle company that has accessible options.

Enhanced Road Assessment Policy Superintendent of Motor Vehicles

This document outlines the restrictions that may be put on a person’s license based on medical conditions that impact a person’s driving. Common restrictions include the requirement to use a ...

EV Fast Charging Design & Operational Guidelines – BC Hydro

These guidelines include information about making charging stations accessible to people with disabilities.

EZ Lock Docking System for Wheelchair Vans

EZ Lock docking system for wheelchair vans allows a wheelchair user to secure their chair and drive a van while remaining in their wheelchair.

Federal Gas Tax Rebate for People with Disabilities

This application explains the Federal Gas Tax Rebate program, who is eligible and how to submit the application.

Ferry Accessibility Guidelines

The purpose of this code is to improve the accessibility of ferry travel for persons with disabilities and seniors.

Freedom Motors

Freedom Motors converts many types of vehicles in the USA including specialty vehicles like the TP Cruiser and Honda Element .

fuelService App

fuelService is a new free app that helps drivers get full-service gas at self-serve stations

Full Service at Husky Stations

Find gas stations that offer additional services to motorists with disabilities. It’s best to call ahead to ensure that they can offer full service, as this is not a service ...

handyDART Central Fraser Valley

handyDART offers accessible door-to-door service on the public transportation system for people with disabilities.

604 855-0080

handyDART Kamloops

handyDART offers accessible door-to-door service on the public transportation system for people with disabilities.

250 376-7525

handyDART Kelowna

handyDART offers accessible door-to-door service on the public transportation system for people with disabilities.

250 860-8160

handyDART Nanaimo

handyDART offers accessible door-to-door service on the public transportation system for people with disabilities.

250 390-3000

handyDART Prince George

handyDART offers accessible door-to-door service on the public transportation system for people with disabilities.

250 562-1394

handyDART Vancouver

HandyDART offers accessible door-to-door service on the public transportation system for people with disabilities. You must complete an application to access service.

604 575-6600

handyDART Victoria

handyDART offers accessible door-to-door service on the public transportation system for people with disabilities.

250 727-7811

Hope Air

Hope Air is a society that partners with airlines to provide flights for Canadians who could otherwise not afford to get to medical appointments.

ICBC Autoplan Disability Discount

ICBC offers a discount to people with disabilities who have been approved for the Provincial Fuel Gas Tax rebate program.

ICBC Enhanced Care

ICBC has launched Enhanced Care coverage. This new care-based insurance model provides British Columbians who have been injured in a crash on or after May 1, 2021, with access to ...

ICBC Rules for Motorized Wheelchairs

Find out about the rules and responsibilities of those who use power wheelchairs or scooters for transportation in BC.

IFT Inter Facility Transport

Find out about patient transport services in the Okanagan.

250 860-0682

Inspections for Wheelchair-Adapted Vehicles

Though rarely enforced, wheelchair-converted vehicles can be forced to undergo a commercial vehicle inspection to get insurance in BC.

250 952-0577

Intercity Bus Code of Practice

Find out what national standards the intercity bus companies in Canada are expected to meet.

Island Health Travel assistance for non-emergency medical care – wheelchair users transportation

Find out more about Island Health's transportation network supporting people in many rural and remote regions.

JR Rehab Services

Find out about driver evaluation services in Langley.

604 254-0444

List of Companies that Do Vehicle Conversions

This document contains a listing of companies that can convert vehicles for use by someone in a wheelchair.

List of Companies that Rent Accessible Vans in BC

The following are companies that rent accessible vans (with a lift or a ramp) in BC. Some include hand controls in their vehicles but check with each company prior to ...

List of Intercity Transportation in BC

Find out about accessible transportation options in your area.

Mahadev Vans

Find out about buying or renting accessible vehicles.

Medi-Van Canada

This company provides non-emergency wheelchair accessible transport services in the Victoria area.

Meridian Rehabilitation Consulting

Offers functional driving assessments from the main office in Vernon; also has satellite offices in Kamloops, Kelowna, and Penticton.

250 542-3089

Mobility Works Adapted Vehicle Getting Started Guide

This guide is a section of US company Mobility Works 7 Steps to Adapted Vehicle funding. The funding part of this brochure is US based and not of use to ...

Modo Car Sharing

Find out about car sharing with an accessible van.

604 685-1393

Nanaimo and Region Disability Resource Centre

The Nanaimo Disability Resource Centre offers programs to support people with disabilities.

250 758-5547

Northern Health Connections Bus

Find out about this fully accessible transportation option for medical appointments and for wheelchair users in Northern BC.

Parking Charges in BC Communities

Every BC community has different rules for charging people with disabilities for parking. As we learn about the rules in different communities, we will post them here. For information on ...

Parking Mobility

This site has information about how to report and enforce parking violations, including information on mobile apps.

Passenger Terminal Accessibility

The purpose of this Code from the Canadian Transportation Agency is to provide a minimum level of accessibility for passenger terminals across Canada.

People in Motion – Disability Parking Permits

People In Motion works with other permit issuers to ensure alignment of policy, rules and regulations and good communication across the province in support of the individuals who qualify to ...

250 376-7878

People in Motion – Kelowna

People in Motion in Kelowna is a local volunteer driven not-for-profit organization. They provide a variety of recreation and employment programs for people with disabilities.

250 861-3302

Provincial Fuel Tax Rebate Program

Find out whether you can qualify to receive a refund on the provincial fuel tax you pay for your motor vehicle.

1-250-410-0373

Rail Car Accessibility

The Canadian Transportation Agency deals with features to make passenger rail cars more accessible to persons with disabilities.

Removing Communication Barriers for Travellers with Disabilities: Code of Practice

This Code contains accessibility standards developed to improve the communication of transportation-related information for persons with disabilities on a systemic basis as they use the federal transportation network.

Rocky Mountaineer

Covering some of the most beautiful scenery in Canada, these tours are a great way to see the country. See the website for accessibility dimensions and the form to fill ...

604 606-7200

Sidewinder Conversions and Mobility

Vehicle conversions, sales, used vehicles, and rentals.

604 792-2082

Silver Cross Automotive

Silver Cross Automotive is a leading Canadian dealer for accessible transportation including side and rear entry minivans, full-sized wheelchair vans, vehicle lifts and mobility adaptations for all types of vehicles. ...

SPARC BC Parking Pass Application

SPARC BC provides parking permits to individuals in BC who require accessible parking spots.

604 718-7744

Take Charge of Your Travel-A Guide for Persons with Disabilities

This Canadian Transportation Agency guide provides travel information for persons with mobility, sensory and/or cognitive disabilities.

Taxi Saver Program

Many BC communities have taxi saver programs for people with disabilities. These programs allow door-to-door service during hours when handyDART services are not running.

250 995-5618

Temporary TransLink handyDART Application for Visitors

Use this application for temporary access to handyDART while in Greater Vancouver. Applicants will need an address in the region to apply.

604 953-3680

This Rides 4 U

This Rides 4 U is a local specialized service that provides safe, professional wheelchair accessible transportation on Vancouver Island

250 732-5898

TransLink

TransLink is Metro Vancouver’s regional transportation authority, responsible for regional transit, cycling and commuting options.

604 953-3333

TransLink Universal Fare Gate Access Program

Find out how to get a universal card to open fare gates at SkyTrain stations in the Lower Mainland.

604 953-3698

Transportation Checklist

This Canadian Transportation Agency document provides a checklist of things people with disabilities should consider when making reservations to travel.

Travel Companion or Attendant Policies

For passengers who need assistance during flights due to disability, an attendant may be able to travel for the price of the taxes.

Travelling with an Attendant in the Federal Transportation System

This document from the Canadian Transportation Agency is for travellers and carriers to understand the rights and responsibilities of travel for people with disabilities.

UBC Accessibility Shuttle

The UBC Accessibility Shuttle is a shuttle service for people with temporary or permanent conditions that impact mobility.

604 822-9929

Vancouver Island Connector and Tofino Bus

Find out more about the bus routes served by this small but growing bus company on Vancouver Island.

VanWest Charters

Find out how to charter an accessible bus in the Lower Mainland.

604 564-0807

Vehicle Tax Exemption

This BC Ministry of Finance document outlines exemptions on vehicle taxes.

Veigel Hand Controls

Find out about the range of options for hand controls with Veigel.

Via Rail Accessibility

This website outlines accessibility features at Via Rail, both on board the trains, and at stations. Be aware that accessibility varies widely depending on which train route and station you ...

Wheelchair Locking System for Vans

Locking and tie downs for wheelchairs in vans.

YVR Travel Rehearsal Program

The airport rehearsal is designed to help reduce barriers to air travel and to provide a chance for individuals to practice and prepare for their upcoming trip.

604-207-7077

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Choice in Supports for Independent Living (CSIL)

Spinal Cord Injury Research

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Accessible Travel

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