Resource Database

This a list of organizations that may be able to fund equipment purchases for people who are not on an extended medical plan or have expenses that are not covered by their plan. Many, but not all, of these are income-tested. Each one has specific eligibility criteria. You will need to contact each program to find out whether you qualify.

You can also try applying to local service clubs, such as the Lions or Rotary. Call us for more information about clubs in your area or use the links to search for one close to you.

First, this is a general list for BC. Below this list is one for funding sources for children in BC.

GENERAL:

BC Rehab Foundation
4255 Laurel Street
Vancouver BC V5Z 2G9
Ph: 604 737-6383
www.bcrehab.com

Allocates money to organizations serving people with disabilities or to people with disabilities themselves for individual equipment purchase. Application forms are available on the website. Community projects may also be funded. 

Cerebral Palsy Association of BC
330 – 409 Granville St.
Vancouver, BC V6C 1T2
Ph: 604 408-9484
Toll Free: 1 800 663-0004
https://www.bccerebralpalsy.com/programs/equipment-funding-program/

Provides limited funding for children and adults with cerebral palsy in BC.

Crime Victim Assistance
PO Box 5550 Stn. Terminal
Vancouver, BC V6B 1H1
Ph: 604 660-3888
Toll Free: 1 866 660-3888
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/justice/criminal-justice/bcs-criminal-justice-system/if-you-are-a-victim-of-a-crime

May fund equipment and other resources for disability caused directly by crime, including for witnesses.

Dayforce Cares
https://www.dayforcecares.com/ca

Assists with equipment needs, household goods, clothing, and recreation activities.

Keith Howell Mobility Trust
https://www.iamministries.com/keith-howell-mobility-trust

Funds hand controls, spinner knobs, and related adapted driving equipment (does not fund vehicle lifts). Applicants must have a letter of support from their church in order to qualify. 

Kinsman Foundation of BC and Yukon
http://www.kinsmenfoundationofbc.ca/

Provides funding for assistive devices for adults with physical disabilities and funds a number of other programs, including those for Cystic Fibrosis. Does not fund vehicle conversions.

MS Canada
https://mscanada.ca/quality-of-life-equipment-program

Operates an income-tested equipment purchasing program for people with MS.

Muscular Dystrophy Canada
https://muscle.ca/services-support/personal-support-program/equipment-program/

Equipment loan program and some financial assistance for purchasing equipment.

Veterans Affairs Canada
http://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/

Equipment and other benefits for veterans and their families.

War Amps of Canada
www.waramps.ca

A useful resource for those who have lost limbs, including financial assistance.

Lions Clubs BC
https://directory.lionsclubs.org/?language=EN

Find your nearest Lions Club in BC  

Rotary Clubs BC
https://www.rotary.org/en/search/club-finder

Find your nearest Rotary Club in BC.

Red Cross Equipment Loan Program
http://www.redcross.ca/in-your-community/british-columbia-and-yukon/health-equipment-loans

Find information and contacts for the equipment loan program in BC. Includes short term loans; longer term loans may be available under certain circumstances.

FOR CHILDREN

BC Lions Society for Children with Disabilities
3981 Oak Street
Vancouver, B.C. V6H 4H5
Ph: 604-873-1865
Toll Free: 1-800-818-4483
https://www.eastersealsbcy.ca/lionsclubs/

Provides services for children and youth with physical and/or mental disabilities, including accommodation, equipment purchase, and camps.

Cerebral Palsy Association of BC
330 – 409 Granville St.
Vancouver, BC V6C 1T2
Ph: 604 408-9484
Toll Free: 1 800 663-0004
https://www.bccerebralpalsy.com/programs/equipment-funding-program/

Provides limited funding for children and adults with cerebral palsy in BC.

CKNW Orphan’s Fund
7850 Enterprise St.
Burnaby BC V5A 1V7
Ph: 604 331-2711
http://www.cknwkidsfund.com

Assists individual families and local organizations with funding for children who have disabilities, including specialized medical equipment. 

Gizeh Shriners of BC and Yukon
102 – 4238 Lozells Ave.
Burnaby, BC V5A 0C4
Ph: 604 291-7707
Toll Free: 1 800-661-5437
https://bcshriners.com/what-we-do/patient-services/

Offers medical transportation and medical support to children with disabilities.

Variety the Children’s Charity
4300 Still Creek Drive
Burnaby BC V5C 6C6
Ph: 604 320-0505
Toll Free: 1 800 381-2040
https://www.variety.bc.ca/support/

Funds wheelchairs and other equipment, therapy, and educational, social and recreational opportunities for children with disabilities.

War Amps of Canada
Toll Free: 1 800 267-4023
www.waramps.ca

Financial assistance for prosthetic limbs and recreational devices.

Lions Clubs BC
https://directory.lionsclubs.org/?language=EN

Find your nearest Lions Club in BC

Rotary Clubs BC
https://www.rotary.org/en/search/club-finder

Find your nearest Rotary Club in BC.