Ressources pour personnes handicapées au Canada
Trouvez des organismes pour personnes handicapées, des programmes, de l'aide financière, des mesures d'accessibilité, des ressources en emploi, des technologies d'assistance et des services pour proches aidants disponibles où vous vivez. Accessible Compass répertorie des ressources locales et provinciales ainsi que des organismes à l'échelle du Canada.
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Confédération des organismes de personnes handicapées du Québec (COPHAN)
COPHAN is a Quebec coalition of community organizations that advocates for the rights of people with functional limitations and their families. It draws on the expertise of people with disabilities to inform recommendations to government and advance accessibility and inclusion in Quebec.
Branché sur le succès de Rogers
Rogers' Connected for Success program (successor to Shaw's Internet for Good) provides low-cost home internet to low-income households, including those receiving disability benefits such as ODSP, BC PWD, AISH, and similar programs. Available in Rogers service areas.
Vie autonome (VA) Canada
National network of Independent Living centres providing peer support, information & referral, personal development, and independent living skills training for people with disabilities.
Access Pro Bono
Free legal services for low-income BC residents, including disability benefit appeals, human rights complaints, and access-to-justice programs.
Autism Canada
National organization supporting autistic people and their families with resources, support, and education. Formed in 2015 through the merger of Autism Society Canada and Autism Canada Foundation.
Spinal Cord Injury Ontario
Peer support, advocacy, housing resources, equipment loans, and community programs for people with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities in Ontario.
Association canadienne de sports pour paralytiques cérébraux
National organization supporting sport, fitness, and recreation for Canadians with cerebral palsy and related conditions. Find local clubs and programs.
Carers Canada
National coalition supporting family caregivers of people with disabilities and chronic conditions, through advocacy, resources, and connections to caregiver programs and peer support.
NEAFAN — North East Alberta FASD Network
NEAFAN (North East Alberta Fetal Alcohol Network) is one of twelve FASD Service Networks in Alberta, set up to enhance FASD services and supports for those affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and their caregivers. NEAFAN operates within the Wood Buffalo Municipal Area including Fort McMurray and surrounding communities.
DTC Help by BJ Clancy
DTC Help by BJ Clancy is an independent Facebook resource focused on Canada's Disability Tax Credit (DTC). In addition to sharing information and answering questions about the DTC, BJ Clancy can help people understand and work through the DTC application forms and process. The page also provides a space for people to ask questions and discuss their experiences with the Disability Tax Credit. Independent resource. Not affiliated with the Canada Revenue Agency or the Government of Canada.
RDSP Connect
RDSP Connect is a private service that helps people understand Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) eligibility and navigate the RDSP process. Services include a free consultation to review eligibility, help completing the documentation to open an RDSP, and ongoing support with planning contributions and investments with the goal of maximizing Canada Disability Savings Grants and Bonds. Each year, RDSP Connect reviews the client's Grant and Bond Entitlement Statement with them, and can point people to resources for Disability Tax Credit (DTC) questions. RDSP Connect is not a government service and is not affiliated with the Government of Canada or with Accessible Compass. This listing is for information only — it is not an endorsement, and Accessible Compass does not guarantee any outcome, including DTC or RDSP approval or any financial result.
Slinn Tax
Slinn Tax provides virtual tax services with a focus on Canadians who have been approved for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC). The service offers reviews of DTC-approved tax years to help identify potentially missed tax credits, deductions, benefits, adjustments, and eligible family transfers. Slinn Tax also provides personal income tax preparation and disability-related tax resources. Slinn Tax is an independent, third-party tax service — it is not a government program and is not an Accessible Compass service. Accessible Compass does not provide, endorse, or guarantee the professional services offered by this provider.
Voice of Albertans with Disabilities (VAD)
VAD is a provincial non-profit organization that supports individuals with disabilities in Alberta through advocacy, public education, and resources. It works with individuals, organizations, government, schools, and businesses to promote accessibility and inclusion for Albertans with disabilities.
Indigenous Disability Canada / BC Aboriginal Network on Disability Society (BCANDS)
Indigenous Disability Canada / British Columbia Aboriginal Network on Disability Society (BCANDS) is a national, Indigenous-led charitable organization providing cross-disability support and navigation services to Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, Inuit) peoples in Canada with disabilities. It delivers the National Indigenous Navigation Services to help Indigenous persons with disabilities access the Disability Tax Credit, the Canada Disability Benefit, and other federal, provincial and territorial disability benefits.
Programme de soutien aux personnes handicapées (PSPH)
The GAIN Program (Guidance & Assistance in Navigating Disability Support) is a free service offered by Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada (VLRC). VLRC's Disability Benefit Navigators provide one-to-one support to help people with disabilities understand and apply for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC), the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB), and other federal, provincial and territorial credits and benefits, including help with appeals. Although operated by VLRC, the GAIN Program assists people with all disabilities, not only vision loss.
Independent Living Nova Scotia — Disability Benefits Navigation (DTC Navigators)
Independent Living Nova Scotia (ILNS) operates a federally funded Disability Benefits Navigation service. ILNS DTC Navigators provide free, bilingual, one-to-one support to help people with disabilities and their families across Atlantic Canada (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador) apply for the Disability Tax Credit and related federal and provincial benefits.
Plan Institute — Disability Planning Helpline
Plan Institute is a Canadian non-profit and registered charity that helps people with disabilities and their families plan for a good life. Its free national Disability Planning Helpline offers one-on-one support with the Disability Tax Credit (DTC), the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), the Canada Disability Benefit, wills and trusts, and future and financial planning. Plan Institute also offers free webinars and online courses on the RDSP, DTC, and building personal support networks. The helpline is free, confidential, and available across Canada by phone, email, and video call.
Finautonome
Finautonome is a Quebec-based community organization dedicated to the financial well-being of people with disabilities. It provides disability benefits navigation — helping people with disabilities, caregivers and organizations identify needs and access government financial assistance, programs, measures and services. Services are available in French and English, with particular importance for French-speaking users across Canada.
Audition Québec
Audition Québec is a Quebec community organization providing information, referral and advocacy for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. As a federally funded Disability Benefit Navigation provider, it offers one-to-one support to help Deaf and hard-of-hearing people in Quebec access the Disability Tax Credit and related disability benefits. Services are available in French and English.
ResourceAbilities — Disability Benefit Navigation
ResourceAbilities is a free, one-stop hub helping people with disabilities navigate, discover and connect with disability and accessibility-related services across Prince Edward Island. As a federally funded Disability Benefit Navigation provider, it offers one-to-one support to help Islanders with disabilities access the Disability Tax Credit and related benefits. Offices serve Kings, Queens and Prince Counties.
Association des Sourds du Canada
CAD-ASC is the national consumer organization of Deaf Canadians, providing consultation, research, and expertise on Deaf needs and rights to the public, organizations, and governments. It develops pilot programs and advocates for the rights of Deaf Canadians and the recognition of ASL and LSQ.
Disability Alliance BC (DABC)
DABC is a provincial cross-disability organization that supports British Columbians with disabilities through advocacy, public education, and direct assistance. Its Advocacy Access program provides one-to-one help applying for provincial and federal disability benefits.
Disability Alliance Canada
Disability Alliance Canada is a national cross-disability non-profit that provides free one-on-one support to help people navigate federal disability programs, including the Canada Pension Plan Disability Benefit (CPP-D), the Disability Tax Credit (DTC), and the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB). They also offer educational guides, training and workshops, and help with applications, reconsiderations, and appeals.
Inclusion Canada
Inclusion Canada is the national federation working to advance the full inclusion and human rights of people with an intellectual disability and their families across Canada. Its Barrier-Free Benefits program provides free one-on-one disability benefits navigation support across Canada.
NWT Disabilities Council
The NWT Disabilities Council exists to educate, advocate, and support the self-determination of all individuals with disabilities in the Northwest Territories. It is the territorial cross-disability organization supporting NWT residents with disabilities and their families.
Nunavummi Disabilities Makinnasuaqtiit Society (NDMS)
NDMS is the territorial organization that offers support, advocacy, education, and resources for Nunavummiut with disabilities. It is the main cross-disability organization supporting Nunavut residents with disabilities and their families.
Pathway to Benefits
Pathway to Benefits is a free, national disability benefits navigation program led by the Mood Disorders Society of Canada. It helps Canadians with disabilities and their families navigate the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB), the Disability Tax Credit (DTC), and provincial and territorial support programs, with plain-language guidance and personalized assistance by phone and online.
The Epilepsy Association of Edmonton and Northern Alberta (EAENA)
The Epilepsy Association of Edmonton and Northern Alberta (EAENA) is a registered charity supporting people living with epilepsy and seizure disorders, and their families, throughout Edmonton and Northern Alberta. The organization provides programs, services, information, education, resources, and support related to living with epilepsy — including epilepsy education (Epilepsy 101), support programs for adults and families, information booklets in English and French, school and community education, and resources on driving, employment, and daily life with a neurological condition. EAENA serves children, youth, adults, and seniors affected by epilepsy across Edmonton and Northern Alberta, including communities north of Red Deer such as Fort McMurray and Wood Buffalo.
Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES)
Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES) is a Government of Alberta program that provides funding for supports and services to help Albertans overcome disability-related barriers to employment or education. Supports include assistive devices and technology, ASL interpreting and captioning, communication and hearing devices for work, workplace access and modification, and vehicle modifications for work-related purposes.
RMWB Specialized Transit
RMWB Specialized Transit (formerly SMART Bus — Special Mobility Assistance Required Transportation) is the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo's application-based, curb-to-curb shared transit service for eligible residents with mobility challenges who are unable to use conventional transit. It is now part of the RMWB Transit On Demand platform but remains a distinct, eligibility-gated program. It is not the same as the general Transit On Demand service.
Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP)
The Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP) is a Government of Alberta income-support program for Albertans with severe disabilities. Launched July 2026, ADAP is designed to empower Albertans with disabilities to pursue employment while continuing to receive financial, health, personal and employment supports. There is a single combined application for both ADAP and AISH; eligible applicants are placed in the program best suited to their situation. AISH continues for those who meet specific criteria. ADAP's core financial benefit is $1,740 per month, with an employment income exemption of $700 per month for single clients.
Services mobiles et de liaison aux communautés de Service Canada
The Community Outreach and Liaison Service (COLS) extends the reach of Service Canada by visiting communities across Canada, especially those with limited access to in-person offices. COLS builds relationships with community organizations and partners to connect people — including persons with disabilities, seniors, newcomers, youth and those who cannot easily travel to an office or use online or phone services — with Government of Canada programs, services and benefits. It offers information sessions, application clinics, kiosks at community events, and a Service Referral Initiative for at-risk individuals.
Chercheur de prestations
The Benefits Finder is an official Government of Canada tool on Canada.ca that helps Canadians find federal, provincial and territorial programs and benefits they may be eligible for, including financial assistance, healthcare, tax credits and other supports. Users answer a few questions to receive a personalized list of relevant benefits.
McMan Youth, Family & Community Services — Fort McMurray
McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association (Edmonton and North region) provides family support, respite and disability services in Fort McMurray. McMan is a not-for-profit social service agency serving communities across northern Alberta, including Fort McMurray.
Wood Buffalo Housing & Development Corporation
Wood Buffalo Housing & Development Corporation (WBH) is a not-for-profit organization that has provided safe, affordable housing in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo since 2001. It offers programs for every level of housing need, including rent subsidy and community housing, near-market rentals, and seniors housing, including accessible units.
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) — Wood Buffalo Region
CMHA Alberta Wood Buffalo Region is the local Fort McMurray branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association. It provides mental health services and facilitates access to the resources people require to maintain and improve mental health, promoting community integration, resilience, and recovery from mental illness and addictions. This is the local Wood Buffalo service and is distinct from the national CMHA resource.
Taproot Community Support Services
Taproot Community Support Services (formerly WJS Canada) is a CARF-accredited, employee-owned Canadian social services organization providing a range of disability and community support services, including supports for people with diverse abilities, family and community supports, specialized mental health and trauma services, acquired brain injury (ABI) services, Family Resource Centres, and Indigenous culturally-based programs (Spirit of Our Youth). Taproot operates in communities across Alberta, including Fort McMurray.
Autism Society of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (Autism RMWB)
The Autism Society of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (Autism RMWB) is a local, community-based organization in Fort McMurray that creates an inclusive community through programs supporting autistic individuals and all those living with neurodiversity and disabilities, and supports their families across their lifespan. This is the local Wood Buffalo organization and is distinct from the national Autism Society Canada.
ARCH Disability Law Centre
ARCH Disability Law Centre is a specialty legal clinic that practices exclusively in disability rights law. Since 1979, ARCH has been a leader in disability rights advocacy and test case litigation, dedicated to defending and advancing the equality rights, entitlements, fundamental freedoms, and inclusion of persons with disabilities with low income in Ontario. ARCH is primarily funded by Legal Aid Ontario and provides legal advice, representation in test cases and human rights matters, public legal education, and law reform.
Dedicated Accessible Transit Service (DATS)
Dedicated Accessible Transit Service (DATS) is the City of Edmonton's door-to-door shared transit service for residents who cannot use regular transit because of a physical and/or cognitive disability. Eligibility is determined on a case-by-case basis and a registration process is required.
St. Aidan's Society
St. Aidan's Society is a Fort McMurray-based non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of seniors throughout the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, helping older adults age well at home through programs, outreach, and community partnerships. It is a seniors' aging-in-place organization, not exclusively a disability organization.
Special Olympics Wood Buffalo
Special Olympics Wood Buffalo is a volunteer-based community of Special Olympics Alberta providing year-round recreational and competitive sport training and opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities in the Wood Buffalo region.
Wood Buffalo Wellness Society
The Wood Buffalo Wellness Society is a Fort McMurray non-profit that leads the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo's Coordinated Access System and delivers Housing with Supports for individuals and families experiencing homelessness or housing instability. It is not exclusively a disability organization, but serves people with disabilities among others.
Spinal Cord Injury Alberta
Spinal Cord Injury Alberta (SCI Alberta) is a non-profit organization that empowers Albertans with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities to achieve independence and full community participation. Part of Spinal Cord Injury Canada, it has supported Albertans since 1945.
Inclusion Alberta
Inclusion Alberta is a family-based non-profit federation that advocates on behalf of children and adults with intellectual disabilities and their families, working toward meaningful family life and community inclusion.
Caregivers Alberta
Caregivers Alberta is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 that champions unpaid, family caregivers so they can fulfill their roles in a healthy, sustainable way. It provides resources, mental health support, education, and advocacy for Albertans caring for family members or friends.
Easter Seals Alberta
Easter Seals Alberta is a non-profit organization that has supported Albertans living with disabilities and medical conditions since 1951. It fosters inclusion, independence and wellbeing through accessible camp, family resources, and supported housing.
Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD)
The Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) program is a Government of Alberta program that helps eligible adults with developmental disabilities plan for and access services to meet their personal needs and goals. PDD funds supports such as residential and community living, employment, and family-managed supports, delivered through service providers across Alberta.
Soutien familial pour les enfants en situation de handicap
The Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program is a Government of Alberta program that works in partnership with eligible families of children with disabilities to help them plan, coordinate and access services to raise their child at home and in their community. FSCD is based on the Family Support for Children with Disabilities Act.
Residential Access Modification Program (RAMP)
The Residential Access Modification Program (RAMP) is a Government of Alberta grant program that helps low- to moderate-income Albertans pay for permanent home accessibility modifications so they can live independently and safely.
Alberta Supports
Alberta Supports is the Government of Alberta's single contact point for more than 30 social programs and 120 services, including AISH, the Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP), Income Support, FSCD, PDD, and DRES. Services are available online, by phone, and at Alberta Supports Centres across the province.
Office of the Advocate for Persons with Disabilities
The Office of the Advocate for Persons with Disabilities is a Government of Alberta office that represents the rights, interests and viewpoints of persons with disabilities and provides information and referrals about supports and services. Note: as of the latest official update, the office is operating remotely and is not taking in-person appointments.
Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT)
The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT) is a Government of Alberta office that assists adults who are unable to make personal or financial decisions for themselves. OPGT provides guardianship and trusteeship services, information on capacity assessments, help with court applications, and handles complaints about guardians, trustees and agents.
Alberta Ombudsman
The Alberta Ombudsman is an independent oversight office that investigates complaints about unfair treatment by provincial government programs, including Alberta Supports, Income Support, AISH/ADAP, and matters heard by the Appeals Secretariat (such as FSCD). The Ombudsman is an oversight and complaint avenue, not a disability service provider, and generally requires you to first complete the complaint or appeal process with the agency involved.
Alberta Human Rights Commission
The Alberta Human Rights Commission is the independent body that administers the Alberta Human Rights Act and resolves human rights complaints. Under the Act, physical disability, mental disability, and illness are protected grounds. The Commission handles complaints of discrimination in employment, goods, services, accommodation and facilities, and tenancy, and addresses the duty to accommodate. It does not handle only disability matters.
Calgary Transit Access
Calgary Transit Access (CTA) is the City of Calgary's shared door-to-door transit service for people who are unable to use regular Calgary Transit due to a disability. Registration and an eligibility assessment are required.
Red Deer Transit Action Bus
The Red Deer Transit Action Bus is a door-to-door shared-ride public transportation service for City of Red Deer residents who cannot use regular transit with dignity because of a disability or physical need. It serves persons with disabilities, seniors, and children with disabilities. The Action Bus is not a taxi service.
Lethbridge Access-A-Ride
Access-A-Ride (AAR) is a City of Lethbridge shared-ride public transportation service for people who cannot use the regular public transit service with safety and dignity. AAR provides safe, accessible door-to-door transportation for eligible riders within Lethbridge.
Grande Prairie Accessible Transit (GPAT)
Grande Prairie Accessible Transit (GPAT) is a shared-ride, door-to-door public transit service for residents who cannot use regular transit for some or all of their travel needs due to a physical or cognitive impairment. All GPAT buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts.
Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL)
Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) is a Government of Alberta program that helps Albertans with a long-term disability, chronic illness or terminal illness pay for basic medical equipment and supplies so they can live independently at home and in their community. AADL works with Alberta Blue Cross and Alberta Health Services; AADL-approved authorizers assess eligibility and needs, and approved vendors provide the equipment and supplies.
Inclusion Yukon
Inclusion Yukon (formerly the Yukon Association for Community Living) is a territorial non-profit organization that envisions a Yukon where people with disabilities are valued, supported, and empowered to lead full lives of their own choosing. It supports people with intellectual and other disabilities and their families across the territory.
Inclusion Saskatchewan
Inclusion Saskatchewan (formerly the Saskatchewan Association for Community Living) is a provincial non-profit organization that supports people with intellectual disabilities and their families across Saskatchewan. It provides direct support, advocacy, and public education to build inclusive communities.
Community Living Ontario
Community Living Ontario is a provincial non-profit organization that advocates for people who have an intellectual disability and their families across Ontario. It works alongside 128 local agencies and advocates with people who have intellectual disabilities to build inclusive communities.
Spinal Cord Injury Canada
Spinal Cord Injury Canada supports people with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities and their families through peer support, service coordination, information, and advocacy. It operates through provincial affiliates across Canada.
Canadian Hard of Hearing Association (CHHA)
CHHA is a national non-profit organization dedicated to creating accessible, connected, and equitable communities for Canadians with hearing loss. It provides advocacy, public education, and support programs across Canada through its national office and local chapters.
Association canadienne des troubles d'apprentissage (ACTA)
LDAC is a national non-profit organization that supports people with learning disabilities and attention disorders through advocacy, public education, research, and resources. It works through a network of provincial and local Learning Disabilities Associations across Canada.
NEADS
NEADS is a national, cross-disability, student-led organization that advocates for full access to post-secondary education and employment for students with disabilities. It provides resources, mentorship, and advocacy for students with disabilities across Canada.
Manitoba League of Persons with Disabilities (MLPD)
MLPD is a provincial non-profit organization that promotes accessibility and inclusion for Manitobans with disabilities. It is a united cross-disability voice working toward a fully accessible and inclusive Manitoba through advocacy, public education, and partnership.
INCA
CNIB is Canada's leading organization for people who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind. It offers free programs and resources including vision rehabilitation, assistive technology training, emotional support, and independent living skills, available to Canadians of all ages and their families, friends, and caregivers.
Ability New Brunswick
Ability New Brunswick is a provincial non-profit organization that provides services, advocacy, and support for people with disabilities in New Brunswick. It advances accessibility, inclusion, and the rights of people with mobility and other disabilities across the province.
Benefits2 (Disability Tax Credit Application Support)
A Canadian online service that helps people prepare and complete their Disability Tax Credit (DTC) application. Offers a step-by-step application tool, a quick eligibility assessment across all DTC impairment categories, and access to a medical practitioner through AbilityDocs for those without a supporting doctor. Transparent flat-fee pricing designed to leave more money in the hands of the person with the disability.
PEI Council of People with Disabilities
The PEI Council of People with Disabilities is a voluntary non-profit organization that supports Islanders with disabilities through advocacy, information, and referrals. It is the provincial cross-disability organization serving Prince Edward Island residents with disabilities and their families.
Newfoundland and Labrador Disability Policy Office
The Disability Policy Office is the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador's office responsible for identifying, preventing, and removing barriers to accessibility and inclusion for persons with disabilities. It leads provincial disability policy and works to strengthen supports for persons with disabilities.
Nova Scotia League for Equal Opportunities (NSLEO)
NSLEO is a provincial non-profit organization that advances disability rights in Nova Scotia through systems-level advocacy, public education, and policy work. It is a cross-disability coalition working toward a fully accessible and inclusive Nova Scotia.
Réseau d'action des femmes handicapées du Canada (RAFH)
A national intersectional feminist organization working to advance the rights and inclusion of women, girls, and gender-diverse people with disabilities and Deaf women in Canada.
Aide juridique Ontario
Provides free or subsidized legal services for low-income Ontarians, including help with disability benefit appeals (ODSP, CPP-D) and housing issues.
Royal Canadian Legion Service Bureau
Free assistance for veterans and their families applying for VAC benefits, disability pensions, and other government programs. Branches across Canada.
AccessAbility Supports (PEI)
Prince Edward Island's provincial program that helps Islanders living with disabilities access the supports, equipment, and services they need to reach their full potential.
Manitoba Supports for Persons with Disabilities
A provincial income support program for Manitobans living with severe and prolonged disabilities, providing monthly financial assistance and access to disability-related supports.
Newfoundland and Labrador Disability Benefit
A provincial financial benefit for persons with disabilities living on low incomes in Newfoundland and Labrador, including an annual contribution to a Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP).
TransLink HandyDART (Metro Vancouver)
Door-to-door accessible transit service for Metro Vancouver residents with physical, visual, or cognitive disabilities who cannot use conventional transit.
Wheel-Trans (Toronto)
Toronto Transit Commission's accessible door-to-door transit service for people with disabilities who cannot use conventional transit. Register through the TTC.
Services pour les personnes handicapées
Government of the Northwest Territories programs and services for persons with disabilities, coordinated through the Department of Health and Social Services.
Yukon Disability Services
The Government of Yukon's range of supports and services for people with disabilities, including referrals, assessments, and disability-related programs.
Fondation Rick Hansen
Programs focused on spinal cord injury research, accessibility certification, and creating an inclusive Canada for people with disabilities.
Saskatchewan Assured Income for Disability (SAID)
An income support program for Saskatchewan residents with significant and enduring disabilities, providing long-term income support and choice in services and supports. Starting September 2026, improvements expand and restructure the Living Income Benefit.
Soutien à la participation sociale des personnes handicapées
The Government of Quebec's programs and services to support the social participation of people with disabilities, coordinated through the Office des personnes handicapées du Québec (OPHQ).
L'accessibilité chez Vidéotron
Videotron offers accessibility services for Quebec customers with disabilities, including TTY relay services, large-print billing, accessible remote controls, described video, closed captioning, and customer service accommodations for customers with hearing or vision impairments.
Conseil des Canadiens avec déficiences
A national human rights organization of people with disabilities working for an inclusive and accessible Canada through advocacy, law reform, and public education.
SaskTel Accessibility Program
SaskTel provides a range of services for Saskatchewan customers with disabilities including TTY/TDD relay, large-print billing, accessible handsets, and specialized equipment through the SaskAbilities partnership. Customers with disabilities may qualify for equipment subsidies and accessible rate plans.
People First of Canada
A national organization controlled and directed by people who have been labelled with an intellectual disability, advocating for full inclusion and the closure of institutions.
ParticipACTION
National non-profit promoting physical activity for all Canadians, including adaptive sport and recreation resources for people with disabilities.
Banques alimentaires Canada
Connects Canadians with local food banks and emergency food support. Find a food bank near you through their website.
211 Canada
Canada's free helpline and directory for social services. Dial 2-1-1 or visit 211.ca to find housing, food, financial, health, and other support services near you — 24/7 in most provinces.
Developmental Services Ontario
Provincial entry point for adults with developmental disabilities in Ontario. Provides needs assessment, service coordination, and access to SSAH, residential, and community programs.
Ontario Caregiver Organization
Free coaching, peer support, information, and community resources for Ontario family caregivers. 24/7 helpline available.
Société canadienne d'hypothèques et de logement (SCHL)
Federal housing agency offering affordable housing programs, rental assistance, and accessible housing information for Canadians with disabilities.
Family Caregivers of BC
Peer support, education, counselling, and navigation services for caregivers in British Columbia caring for a family member with disability, illness, or aging.
Mood Disorders Society of Canada
National peer support and advocacy for Canadians living with mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder). Find local support groups and educational resources.
Conseil canadien de la réadaptation et du travail
National organization providing employment counselling, job matching, workplace accommodations support, and disability awareness training for employers.
Neil Squire Society
Empowers Canadians with disabilities through technology, employment skills training, and workplace accommodation support.
Easter Seals Canada
Provides accessible camping, recreation programs, and community engagement opportunities for children and adults with disabilities.
March of Dimes Canada
Provides employment services, home and vehicle modification assistance, assistive devices, and community programs for people with disabilities.
Prosper Canada
Free financial literacy programs, tax filing clinics, and financial coaching to help low-income Canadians including those with disabilities build financial stability.
Association canadienne pour la santé mentale (ACSM)
National organization offering community mental health services, education, and advocacy. Find your local CMHA branch for counselling, peer support, crisis services, and housing support.
Solutions d'accessibilité
Bell Canada offers a comprehensive suite of accessibility services including TTY/TDD support, captioning for TV, large-print and braille billing, accessible handsets, and relay services. Bell also offers reduced-rate home internet for eligible low-income customers. Accessible customer service is available by phone and online.
Accessibilité
Rogers provides accessibility accommodations including TTY relay services, large-print and braille bills, accessible customer service, and discounted plans for customers on provincial disability programs. Rogers Connected for Success offers low-cost internet ($10/month) to low-income households, including those receiving disability benefits.
Cogeco Accessibility Services
Cogeco offers accessibility accommodations for customers in Ontario and Quebec including large-print and braille billing, TTY relay services, closed captioning, described video, and accessible customer service. Cogeco also participates in the Connecting Families program for low-income households.
Initiative Familles branchées
A federal government program providing low-cost home internet ($10–$20/month) to low-income Canadian families. Families receiving the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) or living in subsidized housing qualify. Available through participating ISPs including Bell, Rogers, TELUS, Shaw, Cogeco, Videotron, and others. Speeds of 10–50 Mbps depending on provider.
TELUS Accessibility Program
TELUS offers a range of accessibility services for customers with disabilities, including TTY/TDD relay services, large-print and braille bills, reduced-rate internet through Connect for Good, and accessible device options. Their Accessibility Hub provides information on adaptive technology and services for customers with visual, hearing, mobility, or cognitive disabilities.
Neil Squire Society — Employment Programs
Employment programs and workplace accommodation support for Canadians with disabilities. Includes job placement, skills training, and assistive technology.
Caregiver Support Network
National network offering peer support, respite care navigation, education, and online community for unpaid caregivers supporting someone with a disability or illness.
Parasport Ontario
Ontario's hub for parasport and adaptive recreation. Find local adaptive sport clubs, wheelchair sports, sitting volleyball, and more.
Community Living BC
BC Crown agency funding community services for adults with developmental disabilities including residential support, employment, and community inclusion programs.
9-8-8: Ligne d'aide en cas de crise de suicide
24/7 national crisis support line for people experiencing suicidal thoughts or mental health crises. Call or text 9-8-8 (Suicide Crisis Helpline).
Office des transports du Canada
Federal agency with a mandate to ensure accessible transportation for Canadians with disabilities on federally regulated air, rail, and ferries. File complaints and learn your rights.
Anciens Combattants Canada
Free navigation service helping Canadian veterans and RCMP members find all benefits and services they are entitled to, including disability pensions, health benefits, and rehabilitation.
Accessible Housing Society
Provides accessible affordable housing and home modification services for adults with disabilities in Alberta.
Autisme Ontario
Ontario's largest autism-focused organization. Provides information, family support, peer networks, and navigation help for the Ontario Autism Program.
BC Wheelchair Sports Association
Provides wheelchair sports and adaptive recreation programs across BC including basketball, tennis, rugby, and athletics for people with physical disabilities.
Autism BC
BC-based autism organization offering family support, resource navigation, workshops, and peer connections for autistic individuals and their families.
Habitat pour l'humanité Canada
Builds and repairs homes for low-income families, including those with disabilities. Also runs ReStores selling donated home improvement materials at low cost.
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Répondez à quelques questions rapides et le Trouveur de soutien vous proposera des programmes fédéraux et provinciaux.
Guides connexes sur les prestations
Vous cherchez une prestation précise? Ces guides expliquent l'admissibilité, les montants et la façon de faire une demande :
Accessible Compass est un guide indépendant — nous ne sommes pas un organisme gouvernemental et nous ne traitons pas les demandes ni n'approuvons les prestations. Nous fournissons de l'information générale seulement, et non des conseils juridiques, médicaux ou financiers. Les règles des programmes peuvent changer. Confirmez toujours auprès des sources gouvernementales officielles.
