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Posts by Neil Squire Society

Le logo « Nous avons des Solutions », accompagné d'une image de microphone de diffusion, indique qu'il s'agit d'un podcast du Centre de dépannage TA.

Le logo « Nous avons des Solutions », accompagné d'une image de microphone de diffusion, indique qu'il s'agit d'un podcast du Centre de dépannage TA.

Dans le plus récent épisode de Nous avons des Solutions, du Centre de dépannage TA discute des outils et services accessibles offerts aux électeurs du Nouveau-Brunswick pour les prochaines élections municipales ! Nous recevons aujourd’hui Karine Pitre d’Élections NB. Écoutez : buff.ly/S2pMxQy [2/2]

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We Have Solutions" logo, with an image of a broadcast microphone, noting that it is an AT Help Desk podcast.

We Have Solutions" logo, with an image of a broadcast microphone, noting that it is an AT Help Desk podcast.

#TechTuesday: In the latest episode of "We Have Solutions," the AT Help Desk team talks about accessible tools and services available to New Brunswick voters for the upcoming municipal elections! Joining us today is Karine Pitre from Elections NB. Listen: buff.ly/rFC0OLQ [1/2 - French follows]

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Two volunteers work on adapting a toy at a build event. Text: Thank you volunteers!

Two volunteers work on adapting a toy at a build event. Text: Thank you volunteers!

Volunteers make the work that we do possible. This National Volunteer Week, we want to celebrate all of the volunteers that give their time and skills to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.

Read more: buff.ly/TTIWGud

#NationalVolunteerWeek #NVW2026 #IgniteVolunteerism

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Neil with his former basketball teammates.

Neil with his former basketball teammates.

Today, we remember Neil Squire. His passing 40 years ago today inspired the founding of our organization. Neil's legacy lives on in our work.

Learn more about Neil and our history here: buff.ly/dKlTWyl

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National AccessAbility Week | #NAAW - Neil Squire Society We use technology, knowledge and passion to empower Canadians with disabilities.

Joignez-vous à nous en participant à l’une des trois activités autonomes suivantes : visionner une présentation virtuelle, participer à un atelier de construction ou à une marche avec fauteuil roulant.

Pour en savoir plus : naaw.ca

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Image d'une famille jouant ensemble sur une pelouse : un père avec une raquette de tennis, une mère, un fils en fauteuil roulant tenant un ballon de volley-ball et une fille avec un pied sur un ballon de soccer. Texte : Semaine nationale de l'accessibilité 2026, du 31 mai au 6 juin. Visitez NAAW.ca pour vous impliquer!

Image d'une famille jouant ensemble sur une pelouse : un père avec une raquette de tennis, une mère, un fils en fauteuil roulant tenant un ballon de volley-ball et une fille avec un pied sur un ballon de soccer. Texte : Semaine nationale de l'accessibilité 2026, du 31 mai au 6 juin. Visitez NAAW.ca pour vous impliquer!

La Semaine nationale de l’accessibilité 2026 se déroule du 31 mai au 6 juin. C’est l’occasion de promouvoir l’accessibilité et l’inclusion partout au Canada. [2/3]

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An image of a family playing together on a lawn: a dad with a tennis racket, a mom, a son in a wheelchair holding a volleyball, and a daughter with her foot on a soccer ball. Text: National AccessAbility Week 2026 May 31 - June 6. Visit NAAW.ca to get involved!

An image of a family playing together on a lawn: a dad with a tennis racket, a mom, a son in a wheelchair holding a volleyball, and a daughter with her foot on a soccer ball. Text: National AccessAbility Week 2026 May 31 - June 6. Visit NAAW.ca to get involved!

National AccessAbility Week 2026 takes place from May 31-June 6. It’s a time to promote accessibility and inclusion across Canada. Join us by taking part in 1 of 3 self-directed activities: watching a virtual presentation, a buildathon, or a walk & roll.

Learn more: naaw.ca [1/3 - French follows]

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“The program funded a custom foot orthotic insert to reduce pain from plantar fasciitis,” Mahmoud explains. “The foot orthotics reduce my pain, helping me perform my work tasks more comfortably.” #WorkBCATS

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A man in a dark grey suit smiling at the camera

A man in a dark grey suit smiling at the camera

Last September, Abdullah joined his brother, Hamza, a Clubs That Care youth leader, to deliver adapted toys to the Alvin Buckwold Child Development Program in Saskatoon. The experience made a real impact on him.

Read more: buff.ly/k7BuoiV

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A man uses a laptop. Text notes: "Volunteering: Build Skills and Create Opportunities, a free webinar open to everyone on April 21st at 10 am PDT." The poster also indicates this is a webinar for Neil Squire's Distance Computer Comfort program.

A man uses a laptop. Text notes: "Volunteering: Build Skills and Create Opportunities, a free webinar open to everyone on April 21st at 10 am PDT." The poster also indicates this is a webinar for Neil Squire's Distance Computer Comfort program.

Volunteering is a great way to gain experience, build skills, and grow your network. Join our free webinar on April 21 at 10 am PDT to learn how volunteering can support your career goals.

Register here: buff.ly/FcubKnV

#Volunteer #NationalVolunteerWeek #NVW2026 #IVY2026 #IgniteVolunteerism

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A person uses a smartphone while studying at a library.

A person uses a smartphone while studying at a library.

TechTuesday: Our AT Help Desk team looks at Clever: Homework Helper AI, an AI-powered study app designed to support students with homework completion, revision, and content creation.

Read more: buff.ly/yCXHsau

#NeilSquire #ATHelpDesk #AssistiveTechnology #DigitalLiteracy #Learning

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A Storybook Princess high fiving kids in attendance.

A Storybook Princess high fiving kids in attendance.

Post image Kids dressed up as princesses greet one of the princess performers.

Kids dressed up as princesses greet one of the princess performers.

Hair stylists do hair for a kid at the event.

Hair stylists do hair for a kid at the event.

Our sixth annual Swing into Spring Princess Ball on March 14, 2026, was another tremendous success!

We would once again like to extend our most sincere thanks to Regina and the community for supporting our work again this year.

Read more: buff.ly/8okUjVl

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🔔NEW DEVICE! Meet the Chatterbox, an auditory switch-scanning augmented and alternative communication (AAC) device.

The Chatterbox is designed for youth with complex communication needs and low vision. Use the built-in buttons or plug in external switches.

Request the Chatterbox: buff.ly/qU2OCrm

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A man using a screwdriver to assemble a switch. Underneath is the text "Clubs That Care is the exact sort of thing that's right up my alley" by Jaxon (BC)"

A man using a screwdriver to assemble a switch. Underneath is the text "Clubs That Care is the exact sort of thing that's right up my alley" by Jaxon (BC)"

A group of students in a classroom. Underneath is the text "I have a disability, so I can understand that resources and access to technology and things like this are highly important" by Dante (AB)

A group of students in a classroom. Underneath is the text "I have a disability, so I can understand that resources and access to technology and things like this are highly important" by Dante (AB)

Young volunteer in a computer lab. Underneath is the text "Volunteers thought it was a really special experience, and it opened some eyes as to 'maybe I want to be an engineer someday' by Skye (NB)"

Young volunteer in a computer lab. Underneath is the text "Volunteers thought it was a really special experience, and it opened some eyes as to 'maybe I want to be an engineer someday' by Skye (NB)"

Do you want $3,000 to purchase a 3D printer and make your community more accessible?

A new round of funding for our #ClubsThatCare micro-grants has opened for the 2026-2027 cycle. Apply today! buff.ly/WmnLn4m

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A great PSA by our friends at the Developmental Disabilities Association. Watch this!

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Margaret says she would “without a doubt” recommend WorkBC Assistive Technology Services.

“Thank you so much, this is an amazing program, and I am so grateful.” #WorkBCATS

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A man uses a laptop. Text notes: "Volunteering: Build Skills and Create Opportunities, a free webinar open to everyone on April 21st at 10 am PDT." The poster also indicates this is a webinar for Neil Squire's Distance Computer Comfort program.

A man uses a laptop. Text notes: "Volunteering: Build Skills and Create Opportunities, a free webinar open to everyone on April 21st at 10 am PDT." The poster also indicates this is a webinar for Neil Squire's Distance Computer Comfort program.

We will be hosting a #NationalVolunteerWeek webinar on April 21 at 10 am PT, where we will explore how volunteering can strengthen your résumé, build confidence, and help you connect with organizations and mentors.

Register for the webinar: buff.ly/47pl8Nz

#NeilSquire #NVW2026 #IgniteVolunteerism

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Paula says she recommends WorkBC Assistive Technology Services to others, particularly praising the service she received from staff.

“Everyone I dealt with was amazing. Easy to deal with and helpful with any questions I had,” she explains. #WorkBCATS

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Terry and Mindy at the Neil Squire table.

Terry and Mindy at the Neil Squire table.

Last Wednesday, Terry Terbasket and Mindy Rollins from our Penticton Office attended the WorkBC Oliver Job Fair at SenPokChin Elementary School, held in partnership with the Osoyoos Indian Band.

#NeilSquire #CreativeEmploymentOptions #FootprintsCentre #Outreach

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"We Have Solutions" logo, with an image of a broadcast microphone, noting that it is an AT Help Desk podcast.

"We Have Solutions" logo, with an image of a broadcast microphone, noting that it is an AT Help Desk podcast.

#TechTuesday: In the latest episode of the “We Have Solutions” podcast, our AT Help Desk team does a complete overview of all the accessibility features that iOS 26 has to offer.

Listen: buff.ly/q4BzFCK

#NeilSquire #ATHelpDesk #AssistiveTechnology #DigitalLiteracy

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Close-up of a green computer circuit board highlighting the 'ENTER' key area with solder points and electronic traces. Text states, "Computer Refurbishing: Your old computer can change a life. Please donate today for refurbishing."

Close-up of a green computer circuit board highlighting the 'ENTER' key area with solder points and electronic traces. Text states, "Computer Refurbishing: Your old computer can change a life. Please donate today for refurbishing."

BURNABY: Have an old computer lying around that you no longer use? We need it! Our Computer Refurbishing program has an urgent need for computers capable of running Windows 11 so that we can donate them to people with disabilities that otherwise couldn’t afford one.

Donate today: buff.ly/EPlY377

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Une foule nombreuse assiste à une présentation de Charles Levasseur.

Une foule nombreuse assiste à une présentation de Charles Levasseur.

De jeunes étudiants bricoleurs travaillent sur des appareils lors d'un atelier de construction.

De jeunes étudiants bricoleurs travaillent sur des appareils lors d'un atelier de construction.

Les membres de l'équipe travaillent ensemble pendant le Défi TA.

Les membres de l'équipe travaillent ensemble pendant le Défi TA.

Les vainqueurs du Défi TA avec leurs médailles d'or.

Les vainqueurs du Défi TA avec leurs médailles d'or.

Merci à tous ceux qui ont contribué au succès de notre premier Sommet AT. Organisé les 18 et 19 février à Moncton, au Nouveau-Brunswick, il a réuni plus de 160 participants du Canada et d'ailleurs. En savoir plus : buff.ly/GSRs96u

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A large crowd watches a presentation by Charles Levasseur.

A large crowd watches a presentation by Charles Levasseur.

Young student makers work on devices during a build event.

Young student makers work on devices during a build event.

Team members work together during the AT Challenge.

Team members work together during the AT Challenge.

The AT Challenge winners with their gold medals.

The AT Challenge winners with their gold medals.

Thank you to everyone who made our first AT Summit such a success. Held from February 18th to 19th in Moncton, New Brunswick, we had over 160 participants join us from Canada and beyond. Read more: buff.ly/GSRs96u

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A hiring manager and candidate sit across a table during an interview. Text: We're hiring!

A hiring manager and candidate sit across a table during an interview. Text: We're hiring!

We're hiring for a Bilingual Digital Literacy Specialist & Assistive Technology Facilitator in New Brunswick. Apply: buff.ly/6fGcwZF

Nous recrutons un spécialiste en littératie numérique et facilitateur-trice en technologie d’assistance au Nouveau-Brunswick. Appliquer : buff.ly/6fGcwZF

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“Fortunately, [the new] hearing aids now help me a lot, allowing me to talk to people and greatly assisting me at work,” Sara shares. “It's definitely much better than before. I can hear clearly and it's more convenient for me to work.” #WorkBCATS

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Mike at work.

Mike at work.

After having to leave a career in construction, Mike joined our Creative Employment Options program. Through the program, he's found a full-time job where he can develop the skills he needs to realize his goal of starting his own business.

Read more: www.neilsquire.ca/creative-emp...

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A teacher helps a student using a laptop in a classroom.

A teacher helps a student using a laptop in a classroom.

#TechTuesday: Chromebooks come packed with accessibility features. Our AT Help Desk team has made a guide on how to enable and use these features, as well as provide users with some handy keyboard shortcuts.

Read more: buff.ly/CsrvyA7

#NeilSquire #ATHelpDesk #AssistiveTechnology #Accessibility

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MMC BC Outreach & Operations Coordinator Kris Stirling demonstrates an adaptive controller for adaptive gaming to MP Wade Chang.

MMC BC Outreach & Operations Coordinator Kris Stirling demonstrates an adaptive controller for adaptive gaming to MP Wade Chang.

Occupational Therapist Eric Chau gives an assistive technology demonstration MP Wade Chang.

Occupational Therapist Eric Chau gives an assistive technology demonstration MP Wade Chang.

MP Wade Chang, Director of Innovation Chad Leaman, and Computer Refurbishing volunteer Matthew discuss our programs.

MP Wade Chang, Director of Innovation Chad Leaman, and Computer Refurbishing volunteer Matthew discuss our programs.

MP Wade Chang meets with Executive Director Gary Birch and National Operations Manager Greg Pyc.

MP Wade Chang meets with Executive Director Gary Birch and National Operations Manager Greg Pyc.

He also received assistive technology demonstrations from our @makersmakingchange.bsky.social and Solutions programs, and learned about our Computer Comfort and Computer Refurbishing programs. [2/2]

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Neil Squire staff, participants, and Wade Chang pose for a photo in the Solutions lab

Neil Squire staff, participants, and Wade Chang pose for a photo in the Solutions lab

MP Wade Chang, Director of Innovation Chad Leaman, Executive Director Gary Birch, and National Operations Manager Greg Pyc pose with the certificate of recognition.

MP Wade Chang, Director of Innovation Chad Leaman, Executive Director Gary Birch, and National Operations Manager Greg Pyc pose with the certificate of recognition.

The certificate reads: "Certificate of Recognition presented to Neil Squire Society. In recognition of your outstanding dedication to empowering Canadians with disabilities through innovative technology, skills training,, and employment programs. Your work has created meaningful opportunities and helped build a more inclusive and accessible community. Your leadership and service continue to make a lasting impact on individuals and families across Canada. We sincerely thank you for your contributions and ongoing commitment to improving the lives of others." Signed by Wade Chang, Member of Parliament for Burnaby Central.

The certificate reads: "Certificate of Recognition presented to Neil Squire Society. In recognition of your outstanding dedication to empowering Canadians with disabilities through innovative technology, skills training,, and employment programs. Your work has created meaningful opportunities and helped build a more inclusive and accessible community. Your leadership and service continue to make a lasting impact on individuals and families across Canada. We sincerely thank you for your contributions and ongoing commitment to improving the lives of others." Signed by Wade Chang, Member of Parliament for Burnaby Central.

Creative Employment Options participant Narada discusses his experience with the program.

Creative Employment Options participant Narada discusses his experience with the program.

On Thursday, we were thrilled to welcome Wade Chang, MP for Burnaby Central, to our Burnaby Office, and were honoured to receive a certificate of recognition. He got to see firsthand the impact of our employment programs like CEO and Empower3D, hearing from participants like Narada. [1/2]

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