Technology for Living

05/01/2026

Following the Simon Cox Student Design Competition last week, our peers and community members came together for a Peer Lunch to connect, reflect, and celebrate an inspiring day.

It was a great opportunity to continue conversations, share ideas, and build meaningful connections within the community. Thank you to everyone who joined the lunch and helped make the day so memorable! ✨

04/22/2026

April 22nd marks Earth Day! 🌍

At TFL, we see how closely the health of our environment is tied to independence and quality of life. Safe, stable, and accessible spaces are essential for the people we serve, and building a more sustainable world means ensuring those spaces are inclusive for everyone.

From the homes we live in to the communities we’re part of, thoughtful and sustainable choices can help create a future where everyone is supported to live with dignity and independence.

This Earth Day, we recognize the role we all play in shaping a world that is not only environmentally responsible, but accessible for all. Thank you to our members, caregivers, and partners for being part of that shared commitment. 🌱

04/18/2026

OHS: What is it and what does it mean? 💭

Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS) is a complex condition that affects how we breathe, especially during sleep. Understanding how oxygen, carbon dioxide, and our respiratory system work together is the first step toward better health and support.

Our PROP Team at Technology for Living has developed a self-paced course on OHS to support individuals, families, and caregivers with accessible, practical knowledge.

In the first lesson, you’ll learn:

• What OHS is and how it develops

• How breathing and oxygenation work in the body

• Why maintaining balance is so important for overall health

Whether you’ve been diagnosed or are supporting someone who has, this resource is here to help you better understand OHS.

Start the course here: https://www.technologyforliving.org/ohs/ #/

Thank you to our members and community for being part of this work. 💙

04/17/2026

TFL Round-Up: Inside BALANCE March 2026 📌

From expanding our Provincial Respiratory Outreach Program (PROP) to better serve communities across BC, to celebrating 50 years of impact with our partners at the Community Foundation North Okanagan (CFNO) and getting hands-on with adapted gaming at the GAME Power Up Training, there has been meaningful progress across our programs and partnerships.

🎮 Exploring accessible gaming and assistive tech
🏥 Growing our respiratory support team across the province
🤝 Celebrating long-standing community partnerships

Every step forward helps strengthen access, independence, and connection for our members. Thank you to our supporters, partners, and community for being part of this work.

04/16/2026

Staying informed and connected is an important part of building a strong, supportive community. 🤝

At TFL, we are committed to sharing meaningful updates, valuable resources, and the voices of the members we serve. Our newsletter brings together a wide range of content designed to support independence and enhance quality of life.

From insightful articles and practical tips to program updates, community stories, and upcoming events, each issue reflects the experiences and priorities of our members across British Columbia.

Whether you are a member, caregiver, healthcare professional, or community partner, our newsletter is a simple way to stay engaged with the work we do and the impact we are making together.

Sign up today: https://www.technologyforliving.org/newsletter-sign-up/ 📩

04/16/2026

Making independence more accessible, one door at a time 🚪✨

Our Youth Assistive Technology (YAT) automatic door opener program helps remove everyday barriers, giving people greater freedom and control in their own spaces.

Check out this quick video to see how it works and the impact it can have: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06jYgTMP8N4

Learn more about the YAT program and how to apply through our website at: https://www.technologyforliving.org/application-for-yat-services/

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04/14/2026

⛳ Don’t Miss Out: Golf for a Cause is Almost Here!

Join the Kinsmen Foundation of BC - Going Strong for their 12th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at the beautiful Meadow Gardens Golf Course!

We’re excited to welcome Global BC and Global News as corporate media sponsors, with Chief Meteorologist Mark Madryga returning as emcee. It’s shaping up to be an incredible day of golf, connection, and community impact 💙

As a 100% volunteer-run charity, every dollar raised goes directly toward helping adults with disabilities live more independent and fulfilling lives.

🏌️ Event Highlights:

Tailgate & Registration: 11:00 AM (food & games!)
Lunch: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Shotgun Start: 1:00 PM (Best Ball Texas Scramble)
On-Course Fun: Food, games & entertainment throughout

🎟️ Registration: $275 per golfer includes 18 holes, power cart, beverage token, dinner & prizes.

Register here:

04/11/2026

🐾 Happy National Pet Day!

Today we are celebrating the special bond we share with our pets 💙

Meet Nicole and Ranger! He is her service dog from PADS (Pacific Assistance Dogs Society), shoutout to PADS for the amazing work they do in training and supporting life-changing assistance dogs 👏🐶

While on duty, Ranger is focused and highly trained but he also enjoys time off to relax, play, and just be a dog ✨

Thank you Nicole for sharing these photos with us!

04/10/2026

Simon Cox: Peer’s Choice Award Voting 🌟

Be part of the Simon Cox Student Design Competition by casting your vote for the Peer's Choice Award where our peers help select the most impactful assistive technology design. These innovative student projects are created to increase independence and enhance everyday living, and your voice plays a key role in recognizing solutions that truly make a difference.

📅 April 21, 2026

⏰ 3:00 PM

🔗 Register here:

https://ca01web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4tZdSU2cSoOBrQman__Oxg #/registration

📣 LAST CHANCE TO RSVP!

Don’t forget, the final day to RSVP for the competition is April 15, 2026. Join us in person to experience the projects and connect with the community!

04/09/2026

Join our staff presenters, Ean Price and Evan Mutrie as they lead this upcoming online session in partnership with BC Non-Profit Housing Association on how assistive technology is transforming independent living. 💡🏡

🗓️ Wednesday, April 15, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (via zoom)

From controlling lights, doors, and temperature to accessing entertainment and communication tools, this session will explore practical, real-world solutions that reduce barriers and support people with physical disabilities to live more independently at home.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation on accessibility, inclusion, and independence. 🙌

🔗 Learn more & register here: https://bcnpha.ca/event/assistive-technology-at-home-promoting-independent-living/

04/08/2026

Urgent: The Right Fit Program is at risk of losing its federal funding.

After 9 years of life-changing impact, the Right Fit Program is now at serious risk of losing its federal funding. This program has been a vital support for wheelchair users across Metro Vancouver, helping individuals find safe and accessible housing. Their recent press conference highlighted the program’s significant impact and the urgent consequences that losing this funding could have for individuals who rely on accessible housing supports.



Through our collaboration, Technology for Living and the Right Fit Program support individuals in living as independently as possible by combining accessible housing with customized home automation and assistive technology solutions that enable safer, more independent daily living.



We encourage our community, participants, partners, and supporters to stay informed, speak up, and help raise awareness about the importance of preserving accessible housing supports.



Sharing your voice and experiences can help highlight why programs like this are essential and irreplaceable.

📝 Please take a moment to sign this petition here and please share with your networks: https://c.org/N9X4MdVVLL

04/01/2026

Join us for the 11th Annual Simon Cox Student Design Competition, a day dedicated to innovation, creativity, and life-changing assistive technology! 💡

🗓 Saturday, April 25, 2026

⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

📍 ICORD Centre

Come support students as they showcase incredible designs that enhance independence and accessibility. 🌟

📩 RSVP by April 15, 2026 at infosc@technologyforliving.org

🎥 Check out highlights from last year: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3HProPAHBE