CanAssist at the University of Victoria

CanAssist at the University of Victoria CanAssist addresses unmet needs of people who have disabilities or face barriers to meaningful participation in society.

Through our innovative technologies, programs, and services, we are advancing inclusion and accessibility for all ages and abilities. Creating a world without barriers, where all people can meaningfully participate and belong.

You’re invited: Community dialogue with CanAssist 💬Thursday, January 29th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (PST)CARSA, U...
01/09/2026

You’re invited: Community dialogue with CanAssist 💬

Thursday, January 29th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (PST)

CARSA, University of Victoria, 3800 Finnerty Road, Victoria, BC V8P 5C2

We'll be talking about how you respond to climate events like heavy rain and heat domes on campus, through the lens of accessibility. Zero cover charge!

RSVP: canassist@uvic.ca

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CanWork BC is back with more info sessions for parents and caregivers of youth with disabilities and mental health chall...
01/07/2026

CanWork BC is back with more info sessions for parents and caregivers of youth with disabilities and mental health challenges. Learn how to support your youth in their employment journey using our free online resources!

✅ January 12th 5:00 PM
✅ January 13th 12:30 PM
✅ January 14th 5:30 PM

Sign up for info sessions: https://ow.ly/XTlo50XT9JV

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Logging off (almost) everywhere 🎄 Thank you to our community for being part of CanAssist this year. Your support, and th...
12/24/2025

Logging off (almost) everywhere 🎄

Thank you to our community for being part of CanAssist this year. Your support, and the impact it has on the people we serve, makes this work both meaningful and rewarding.

Our team will be away for the holidays and back on January 2.

Wishing you a restful holiday season and a wonderful start to the new year ✨



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📣 Do you support a youth using CanWork BC? We want to hear from you! 👉 Fill out our quick 10-minute caregiver survey and...
12/18/2025

📣 Do you support a youth using CanWork BC? We want to hear from you!

👉 Fill out our quick 10-minute caregiver survey and enter your email for a chance to win 1 of 3 $50 Amazon gift cards.
Link: https://ow.ly/3ij150XLI6X

📅Deadline: December 21st — don’t miss out!

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Thank you to all our donors. Your donations are supporting youth with disabilities develop skills and secure meaningful ...
12/16/2025

Thank you to all our donors. Your donations are supporting youth with disabilities develop skills and secure meaningful employment.

At CanAssist, we believe meaningful employment is a key part of an inclusive community.

Our employment services are designed specifically for youth with disabilities. We provide personalized 1:1 job coaching, as well as a suite of online employment support resources designed for youth with disabilities and their community that supports them.

From building a resume to mastering new workplace skills, your support helps us bridge the gap and unlock potential.

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We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supported CanAssist this Giving Tuesday. Your generosity directly fuels innov...
12/09/2025

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supported CanAssist this Giving Tuesday. Your generosity directly fuels innovation and accessibility for people with disabilities.

Thanks to your contributions, we can continue delivering the innovative programs, services, and assistive technology that our community relies on.

Your donations are helping us do more research for assistive technology for education.

Your support ensures that we can keep breaking down barriers. Thank you for believing in our mission to address unmet needs of people, particularly those with disabilities, by advancing inclusion and accessibility.

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Join us on December 11th at 5:00 PM to discover how you can support your youth’s employment journey with CanWork BC.CanW...
12/05/2025

Join us on December 11th at 5:00 PM to discover how you can support your youth’s employment journey with CanWork BC.

CanWork BC is a free online career support program designed to help youth ages 15–30 with disabilities and mental health challenges thrive in the workplace.

👉 Register here: https://ow.ly/6gYy50XE51A

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how CanWork BC can make a difference in your youth’s path to meaningful employment!

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Thanks for showing up for Giving Tuesday!Your support is helping us create new possibilities for the people and communit...
12/04/2025

Thanks for showing up for Giving Tuesday!

Your support is helping us create new possibilities for the people and communities we work alongside.

The campaign may be over, but the momentum isn’t. If you want to keep the energy and the impact going, consider partnering with us, come visit, or start a conversation. It’s the best way to see, up close, how these innovations change lives.

We’re building a more inclusive world together. Visit us at https://ow.ly/MCK650XC10G and get involved anytime.

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Thank you to everyone who has supported CanAssist this Giving Tuesday! We are very grateful! Also a kind reminder that t...
12/04/2025

Thank you to everyone who has supported CanAssist this Giving Tuesday! We are very grateful!

Also a kind reminder that there is still time to contribute! The deadline to donate is Thursday, December 4th, at 9:00 AM PST.

Help us close out this campaign strong! Every donation helps us break barriers and build belonging for people with disabilities.

Donate now! https://ow.ly/atVv50XBEt9

Today we recognize the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). This day was established by the United Nat...
12/03/2025

Today we recognize the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). This day was established by the United Nations in 1992 to advance the rights, well-being, and inclusion of people with disabilities worldwide.

At CanAssist, our mission is to address unmet needs of people, particularly those with disabilities, by advancing inclusion and accessibility.

We are deeply thankful for the clients and participants who collaborate with us, share their experiences, and help guide our work. Your insights make our solutions stronger and more meaningful.

To learn more about our programs, access our services, or support our innovation, visit https://ow.ly/ycoL50XBzXC.

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We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supported CanAssist at the University of Victoria yesterday for Giving Tuesda...
12/03/2025

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supported CanAssist at the University of Victoria yesterday for Giving Tuesday! Your generosity brings us closer to delivering innovative programs, services, and assistive technology that truly transform lives.

There is still time to make a difference. Our Giving Tuesday campaign has been extended until Thursday, December 4 at 9:00 AM PST. Every donation moves us closer to creating opportunities and changing lives.

No gift is too small. Together, we can open doors and make meaningful change.

Donate now at https://ow.ly/YNjJ50XBwW9.

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3800 Finnerty Road, CARSA, University Of
Victoria, BC
V8P5C2

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+12507217300

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