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A Conversation with Wheelchair in Motion

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  Wendy Hillier, co-founder of Wheelchair in Motion, talks to Kerri Quirt from You, Me and Tea Recordings about the benefits that her accessible van rental service offers to customers of all abilities. “Our vehicles are customized to accommodate wheelchair users, scooter users, even people who use a walker who have challenges getting into a […]

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Canada Without Barriers

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It’s been a long road but the end is in sight. On May 13, 2019, the Senate of Canada passed the third reading of Bill C-81, the Accessible Canada Act. As the bill heads back to the House of Commons for a vote, it seems almost certain to receive Royal Assent. What will this historic […]

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“Pet-iquette”: How to Interact with Service Animals

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Have you been to a Canadian airport lately, visited a nursing home, or “pawsed” for a coffee at a cat café? It’s not uncommon to see dogs with jobs, therapy pets, and service animals working in and about our daily routine. Whether it’s a parrot, a ferret, a cat or a horse, animals offer unconditional […]

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Take a Deep Breath

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What’s on your mind: work, exams, holiday planning, meeting deadlines and expectations?  According to Statistics Canada, about 25% of Canadians describe their stress level as high to extreme, and 62% identify work as their main source of stress.   The strain of our demanding lifestyle is taking its toll on our mental and physical health.  High […]

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The All-Inclusive Family Vacation

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It’s that time of year when winter is dragging on and we dream of heading south.  A tropical all-inclusive paradise would be nice – just pack the bags and go.  For some of us though, “all-inclusive” means something different when there are special needs to be arranged.  Where do you dream of going on a […]

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Moving Forward After a Loss

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What happens after losing a loved one, the person at the centre of our life?  We mourn, we reflect, and somehow we move on, propped up by the support of others and an inner strength we never knew we had. For John and Wendy Hillier, their daughter-in-law Corinne Foucault was more than the centre of […]

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Accessing Happiness and the Great Outdoors

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Is the rain dampening your spirits?  Weather can affect our mood, but did you know that our exposure to nature is connected to happiness?  So maybe it’s not the rain but being cooped up inside that makes us feel blue.  In her latest book, “The Nature Fix”, Florence Williams talks about the science behind nature’s […]

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Answering the Top 5 Frequently Asked Questions About Wheelchair In Motion

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Have you ever wondered how Wheelchair in Motion can help you or your loved ones move easily from place to place? What are accessible transportation services and how do you rent an accessible vehicle? Will a van rental have everything someone with mobility challenges requires to have a safe and successful trip? Wheelchair In Motion […]

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What Makes Wheelchair In Motion The Best Choice When You Need To Rent An Accessible Van?

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Wheelchair In Motion wants to provide the best customer service that meets the needs of those individuals and families where mobility is physically challenging. With over 20 years of industry experience, our founder, John Hillier has first-hand knowledge about the obstacles of transporting physically challenged family and friends across Southern Ontario.

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