Assistive Devices Program

Easter Seals Nova Scotia can take any non-motorized assistive device. This includes commodes, bath benches, folding manual wheelchairs, rollators, walkers, etc.

If you have an item(s) you would like to donate, please contact estech@easterseals.ns.ca or 902-453-6000 ext. 226 to make arrangements for pick up or drop off of your item(s).

Please note that we are currently unable to pick up donations from Cape Breton and that we do not provide tax receipts for donated equipment.

Adaptive Support Fund

Currently, in Nova Scotia, 37.9% of the population identifies as living with a disability; this is the highest rate in Canada. At Easter Seals Nova Scotia, we understand that one of the ways to take down barriers and increase independence is the ability to access adaptive supports. These adaptive supports can come with a significant price tag that carries an increased burden on Nova Scotians and their families. With the creation of the Adaptive Support Fund, we hope to alleviate some of this financial hardship.

Due to overwhelming interest, applications for the Adaptive Support Fund are now closed.

There is a great need for funding when it comes to adaptive supports, and we are always looking for funding partners for this program. We look forward to re-opening funding applications in April 2027 and hope to have even more opportunities to alleviate the cost of adaptive supports for Nova Scotian individuals and families.

All funds for this program are provided by private and/or corporate donations. If you would like to donate to this program, please please click here.

Wheelchair Recycling Program

This program is managed in partnership with the Nova Scotia Department of Opportunities and Social Development. 

Clients of the Department of Opportunities and Social Development (who meet program criteria) may obtain and receive new or refurbished wheelchairs based on the application form submitted by an Occupational Therapist. If clients need repairs to their wheelchair, you are eligible to apply to our Equipment Repair program. Certain conditions do apply.

Access 2 Card Program

The Access 2 Card program helps to ensure that entertainment, cultural and recreational opportunities are more available and accessible to all. Managed and administered by Easter Seals Canada (located in Toronto), the Access 2 Card program has grown to reach over 100,000 Canadians living with disabilities. It includes over 500 participating partner venues across the country.

To learn more and apply visit www.access2card.ca.

Disability Travel Card

When a cardholder presents the Disability Travel Card when purchasing a ticket for travel with one of our participating partners, one support person can accompany them at a reduced fare.

The Disability Travel Card is managed and administered by Easter Seals Canada. The card does not expire. Easter Seals Canada acts as the distributor of the Disability Travel Card only and has no responsibility for any issues/complaints regarding the customer service of the carrier. Please contact the carrier for any issues.

The Disability Travel Card is not valid with any airlines.

The applicant must agree to follow the terms and conditions found on the application.

For additional additional information on this program, please contact Heidi Wallace at heidi@easterseals.ns.ca or 902-453-6000 ext. 233.

To download the fillable application form click here.

To download the application form in French click here.