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We use technology, knowledge and passion to empower Canadians with #disabilities. Our programs include: @makersmakingchange.bsky.social. #DigitalLiteracy #Employment #AssistiveTechnology #Innovation

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Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · Dec 2

No matter your disability, you likely face barriers in everyday life. At Neil Squire, we break down barriers by helping you access employment, technology and the tools you need to live your life to the fullest.

Visit neilsquire.ca or call us toll free at 1-877-673-4636

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Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 17h

“[I] just appreciate everything that was done. [I] would not have been able to get hearing aids without this help,” Sonya shares. “I can hear the kids clearly when they come to the office asking for assistance!” #WorkBCATS

WorkBC Assistive Technology Services @workbcats.bsky.social · 18h

“I can hear the kids clearly when they come to the office asking for assistance! The students don’t have to repeat themselves, which helps them as many are shy or think they said or did something wrong,” Sonya says thanks to new hearing aids through #WorkBCATS.

Read more: buff.ly/72suV28

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 22h

Recently, our Atlantic staff attended several NBCC (New Brunswick Community College) community fair events this fall to give students information on our services . Here is Occupational Therapist Lianne Boudreau at a recent event.

#NeilSquire #Solutions #ATHelpDesk #AssistiveTechnology #NewBrunswick

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 1d

Today, Creative Employment Options National Program Manager Patty Lavakittichaiyant and Case Manager Anmol Vig presented to the SFU Co-operative Education team on supporting students with disabilities.

#NeilSquire #CreativeEmploymentOptions #Disability #NDEAM #NDEAM2025

Patty and Anmol taking a selfie with the SFU Co-op team.

Anmol and Patty on stage, with the presentation slide, "Supporting Students With Disability."

Patty and Anmol sitting in the audience with the SFU Co-op team

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 1d

Yesterday, our Prairie Region team attended @saskpolytech.bsky.social's 3rd Annual Mini Career Fair and Disability Support Professional (DSP) Open House in support of National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

#NeilSquire #CreativeEmploymentOptions #Solutions #Outreach #NDEAM #NDEAM2025

Neil Squire staff members Parker and Emily at the Neil Squire booth with posters for our Solutions and Creative Employment Options programs.

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 1d

#TechTuesday: Our AT Help Desk team looks at how you can use ChatGPT to generate study material.

Read more: buff.ly/EYXp5As

#NeilSquire #ATHelpDesk #AssistiveTechnology #Apps #DigitalLiteracy

Youth studying together at a round table.

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 1d

Yesterday, our team had a great time at the UBC Science Undergraduate Society Community Engagement Fair.

Pictured left to right: Case Manager William Wong, Job Developer Enrique Vazquez, and Director of @makersmakingchange.bsky.social Justin Pezzin.

#CreativeEmploymentOptions #NDEAM #NDEAM2025

William, Enrique, and Justin at a Neil Squire booth with a poster for Creative Employment Options on display.

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Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 2d

Seaver Stafford, assistive technology specialist and member of our AT Help Desk team, appeared on The Disability Diaries podcast with Steven Vine to talk about our organization, technology, AI, employment, and more.

Listen: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s...

An image of Steven Vine, who is in a wheelchair. Text notes: "The Disability Diaries podcast with Steven Vine," with the show tagline, "If you can do it, do it."

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 5d

In the latest episode of "We Have Solutions," the AT Help Desk team reviews some great new apps including Blitzit, ReadSpeak TextAid, Huxe, as well as a promising new piece of hardware called the TourBox Creative Console that has a lot of potential as an adaptive controller.

Listen: buff.ly/TsLwc4w

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 5d

Our Prairie Region team is at the University of Regina for the Saskatchewan Adaptive Physical Activity Symposium.

L-R: Chris Neal Langdon, Sr Case Manager; Nikki Langdon, Regional Director; Shanelle Gilman, @makersmakingchange.bsky.social Western Region Coordinator; Amanda LaRose, AT Specialist.

Chris, Nikki, Shanelle, and Amanda at the Neil Squire booth with posters for the Creative Employment Options and Solutions programs on display.

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Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 6d

Today, Shannel Boon, our Case Manager and Job Developer at our Calgary office, is attending the Untapped Potential Conference in Edmonton. The Untapped Potential Conference looks at addressing barriers in the workplace to create a more supportive and inclusive environment.

#NDEAM2025 #NDEAM

Shannel at a Neil Squire booth with posters for our Solutions and Creative Employment Options programs.

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 7d

Stan's history with our organization goes back a long time, even before our formal founding in 1984, working with our founder Bill Cameron in R&D. Recently, however, he accessed our programs for the first time, taking part in our Distance Computer Comfort program.

Read more: buff.ly/mvW7bvX

Chad Leaman, Gary Birch, and Stan at our 40th Anniversary.

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 7d

“I really appreciate the help given,” Dallas says. “I can hold meetings and communicate to co-workers and supervisors efficiently. I can also answer the phone and hear alarms in the kitchen. I hear sounds I never been able to hear for as long as I can remember.” #WorkBCATS

WorkBC Assistive Technology Services @workbcats.bsky.social · 7d

With the help of funding from #WorkBCATS, Dallas got the hearing aids he needs to do his job effectively. He has noticed a big difference at work.

“I really appreciate the help given,” he says. “I can hold meetings & communicate to co-workers & supervisors efficiently.”

Read more: buff.ly/oNmPmHu

WorkBC Assistive Technology Services participant Dallas.

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 7d

Our AT Help Desk team looks at ReadSpeaker TextAid, a reading, writing, and studying literacy support tool that is absolutely packed with helpful features. Reading text aloud is the main feature of this app, but there’s so many more helpful features to consider.

Read more: buff.ly/eJIS8sb

A woman writes into a notebook while using the laptop.

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 8d

One more Orange Shirt Day photo from our Fredericton office.

#OrangeShirtDay #TruthAndReconciliation

Our Fredericton office wearing orange shirts.

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 8d

All of our staff across Canada have been encouraged to reflect on the day and take part in local ceremonies. [4/4]

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 8d

Neil Squire is committed to understanding the truths of our shared history, to accept and learn from it and in turn we are determined to contribute to the creation of a better, more inclusive Canada. [3/4]

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 8d

Today is also Orange Shirt Day, and by wearing orange shirts today, we commit to the enduring truth that every child matters, every day and everywhere. [2/4]

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 8d

September 30th is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day in which we honour the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. [1/4]

Burnaby office staff wearing orange shirts.

Prairie Regional Staff in Regina wearing orange shirts.

Central Regional Director Cheryl Colmer wearing an orange shirt at an event at the Odawa Native Friendship Centre.

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Makers Making Change @makersmakingchange.bsky.social · 9d

At École Madeleine Bergeron, a specialized school in Quebec City that serves over 120 students with disabilities from across eastern Quebec, student makers in the Adapta3D program build devices for their fellow students and staff.

Read more: buff.ly/YCI73BB

Students at École Madeleine Bergeron in Adapta3D.

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Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 9d

Our next #CreativeEmploymentOptions webinar will dive deep into the strategies for leveraging LinkedIn to advance your career. Learn to optimize your profile, expand your network, and connect with industry professionals who can open doors.

Register: buff.ly/ImIw8xW

A man smiles while going on a laptop. Text: "LinkedIn for Job Search, a free webinar for job seekers with disabilities at October 7th at 10 am PDT."

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 12d

Make play accessible. #HackingForTheHolidays

Makers Making Change @makersmakingchange.bsky.social · 12d

Make play accessible this holiday season.

We're excited to launch #HackingForTheHolidays, and we're looking to raise $200,000, donate 2,000 toys and switches to families and clinicians across Canada, and engage 2,000 volunteers.

Donate today and give the gift of play: buff.ly/II2aXkV

A young boy plays with bubbles from a switch adapted bubble blower, which is held by a pair of clinicians.

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 12d

In our Creative Employment Options program, Tyler built his self-confidence and found a job he loves in a museum gift shop.

“I have nothing but amazing things to say about Neil Squire Society and how they helped me reach this goal!”

Read more: buff.ly/dKiW3ZX

Creative Employment Options participant Tyler at work at the museum gift shop.

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 13d

Today, we celebrated Kiock's retirement after 19 years on the Neil Squire accounting team. Enjoy your next adventure, Kiock!

A cake with the text, "Happy Retirement Kiock (from NSS family)."

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 14d

Shannel Boon, our Case Manager and Job Developer at our Calgary Office, is attending the Fall 2025 Airdrie Regional Job Fair at Genesis Place hosted by Prospect.

#NeilSquire #Outreach #Employment #CreativeEmploymentOptions #Solutions

Shannel at a Neil Squire table with posters for our Creative Employment Options and Solutions programs on display.

Neil Squire Society @neilsquiresociety.bsky.social · 14d

“My new hearing aids are making a world of difference. I had no idea how much I wasn’t hearing before.” #WorkBCATS

WorkBC Assistive Technology Services @workbcats.bsky.social · 14d

“My new hearing aids are making a world of difference. I had no idea how much I wasn’t hearing before,” Deborah explains. “I am able to carry out my work tasks in a more efficient manner than I could before.” #WorkBCATS

Read more: buff.ly/LroHU7P

WorkBC Assistive Technology Services participant Deborah.