$50K available for people with disabilities to modify a vehicle for accessibility

    Wednesday, 30 July 2025 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Since 2020, a total of 80 individuals and their families have benefited from this funding.

    Applications are now being accepted for the Accessible Vehicle Funding program. $350K is available to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. Grants under the program provide up to $50,000 to eligible individuals and families toward the cost of modifying personal vehicles. Since 2020, a total of 80 individuals and their families have benefited from this funding. The deadline for applications is September 2nd, 2025.More information can be found at gov.nl.ca

     

     

     

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