Adaptive Living Expo

06/02/2024

Thanks so much to everyone who SHOWED UP and SUPPORTED OTTAWA'S FIRST ADAPTIVE LIVING EXPO!! We really appreciate all of you!! We hope you had as much as we did! It was beautiful seeing our community come together again after many years!! Stay tuned for Adaptive Living Expo 2025!!!

06/01/2024

06/01/2024

So happy for all the wonderful things that are happening with Ability Hive!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Come see them tomorrow!!

05/31/2024

Questions?! Check out our FAQ section! Or ask here! 👇👇

One question we just received is whether you have to stay the whole day? Nope! It's FREE/No registration - come and go as you please! Stay all day or just an hour or two, grab a coffee and a bite to eat, catch one (or all) of the presentations - the day is yours to explore!
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Adaptive Living Expo 2024 in Ottawa. Wheelchair Accessible Venue, Free to Attend, Free Parking

05/31/2024

Still a force — join 176000 fellow members who share a common purpose — making retirement better for federal retirees, veterans, and all Canadians! Find out more from their team on Saturday and see how you can get involved!

05/31/2024

The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County provides support, coaching, education and activities for everyone impacted by dementia. Learn more about brain health and dementia with The Dementia Learning Hub and more!

05/31/2024

You asked and here it is! The map for the day and the lineup of amazing presentations 🫶🏽 Both can be downloaded off our website as well! Save to your phone - or we will also have some printed copies available when you arrive!

05/30/2024

To know Brenda Hollingsworth is to know someone who fiercely supports local business; and is even more fierce when fighting for those who need a personal injury lawyer. 💪🏽 Brenda and her partner Richard have been running Auger Hollingsworth Law Firm for over 20 years and continue to put their community first. Come by and chat with their team on Saturday!

05/30/2024

Love it! And what do you know, Villagia in the Glebe, Darling Solutions and The Good Companions Seniors' Centre will all be at the Adaptive Living Expo on Saturday! THIS IS COMMUNITY!!!! 🥰

05/30/2024

1-800-GOT-JUNK? and owner Pierrette Raymond have always been such an incredible supporter of local businesses & events in Ottawa. They were one of the first to immediately jump on and sponsor the Adaptive Living Expo (helping to keep it free for everyone to attend)! Unfortunately they can no longer make it to the show - as it’s their busiest moving day! We hope you’ll show them some love, give a follow and if needed - reach out to the best junk removal service around! 💪🏽💙 Thank you Luc & Pierrette!!

05/29/2024

JUNE 1st - NEPEAN SPORTSPLEX (HALLS A & B): 10AM - 3PM!
✔️ 59+ AMAZING, LOCAL EXHIBITORS
✔️ FREE ADMISSION
✔️ FREE PARKING
✔️ FREE COFFEE FOR FIRST 300 ATTENDEES!
✔️ ENGAGING PRESENTATIONS
✔️ CHRONIC & ICONIC MAKERS MARKET (you can purchase unique items & support disabled/chronically ill artists!)
✔️ FREE CLINICS
✔️ 25% DISCOUNT COUPONS FOR OMS PRODUCTS & OTHERS
✔️ SO MUCH MORE.. Check out the website to find out all the details! Hope to see everyone this Saturday!! 🤩🥳

Ottawa's first FREE expo for accessible, adaptive and inclusive living for every age and ability. Disability, Chronic Illness, and Aging resources and businesses at the Nepean Sportsplex. June 1, 2024 from 10am to 3pm! Free Admission. Free Parking.

05/29/2024

In May 2015, Michelle experienced a tragic fall that forever changed the course of her life. The fall resulted in the sudden loss of mobility and independence due to a spinal cord injury that left her grappling with disbelief, shock and uncertainty about her future. Despite the overwhelming challenges ahead, she would not succumb to despair and was determined to rise above her circumstances.

will be on our stage this Saturday at 1130am to share her story - and it’s not one you want to miss. 💜

05/29/2024

Exciting news!! HearCanada will be offering a FREE hearing clinic at the Adaptive Living Expo this Saturday! Did you know approximately three in five adults have hearing loss, tinnitus or both conditions? Untreated hearing loss reduces quality of life and increases the risk for various long-term health conditions.
🗣️🦻 Make sure to stop by and take advantage of this amazing offer!

05/28/2024

Regional Ramp is proud to be the Adaptive Living Expo’s Ramp It Up Sponsor! They’ll be providing a ramp up to our main stage to ensure it’s safe and accessible for everyone. Stop by their booth this Saturday to chat about all of your ramp questions!
Thank you Regional Ramp!

05/28/2024

Congratulations to BuildAble for this nomination! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

BuildAble has been nominated as an Accessibility Champion! 🎉

Meet Kyla & Sean MacGinnis, the passionate owners of BuildAble who have dedicated the past 10 years to making communities more accessible and inclusive.

Sean and Kyla are relentless advocates for accessibility, often engaging in political advocacy to ensure our communities are inclusive for everyone. Their dedication and hard work truly embody the spirit of Accessibility Champions! 🌟

Know other Accessibility Champions? Nominate them and let’s celebrate those who make a difference! 🌟 https://ow.ly/8Oiq50RWf8a

[Image Description: Text Accessibility Champions. Illustrated megaphone. Banner with text Business. Text below Recognizing owners Kyla & Sean MacGinnis from Buildable! Spinal Cord Injury logo. Photo of BuildAble team. Illustrated heart shaped design.

05/28/2024

SAM3 is a collaboration between the Bruyère Research Institute and Carleton University in partnership with the AGE-WELL Centres of Excellence. SAM3 stands for Sensors and Analytics for Monitoring Mobility and Memory. Our focus is research and innovation projects on the application of technology based solutions to enable an aging population to maintain a healthy and independent lifestyle. These solutions are co-created with industry, clinical, academic, and older adults and their families.

Stop by their booth this Saturday and find out how you can contribute/participate!!

05/27/2024

We're big fans of the Tetra Society Ottawa Chapter ! Tetra builds innovative solutions for people with physical disabilities to overcome environmental barriers, providing greater independence, quality of life, and inclusion.

Make sure to stop by their booth on June 1st!

05/27/2024

Kyla MacGinnis recently spoke with Daytime Ottawa’s Derick Fage about the upcoming Adaptive Living Expo happening on June 1st from 10am-3pm at the Nepean Sportsplex! Thanks for having us Derick! Always so much fun!

05/27/2024

In recognition of National AccessABILITY Week occurring between May 26th to June 1st 2024, BuildAble is hosting the Adaptive Living Expo!!
We will celebrate the valuable contributions and leadership of Canadians with disabilities. Many private, non-profit agencies, Authors, Artists, Athletes & Attendees, etc. are coming together to highlight the work of people, organizations and communities that are removing barriers.

Happy National AccessAbility Week, Canada! The theme for National AccessAbility Week 2024 is “Forward Together: Accessibility and Inclusion for All.

JOIN US ON June 1st, 2024 at the Nepean Sportsplex from 10am - 3pm for the Adaptive Living Expo!

Free Admission & Free Parking! See you there! Everyone is welcome! It is an Accessible venue.

05/27/2024

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Good morning, people who are on Facebook.

It's National Accessibility Awareness Week. Which is a perfect time to remind you that if you capitalize the first letters of the words in your hashtag, it helps individuals using accessibility devices/software to read them.

Thanks. Carry on with your morning.

05/26/2024

TWO INCREDIBLE AUTHORS…will be in the chronic & iconic makers market! Both Lara Wellman and Misty Pratt, will have their books available for purchase!
Can’t wait to get my (hopefully signed 🤞🏽🤞🏽) copies. Come out and support these awesome women on June 1st!

05/26/2024

“EVERYONE deserves to be a SUPER HERO!!”
We are pumped and super excited to bring
“POWER WHEELS 613” to the Adaptive Living Expo JUNE.1.2024
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These adaptive outfits which will bring super hero vibes to ALL! Catherine Landry / Call Betty / Sheshopslocal.ca is absolutely thrilled to roll up to this epic event and showcase a variety of POWER WHEEL outfits, designed to bring imagination and FUN to the world!!

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PERCENTAGE OF SALES TO CHEO!!

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05/24/2024

We are pleased to introduce you to another amazing Adaptive Living Expo Premium Sponsor - Assurance Home Care! Come meet this compassionate, empathetic & fun team on June 1st from 10am - 3pm at The Nepean Sportsplex!
FREE ADMISSION & FREE PARKING!

The Assurance Home Care Difference:

“At Assurance Home Care, we set ourselves apart with our unparalleled commitment to quality care and deep understanding of our clients’ needs. Our approach combines thoughtful matching of client and caregiver, advanced training and preparation, and compassionate service, ensuring every client feels valued and cared for. Our focus on continuous improvement and client feedback helps cement our position as a trusted leader in home care. The Assurance difference is visible in every smile we bring to our clients’ faces…and it’s backed up by our “Make it Right Guarantee”.

05/24/2024

Meet the super talented Kimberly Bernier Art - one of our amazing Chronic & Iconic makers!
After retiring from nursing due to illness, Kim Bernier set forth on a new journey and adventure in art. Completely self taught, she has tapped into a remarkable and unique talent. Kimberly’s artwork has been featured on the Rachael Ray Show on the CBS television network. She has painted pet portraits for numerous clients including Kortney Wilson’s pug Donny, from HGTV’s Masters of Flip. Kim has collaborated with Canadian musical artist, Jann Arden, in order to raise funds for The Alice Sanctuary. Kimberly has had the honour of winning numerous awards and has been published twice in the artandcolor365 magazine.

You’ll definitely want to pick up one of her incredible pieces on June 1st!