WorkBC Assistive Technology Services

We provide equipment and devices to help individuals thrive in the workplace. A program funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

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“I was able to get [funding] to help pay for most of my hearing aids,” Anthony shares. “[The hearing aids] help provide the confidence I need to have in my daily work tasks." #WorkBCATS

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“[#WorkBCATS] generously provided me with a pair of Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-cancelling headphones,” Sara says. “The support has had a markedly positive impact on my work life by helping me manage sensory sensitivities during my commute.”

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“The hearing aids have really helped with communication as a lot of my job involves phone calls and in-person conversations," Joanne shares. “Having these new aids enables me to continue working in my job.” #WorkBCATS

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“Thank you to the team who assisted me in getting help for the purchase of hearing aids,” Mandy says. “[It’s] made a huge difference in being able to do my job safely.”

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“These accommodations improve my ability to answer emails with ease,” explains Dawn, a bookkeeper. “[I] definitely feel more comfortable at work as I’m not getting as fatigued as quickly using some of these assistive devices.” #WorkBCATS

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Jamie has profound hearing loss. “[I have] constant anxiety going into meetings, if my phone rings, if someone comes to ask a question or talk to me."

Through #WorkBCATS, she received the hearing aids she needs to do her job.

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Last week, we had a great time at the 2024 @ASPECTBC Conference in Victoria. Picture 1: Tina, Leila, and Michelle sitting together. Pictures 2 and 3: Nate with Valerie Meaney and Jennifer from ASPECT. #ASPECTConference2024

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While her workload increases with new responsibilities at work, Eliana's new hearing aids received through #WorkBCATS help her stay on top of it.

“I would like to sincerely give thanks to [the staff] for [their] help and thorough guidance."

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Lest we forget. #CanadaRemembers

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This National Pain Awareness Week, people are still needlessly experiencing unmanaged pain. Find out what can be done to address it and look at how far we've come in the implementation of @GovCanHealth’s Action Plan for Pain in Canada.

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Nand works full-time as a janitor. He has hearing loss, which can make it difficult to communicate. His audiologist referred him to #WorkBCATS for funding for hearing aids.

“They helped me pay for hearing aids, which helps me keep my job."

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“I was offered and have accepted a promotion to lead the dog daycare team, which means more hours on site, but also more admin work that I would never have been able to focus on if it were not for my assistive devices!" #WorkBCATS

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“They changed my life. I couldn’t use my car easily. They gave me a transfer seat and lift for my wheelchair,” shares Ahmed, who is now able to work as a rideshare driver. “Before it, I could not work alone. Now I’m working alone." #WorkBCATS

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“The hearing aids have helped enormously. I am no longer asking everyone to repeat themselves and I feel much more confident in my interactions with the professional community involved in their care,” says Paula, a homeshare provider. #WorkBCATS

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“The hearing aids have had a profound impact on my work. I can now communicate freely and easily with customers and vendors, which has been wonderful. I no longer face difficulty with essential tasks in my job,” John shares. #WorkBCATS

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We're at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre in Abbotsford until 3 pm at the @BlackPressMedia Hiring & Post-Secondary Education Expo. @Iamjoiningit

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Could you benefit from assistive technology at work? Join Nate and learn about AT, ergonomics, and other supports that can help with your employment or self-employment activities.

Our webinar runs Wednesdays at 12:30 pm PT. Register: https://t.co/EPzbB8EwCg

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“I would like to express my sincere gratitude,” Sam says. “Without [#WorkBCATS], I probably would not have proceeded with the ordering of hearing aids"

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"[#WorkBCATS] provided excellent encouragement to go ahead and acquire hearing aids for the first time, and provided generous funding,” Ryan says. “I feel much more confident when communicating with the customers on my mail route."

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