The Business ACCESS-Ability Grant Program 2026 is now accepting applications. To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, interested applicants are urged to visit here.
About Business ACCESS-Ability Grant Program for Canada
Opportunity Details
This program offers cost-shared grants to business for accessibility related improvements. Grants are intended to improve overall accessibility and create welcoming environments that persons with disabilities can access for business and employment opportunities.
Benefits of Business ACCESS-Ability Grant Program for Canada
- Financial Support: Covers up to two-thirds of eligible project costs, with a maximum grant of $50,000.
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Inclusive Growth: Helps businesses create welcoming environments for persons with disabilities, enhancing customer reach and employee diversity.
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Compliance & Reputation: Aligns with Nova Scotia’s Accessibility Act and the goal of becoming fully accessible by 2030, boosting public image and community trust.
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Broad Project Scope: Supports a wide range of improvements—from physical upgrades like ramps and bathrooms to digital accessibility, assistive devices, and training.
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Capacity Building: Encourages adoption of universal design principles, fostering long-term accessibility awareness and expertise within organizations.
Business ACCESS-Ability Grant Program for Canada Requirements
- Built Environment and Accessibility Certification – Ramps, Accessible bathrooms, Automatic door openers, Accessible parking and pathways, etc.
- Accessible Communication and Information – Accessible web design, Accessible signage, Assistive technologies, etc.
- Assistive Devices – Movable equipment, Page turners, Adaptive switches, Voice recognition programs, etc.
- Accessible Transportation – Converting or purchasing a wheelchair accessible shuttle service vehicle, etc.
- Universal Design Capacity Building – Trainer fees, Resources, Hosting costs, Promotion, etc.
Application Date and Process
- Please read the guidelines and then speak with the Business ACCESS-Ability program officer about your proposed project before completing the application form.
- Complete the Business ACCESS-Ability Program Application form.
- Use the checklist to assemble your application package— the form and all requested documentation.
- Submit your complete application package to our office by mail, email, or fax.
- Receive confirmation of submitted application within 2 weeks of applying
Your submission will not be sent for evaluation until we receive all required documentation. If we do not receive all documentation your application will be deemed incomplete
Application Deadline
14 February, 2026
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