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Small Business BC — Workplace Accessibility Grant
Money for small business employers in BC
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Open Date : June 21, 2021
- Closing date : March 31, 2024
Location
Pacific, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Get up to $2,500 in direct financial support towards creating an inclusive work environment for persons with a disability(ies). Use the money for a variety of projects from upgrading technology to revising policies to training, and more.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Optimize production processes
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : June 21, 2021
- Closing date : March 31, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Pacific
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 50 employees maximum
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The Workplace Accessibility Grant is aimed at aiding small businesses to create inclusive work environments by addressing various barriers. Eligible projects focus on enhancing accessibility through environmental modifications, technology solutions, and training programs.
- Installation of ramps, improved lighting, and accessible washrooms to address environmental barriers.
- Providing anti-bias training to improve workplace attitudes towards persons with disabilities.
- Conducting accessibility audits of workflows and adapting interview practices to be more inclusive.
- Revising company policies with legal advice to enhance accessibility standards.
- Creating accessible information channels including ASL versions and material in Braille.
- Investing in technology such as specially designed software, adaptive communication devices, and remote working tools.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
This grant is open to small businesses with fewer than 50 employees, including the owner. Applicants must be registered and licensed in British Columbia. Projects must enhance workplace accessibility and address barriers for people with disabilities, covering areas like environment, attitudes, practices, policies, information and communication, and technologies.
Eligible expenses
The Workplace Accessibility Grant in British Columbia assists small businesses in funding projects that enhance accessibility for persons with disabilities. Eligible projects aim to identify and address various workplace barriers.
- Environmental modifications such as installing ramps, adjusting lighting levels, and building accessible washrooms.
- Adapting vehicles to accommodate employees with disabilities.
- Providing anti-bias training to address and change attitudes within the workplace.
- Amending interview processes to be more inclusive and providing ASL interpreting for new staff orientation.
- Conducting accessibility audits of workflow and systems in the business.
- Revising policies with legal and consulting advice to promote inclusivity.
- Improving information and communication by creating job task checklists in pictorial form or ASL and making application forms accessible to screen readers.
- Printing materials in large font or Braille and updating web pages for accessibility.
- Purchasing software and technologies that enable accessible document production or facilitate communication for disabled employees.
- Installing flashing fire alarms for deaf employees and providing specialized headsets or communication tools.
- Purchasing tablets or laptops for remote work or specialized tools necessary for business operations.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is aimed at supporting small businesses registered and operating within a specific region of Canada. Eligible businesses must comply with geographical criteria as set by the program.
- Businesses registered and licensed in British Columbia, Canada.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- A waitlist is available due to high demand, although it does not guarantee funding.
- Cash payments and handwritten receipts will not be accepted as proof of purchase.
- Personal bank accounts are not accepted for grant reimbursement; a business bank account is mandatory.
- Payments are processed through SparcPay, requiring account registration by the applicant.
- Funds will not be reimbursed for any purchases made before April 1, 2021.
- Third-party applications on behalf of businesses are not accepted to protect applicant privacy.
- Verification of BC Business Registration Number is necessary for application approval.
- Businesses may reapply for the grant if the current application is closed, up to the maximum amount.
- The $5,000 grant amount includes applicable taxes like GST and PST.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Small Business BC — Workplace Accessibility Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Small Business BC — Workplace Accessibility Grant. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Small Business BC — Workplace Accessibility Grant?
Get up to $2,500 in direct financial support towards creating an inclusive work environment for persons with a disability(ies). Use the money for a variety of projects from upgrading technology to revising policies to training, and more.
How much funding can be received?
Small Business BC — Workplace Accessibility Grant Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Small Business BC — Workplace Accessibility Grant program?
To be eligible for the Small Business BC — Workplace Accessibility Grant program, you must:
The business must have fewer than 50 employees, including the owner.
Businesses must be registered and licensed in British Columbia at the time of application submission.
A valid BC Business Registration Number and a municipal business license are required for application.
What expenses are eligible under Small Business BC — Workplace Accessibility Grant?
The Workplace Accessibility Grant is aimed at aiding small businesses to create inclusive work environments by addressing various barriers. Eligible projects focus on enhancing accessibility through environmental modifications, technology solutions, and training programs. Installation of ramps, improved lighting, and accessible washrooms to address environmental barriers.
Providing anti-bias training to improve workplace attitudes towards persons with disabilities.
Conducting accessibility audits of workflows and adapting interview practices to be more inclusive.
Revising company policies with legal advice to enhance accessibility standards.
Creating accessible information channels including ASL versions and material in Braille.
Investing in technology such as specially designed software, adaptive communication devices, and remote working tools.
Who can I contact for more information about the Small Business BC — Workplace Accessibility Grant?
You can contact Small Business BC or by phone at 604-775-5525.
Where is the Small Business BC — Workplace Accessibility Grant available?
The Small Business BC — Workplace Accessibility Grant program is available Pacific, British Columbia.