Closed
Last Update: May 14, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides a loaner walker to eligible individuals in Quebec. It supports mobility and social integration for people who meet the medical and functional requirements, and the application requires a medical certificate.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Loan of a walker for short and medium-distance mobility.
- Support for social integration and remaining in the living environment.
Documents Needed
- Medical certificate for the physical or severe cardiorespiratory impairment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals with a physical impairment affecting walking.
- Individuals with a severe respiratory or cardiovascular impairment.
- Adult Quebec residents.
Who is not eligible
- People already covered for the same type of aid by another national, federal, or private insurance program.
- People with severe balance issues.
- People who already receive another government mobility aid used only for walking assistance.
- People living in a long-term care centre or public intermediate resource.
Eligible expenses
- No fees or deductibles for the loaner walker.
- Uncovered portion of costs for people with private insurance or social assistance.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs already covered by another national, federal, or private insurance program.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Contact your CISSS or CIUSSS to enrol.
- Provide the required medical certificate.
- Allocation is based on an overall assessment of needs and resources.
Additional information
- The user must keep the walker insured.
- The walker must be returned when it is no longer used or after the beneficiary’s death.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Technical Walking Aid Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Technical Walking Aid Program. 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 Technical Walking Aid Program?
This program provides a loaner walker to eligible individuals in Quebec. It supports mobility and social integration for people who meet the medical and functional requirements, and the application requires a medical certificate.
Who is eligible for the Technical Walking Aid Program program?
To be eligible for the Technical Walking Aid Program program, you must:
Quebec resident.
Adult with qualifying impairment.
Independent walker use.
What expenses are eligible under Technical Walking Aid Program?
Loan of a walker for short and medium-distance mobility.
Support for social integration and remaining in the living environment.
Who can I contact for more information about the Technical Walking Aid Program?
You can contact Government of Québec by email at info@ophq.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 819 475-8585.
Where is the Technical Walking Aid Program available?
The Technical Walking Aid Program program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Technical Walking Aid Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Technical Walking Aid Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Technical Walking Aid Program?
Technical Walking Aid Program is funded by Government of Québec