These grants, up to $25,000, assist with costs of retrofitting a passenger vehicle to meet accessibility standards or assist with the purchase of a new vehicle, which can accommodate passengers with mobility devices, such as wheelchairs and scooters.
Anyone needing an Accessible Taxi Grant can now apply. This includes individuals, companies and agencies that are able to deliver accessible taxi services within the province. These grants, up to $25,000, assist with costs of retrofitting a passenger vehicle to meet accessibility standards or assist with the purchase of a new vehicle, which can accommodate passengers with mobility devices, such as wheelchairs and scooters. The accessible taxi service must give priority to persons with disabilities, but may provide taxi services to all customers. The deadline to apply is January 5th. To obtain a copy of the guidelines and application form, please visit the department’s website, email CSSDGrantPrograms@gov.nl.ca, call toll-free 1-888-729-6279
Police lift shelter in place order for McIvers residents, one man taken into custody
53-year-old man loses vehicle and license after traffic stop in Stephenville last night
RNC seize a number of vehicles and suspend licenses in the Corner Brook region over the weekend
36-year-old Christopher Bourgeois facing charges after a disturbance at a home in Norris Point
February is Heart and Stroke month
