Kootenay-Columbia MP David Wilks, on behalf of the Honourable Candice Bergen, Minister of State (Social Development), last week announced the Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF) Call for Proposals for projects that increase accessibility in Canadian communities.

Organizations are encouraged to apply for funding through the EAF 2014 call for proposals for projects that will help improve accessibility in community facilities for Canadians with disabilities. The deadline for submitting proposals is Friday, August 1.

Over $8 million in funding is available through this year’s call for proposals. All applications are reviewed against eligibility criteria, call for proposal requirements and program objectives.

Quick Facts

Application information is available on Employment and Social Development Canada’s website at http://www.esdc.gc.ca/eng/disability/eaf/.

Since the creation of the EAF in 2007, our government has funded over 1,400 projects, helping thousands of Canadians gain better access to their communities’ facilities, programs and services.

Examples of eligible projects could include: 

– renovations to widen hallways and doorways;

– installing elevators;

– installing automated power doors;

– replacing doorknobs that are difficult to grasp with accessible handles, and installing accessible washrooms and showers;

– upgrading facilities that offer programs for adults and/or children with autism and other cognitive/intellectual impairments.

Economic Action Plan 2013 extended the Enabling Accessibility Fund on an on-going basis at $15 million per year to improve accessibility in facilities across Canada, including workplaces.

Our government also supported the creation of a Canadian employers disability forum, expanded the Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities, created a new generation of Labour Market Agreements for Persons with Disabilities, and expanded the Ready, Willing & Able initiative.

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