Neil Squire Society

We use technology, knowledge and passion to empower Canadians with disabilities.

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About Neil Squire Society

A breath. A conversation. A world of possibilities.

The Neil Squire Society has been revolutionizing the lives of Canadians with disabilities since 1984 through accessible technology.

Our organization was established when 21-year-old Neil Squire was left a brain-stem tetraplegic after a car crash. Seeing he was unable to speak or move his arms and legs, Neil’s family and a group of professionals in Vancouver created a ground-breaking device allowing him to communicate by using his breath to type Morse code. The technology was rudimentary at the time but it reconnected Neil to the world, allowing him to speak with family and friends once again. After Neil passed, the small but mighty group formed the Society in his name to keep improving the lives of people with disabilities.

Speaking to a loved one. Checking email. Maintaining or finding a new job. Since Day One, our mandate hasn’t changed—we believe people of all abilities should have the opportunity to live, work and play without barriers.

Our work is focused on four distinct areas: Innovation, Digital Literacy, Employment, and Assistive Technology.

We create affordable assistive technology devices that give people with disabilities greater control over their lives. We offer immersive programs that teach people with disabilities how to use technology and succeed both at home and in the workplace. We provide ergonomic solutions and access to assistive technologies that remove barriers for people with disabilities.

We are the Canadian leader in Assistive Technology, from innovation right through to trialing and implementation.

Together, our work enables people with disabilities to achieve their goals, reach their full potential and continue living life to the fullest.

We put a priority on collaborating with community, industry, and government who share our passion for making Canada more accessible for all. Through our collaborations, we can do more—explore more ways to empower people with disabilities.

Under the leadership of Dr. Gary Birch, we have grown and thrived. What began in 1984 as three people in a small Vancouver office has grown to more than 15 offices with a collective staff of 100 across Canada.

Dr. Birch advanced the organization by connecting business, innovation, and social purpose. Our unique culture is evident in all areas of our organization and lives through our experienced and diverse team of staff and volunteers, many of whom have also personally benefitted from our services.

The impact of Neil Squire will continue to benefit all Canadians by helping ensure people of all ability have the opportunity to live, work, and play without barriers.

Secondary Locations

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Prairie Regional Office

Address

1353 Broad Street Regina, SK S4R 7V1

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Central Regional Office

Address

815 St. Laurent Blvd, Room 218 Ottawa, ON K1K 3A7

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Atlantic Regional Office

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440 York Street Fredericton, NB E3B 3P7

Industry Type: Social services/Assistance

Contact Info

Website	https://www.neilsquire.ca/
Twitter	https://twitter.com/https://twitter.com/NeilSquireSoc
Video	https://youtu.be/PGHxbxPDLO0

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Nearby parking	Nearby parking
Proximity to Public Transit location	Proximity to Public Transit location
Hours of operation are within Public Transit hours	Hours of operation are within Public Transit hours
Accessible location	Accessible location
Quiet environment	Quiet environment
Positive and supportive environment	Positive and supportive environment
Individual office spaces	Individual office spaces
Scent-free workplace	Scent-free workplace
Break room / quiet room	Break room / quiet room
Casual or no dress code	Casual or no dress code
Closed on weekends	Closed on weekends
Potential for a gradual start (hours increase until the staff member reaches their agreed upon schedule)	Potential for a gradual start (hours increase until the staff member reaches their agreed upon schedule)
Willing to adapt the interview process	Willing to adapt the interview process
Ability to schedule around schooling or family and childcare needs	Ability to schedule around schooling or family and childcare needs
We are committed to social inclusion	We are committed to social inclusion
economic equity	economic equity
and a productive society that includes people with disabilities and gives them equal opportunity to contribute and participate.	and a productive society that includes people with disabilities and gives them equal opportunity to contribute and participate.
We value diversity and we employ individuals that reflect the communities we serve including men and women of diverse ages	We value diversity and we employ individuals that reflect the communities we serve including men and women of diverse ages
religions and persons with disabilities	religions and persons with disabilities
sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. We also ensure diverse employees are included in learning and development opportunities.	sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. We also ensure diverse employees are included in learning and development opportunities.
We respect every team member.	We respect every team member.
We value everyone’s contribution.	We value everyone’s contribution.
We value freedom and autonomy while upholding service	We value freedom and autonomy while upholding service
quality	quality
and accountability.	and accountability.