Adapt Expo - Ottawa

01/26/2026

✨ TWO EXPOS. ONE AMAZING DAY. ✨
Mark your calendars, friends! The ADAPT EXPO & Ottawa Inclusive & Para Sports Expo return:
🗓️ Saturday, May 9th 2026!
📍Side by side @ Carleton University:
FIELDHOUSE & RAVENS’ NEST!

Exhibitor registration opening soon 🙂
www.AdaptExpo.ca

Hosted by: BuildAble, Abilities Centre Ottawa, OIPSE committee volunteers, Spinal Cord Injury Ontario and Whimble!

06/13/2025

06/02/2025

THANK YOU. Thank you thank you!
I can’t speak for everyone involved, but need to share thanks to every single person + pupperoni🦮 that showed up…. to those that helped champion this event, the incredible volunteers — and our community: Thank You!

This was a BIG, new endeavour with a collaboration from BuildAble, Abilities Centre Ottawa, Spinal Cord Injury Ontario & Whimble.
Working together with the Ottawa Inclusive & Para Sports Expo to merge two expos into one big day, felt pretty damn special. Their team of committee members and volunteers are truly nothing short of spectacular.

More posts to come as we look through all of the pictures, videos, happy emails & shared stories - but until then.. THANK YOU 🫶🏽 💜

05/31/2025

Come check out Ariel’s crocheting in the Iconic & Chronic Market, today!!

05/30/2025

05/30/2025

We are coming together to celebrate National AccessAbility Week tomorrow at the Adapt Expo & Ottawa Inclusive & Para Sport Expo! Join us!

National AccessAbility Week: May 25 to 31, 2025

“National AccessAbility Week 2025 theme
The theme for National AccessAbility Week this year is “Breaking barriers together: Paving the way for an inclusive future.”

It highlights the importance of working together to build a fairer, more inclusive Canada. Let's join forces to break down barriers and support the needs and interests of persons with disabilities.

When persons with disabilities have equal opportunities to contribute to their communities and workplaces, we create a thriving society and a brighter future for everyone.” Www.canada.ca

05/30/2025

⭐️ Check out this amazing line up of speakers happening THIS SATURDAY on the Carleton University Fieldhouse Main Stage!⭐️

We’ll be kicking king things off with opening remarks at 11:15 AM with emcee Kyle Humphrey Don’t miss it!
BuildAble 11:30 AM
Seniors Solution Inc. 11:50 AM
Chartwell Retirement Residences 12:10 PM
ReCreate Yoga 12:30PM
National Capital Commission/CanDO 1:00
Devotion Dance Company 1:10PM
Abilities Centre Ottawa 1:25PM
Spinal Cord Injury Ontario’s Andrea Andrecyk presented by Bergeron Clifford Injury Lawyers 1:45PM

Door Prizes & Closing Remark 215/230PM 🎉

This beautiful spread from Design Your Plate / Levanta Magazine

05/30/2025

Check out the amazing demos happening in the Ravens’ Nest at the ADAPT EXPO + OTTAWA INCLUSIVE & PARA SPORTS EXPO!
No experience needed and for all ages - come & try something new in one of the most supportive and inclusive spaces you can imagine!

05/29/2025

Wow! We want to give a huge thank you to Amanda Putz of CBC/Radio-Canada for taking the time to speak with us!

Kyla MacGinnis of BuildAble, Emily Glossop of Abilities Centre Ottawa & James Budrow were in the studio chatting about the upcoming ADAPT EXPO + OTTAWA INCLUSIVE & PARA SPORTS EXPO! and why inclusion & accessibility are so important for EVERY AGE & ABILITY!

Thanks, Amanda, for hearing our stories and for your genuine warmth and enthusiasm 🙏🏼

05/29/2025

Sandy Alexander worked as an Occupational Therapist in the Community for 36 years! She is a wealth of knowledge! Come say hi to her & the Healthcraft team at the Adapt Expo on Saturday May 31st! Adapt Expo & OIPSE is a FREE event that brings together accessibility innovators, para sport leaders, and inclusive living advocates from across the region. 🗓 Date: Saturday, May 31, 2025 from 11:00am – 3:00pm📍 Location: Carleton University: Fieldhouse, Ravens’ Nest + P5 Parking🌐 Learn more: www.adaptexpo.ca. We hope you’ll stop by to say hello and check out what’s new in the world of accessibility! From home modifications to mobility solutions, wellness programs to caregiving resources — there’s something for every senior, people with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses and their support network . All Ages and Abilities Welcome! Free Admission, Free Parking in P5, Free 400 Swag bags, Free Coffee /tea, Free Foot Care Clinic, insightful presentations and over 140 Exhibitors!

05/29/2025

Do you like Side Quests!? (a little tip of my hat to fellow ADHD’ers/neurospiceys that live in side quests) 😅🎩 Check out our new Expo Side Quests page for extra fun things to do or check out THIS SATURDAY !

Choose Your Own Adventure - Beyond the Booth! A collection of interactive, engaging and totally optional experiences and supports. Whether you’re in it for the giveaways, the free health clinics, or exploring your creativity, these little side quests are yours to discover.

05/29/2025

Thank you for creating this beautiful spread for us Helena Guzmán!! So thrilled!