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Adapt Expo Ottawa

presented by

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Ottawa's official expo dedicated to accessibility, adaptability & inclusion for 

EVERY AGE & ABILITY!

Saturday, May 31st, 2025

11:00AM - 3:00PM

TWO EXPOS.

ONE AMAZING DAY.

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ADAPT EXPO

 

FIELDHOUSE

95+ Exhibitors & Sponsors
Main Stage with Presentations
Chronic & Iconic Makers Market
Free Health Clinics
Live Painting + Interactive Art Station

Copy of Ottawa Inclusive & Para Sports E

45+ Exhibitors & Sponsors
Engaging Sport Demonstrations, Exhibits + Presentations
Opportunity to try an inclusive sport and sign up!

 

SATURDAY MAY 31, 2025
11:00AM - 3:00PM

                 Sensory-Friendly Hour (10am-10:45am) - tickets required

CARLETON UNIVERSITY:
FIELDHOUSE & RAVENS' NEST
- P5 PARKING LOT -


COST: FREE! 
FREE ADMISSION. FREE PARKING (P5). FREE COFFEE/TEA!


 

AccessABLE 
Living

Every Age. Every Ability.

Discover the latest innovations in adaptive tech & accessible designs, explore health products & neurodevelopment resources, learn about assisted lifestyle options, community supports & accessible travel! Check out sport demos & try out a new inclusive sport; take advantage of free clinics, workshops & valuable presentations. You can also shop at the Chronic & Iconic Makers’ Market – supporting disabled or chronically ill artists, makers, writers and more!

 

Whether you're looking for resources for your family, trying your hand at boxing, wanting to age-in-place or retire on a cruise ship - the Adapt Expo and Ottawa Inclusive & Para Sports Expo is not to be missed.

We can’t wait to meet you.

BONUS: The first 400 attendees will receive a FREE gorgeous Swag Bag at the entrances!

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Thank you to Ability Hive for capturing such wonderful highlights from our inaugural Adaptive Living Expo!

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Who should attend!?

  • Individuals living with disabilities - welcoming of ALL ages and abilities;​

  • Caregivers (professional, family and/or friends);

  • Seniors or older adults looking for options to proactively age-in-place, stay fit or find community and connection;​​

  • Health care providers: OTs, RNs, RTs, social workers, rehab specialists, HCPs working with seniors or those with disabilities, discharge planners & more

  • Anyone living with mobility challenges or mobility-altering diseases, injuries and/or chronic illness;​

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  • Individuals or families with neurodivergence/ neurodiversity looking for tools, supports & additional resources;​

  • Those looking to move to a more inclusive space, including co-housing, adaptive housing, retirement or assisted living;​​​

  • Anyone looking to become involved in adaptive, inclusive & para sports - and/or to try one out!

  • Coaches looking for more inclusive and adaptive sports programming & connections.​​

NEW!

Sensory-Friendly Hour

From 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM, the Expo will offer an exclusive Sensory-Friendly Hour for attendees with sensory sensitivities or severe immune compromise to explore the expos.

This calm and quieter time is ticketed (still FREE!) to ensure smaller crowds and a safe, welcoming environment.  Only 100 tickets available — reserve your spot today.
 

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Abilities Ottawa, BuildAble & Spinal Cord Injury Ontario have joined forces to bring you the best 100+ local organizations, services, & resources.

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Exhibitor Testimonials

Ability Hive founders

Kim Vincent, co-founder, Ability Hive

“The [ } Expo really exceeded all expectations we had as an exhibitor! The minute the doors opened, the crowds poured in and we made so many great connections right until the doors closed. It was extremely well organized with reminder, emails leading up to the event with all of the details needed. We will 100% set up at the next [ } Expo. Huge congrats to the team at BuildAble on a successful inaugural event!”

Erin Patchell

Erin Patchell, co-founder, Clüdee

"We recently had the privilege of participating in the 2024 [ } Expo. The event was well-organized and drew a large crowd, which says a lot about how important this topic is to folks. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and organizations committed to improving accessibility and inclusion. Thank you for such a well-executed event—we are already looking forward to next year!"

Sandy Alexander HealthCraft

Sandy Alexander, Clinical Education Specialist, HealthCraft

"HealthCraft was so proud to be a sponsor of the [ } Expo and will be back next year.  We enjoyed the opportunity to engage with a diverse audience and share our passion for fall prevention. We gained invaluable insights from those who truly understand the daily challenges of living with mobility limitations. The conversations we had reminded us of the profound impact that the right community services and the right products  can make in the daily lives of individuals and families."

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Presentations

Our main stage in the FIELDHOUSE will host excellent info sessions & engaging presentations. 

Sports Demos!

Check out inclusive and para sport programming, try something new - and make some great connections in the RAVEN'S NEST!

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