New Brunswick

Vehicle Retrofit Program

Moderate application

Tax filing not required

The New Brunswick Vehicle Retrofit Program provides financial assistance for some of the costs of accessibility features for vehicles.

The program can cover up to 80 per cent of the cost of eligible accessibility features, up to a maximum of $8,000. This program may cover some of the cost of these items:

  • Wheelchair or scooter lifts and ramps
  • Changes to the roof, floor and doors
  • Special-needs seating
  • Hand controls
  • Wheelchair tie-downs and passenger-restraint systems
  • Items not listed above may also be considered.

Features that come standard in cars aren’t covered, including air conditioning, insulation, automatic transmission and cruise control. Modifications to the vehicle before you are approved aren’t covered.

This program is a partnership between the New Brunswick Department of Social Development and Ability New Brunswick.

You may qualify for this program if you are:

  • A resident of New Brunswick who has a physical disability
  • A registered non-profit organization
  • A municipality of New Brunswick
  • A private company providing transportation services to persons with a disability within New Brunswick.

Documents listed in this section are examples of what can be included with your application. Please review the application instructions (How to Apply tab) to confirm the supplemental and required documents for this benefit.

You may be asked to provide the following documents during the application process:

  1. Driver’s licence
  2. Vehicle registration
  3. Vehicle safety inspection form

To apply for this program you must print and complete the Vehicle Retrofit application form.

Applicants must include the following:

  1. Details about your disability or medical condition.
  2. The signature of an occupational therapist or, if one isn’t available, a physician.
  3. A quote from a supplier that shows the estimated cost of installing and supplying the accessibility features. A list of suppliers can be found on the application form.

Applicants can send completed forms by mail to:

Ability NB

Suite 102, 440 Wilsey Road

Fredericton, N.B.

E3B 7G5

Ability NB will review your application based on the program criteria and let you know the decision by mail.

Applicants can also contact Ability NB for information and help with the application. Ability NB can be reached at 1-866-462-9555 or [email protected].

Last reviewed: September 17, 2026