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Monthly Archive for: "August, 2019"
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 Road Trip Camping Spots: Ryan’s Top Picks

Road Trip Camping Spots: Ryan’s Top Picks

August 26, 2019

Avid road-tripper and SCI BC Peer Coordinator, Ryan, has created a map of the numerous places he's travelled across North America. Here he's gathered his top 3 in BC, and top 3 elsewhere, based [...]

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     A Good Reason to Smile: First Wheelchair Accessible Dental Chair

    A Good Reason to Smile: First Wheelchair Accessible Dental Chair

    August 23, 2019

    Dr. David Burdett’s New Westminster dental clinic debuts what’s believed to be the first wheelchair accessible dental chair in British Columbia.

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       Reality Check: Is the Neurostimulation Effective?

      Reality Check: Is the Neurostimulation Effective?

      August 16, 2019

      The buzz keeps growing about the potential of neurostimulation to restore function for people with SCI. Is the hype warranted? ICORD’s Dr. Tom Nightingale helps us put it all into perspective.

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      • marney smithiesthis sounds exciting & promising, for onc...
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      29sep7:30 pm9:30 pmOnline Games Night!7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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      ZOOM connection info is below Make staying inside fun! Hang out with SCI BC peer Nicole for a night of games! Choose an old favourite, or venture into the unknown and

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      ZOOM connection info is below

      Make staying inside fun! Hang out with SCI BC peer Nicole for a night of games! Choose an old favourite, or venture into the unknown and learn a new one. Join in, connect, play and have a great time! You’ll need to register for a free account from Board Game Arena https://www.boardgamearena.com/ beforehand to be ready to play.

      How to Connect to Zoom:

      • From your browser: https://zoom.us/j/83870102526
      • From your mobile phone or tablet: download the Zoom app from your app store, then use the meeting ID to get in to the meeting. Meeting ID: 838 7010 2526
      • Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 838 7010 2526
      • If not in BC, find your local number here: zoom.us/u/acMz0fXoVA

      If you have any questions please contact our InfoLine at 1-800-689-2477 or info@sci-bc.ca.


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      (Friday) 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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      30sep10:00 am2:00 pmPeer Fishing on the Pier10:00 am - 2:00 pm Elk Lake

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      Enjoy a day of sitting on the dock, relaxing, talking, and oh yes, fishing! All the gear, bait, and rods will be provided. Bring snacks, water, a lunch, and a

      Event Details

      Enjoy a day of sitting on the dock, relaxing, talking, and oh yes, fishing! All the gear, bait, and rods will be provided. Bring snacks, water, a lunch, and a fishing license if you have one (Freshwater license for Persons with Disabilities can be found online: Angling Licence Fee Reduction Program for B.C. residents with disabilities) However, a license is not necessary. Also, appropriate clothing for the weather, and an umbrella for rain or shine.

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      (Saturday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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      Elk Lake

      Organizer

      Scott Heronsheron@sci-bc.ca | 250-812-0773

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      Seymour Valley trailway located in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve4400 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, BC

      30sep1:00 pm4:00 pmAdaptive Cycling: Club BYOB (Bring Your Own Bike) with Peter Chisholm1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Seymour Valley trailway located in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve, 4400 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, BC

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      Bring your own bike and join other adapted cyclists at Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve Trail in North Vancouver for a group ride! Email Peter at

      Event Details

      Bring your own bike and join other adapted cyclists at Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve Trail in North Vancouver for a group ride!

      Email Peter at pchisholm@sci-bc.ca or Avery at aalbrecht@sci-bc.ca for more information.

      Learn more about SCI BC’s Adaptive Cycling Program here.

       

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      (Saturday) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

      Location

      Seymour Valley trailway located in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve

      4400 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, BC

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      Peter Chisholmpchisholm@sci-bc.ca | 604.739.5913

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