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Monthly Archive for: "June, 2021"
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 Accessibility Legislation is Inspirational, even when it isn’t.

Accessibility Legislation is Inspirational, even when it isn’t.

June 30, 2021

While the highly-technical legalese of the Accessible BC Act doesn’t appear to be inspirational at first glance, what it represents, and what it sets in motion is truly inspirational. Chris [...]

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     What’s a Go Bag & Why Have One?

    What’s a Go Bag & Why Have One?

    June 28, 2021

    What if you’re visiting a friend and you’re unable to return home? Or, how about if you’re separated from your luggage, or in a situation where you need to extend your stay? What could you not [...]

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       Freedom to Roam with Access BC

      Freedom to Roam with Access BC

      June 25, 2021

      Access BC is helping to expand accessible outdoor recreational opportunities, tourist attractions, and destinations. Here's how.

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         Introduction to Class Action Law with Slater Vecchio LLP

        Introduction to Class Action Law with Slater Vecchio LLP

        June 22, 2021

        Our sponsors at Slater Vecchio LLP are experts in their field. In this blog, they explain class action law, how to get involved, and why it is important.

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           Travelling and Catheterization

          Travelling and Catheterization

          June 14, 2021

          As restrictions slowly start to loosen and safe travelling seems more and more like a possibility, you may be looking to make travel plans. Here are some tips on travelling and catheterization [...]

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             Meet the ICORD Scotiabank Charity Challenge Superstar Racers: Bonnie and Ben

            Meet the ICORD Scotiabank Charity Challenge Superstar Racers: Bonnie and Ben

            June 12, 2021

            This year, Ben and Bonnie of ICORD join our team to take on the virtual Scotiabank Charity Challenge! We caught up with them to learn more about why they're racing with us.

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               UTI Symptoms & How to Avoid One

              UTI Symptoms & How to Avoid One

              June 10, 2021

              It's important to recognize UTI symptoms and learn how to help prevent them in the future. Here are some tips from Coloplast.

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                 Top 6 Spinal Cord Injury Resources in Our Online SCI Info Database

                Top 6 Spinal Cord Injury Resources in Our Online SCI Info Database

                June 3, 2021

                Did you know we have over 1,000 online resources for people living with spinal cord injury in our Database? Here are the Top 6 resources, as explained by our InfoLine experts, Heather and Bert.

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                  Chances Barside Lounge & Grill1250 Halston Ave

                  17may1:00 pm2:00 pmKamloops Peer Coffee1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Chances Barside Lounge & Grill, 1250 Halston Ave

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                  Missing your Kamloops buddies? Want to meet some new people? Need to chat? Join Tyler at this twice-monthly meet-up for some good conversation and a cup of coffee. We hope

                  Event Details

                  Missing your Kamloops buddies? Want to meet some new people? Need to chat? Join Tyler at this twice-monthly meet-up for some good conversation and a cup of coffee. We hope to see you there!

                  Time

                  (Tuesday) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

                  Location

                  Chances Barside Lounge & Grill

                  1250 Halston Ave

                  Organizer

                  Tyler Tingle

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                  Pomeroy Sports Centre9324 – 96th Street

                  17may2:00 pm4:00 pmFort St John 'Bean There' Coffee Group2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Pomeroy Sports Centre, 9324 – 96th Street

                  Event Details

                  Join folks from Fort St. John for an afternoon of coffee and talking at the Pomeroy Sports Centre. Please let Lori know in advance if you plan to attend – email

                  Event Details

                  Join folks from Fort St. John for an afternoon of coffee and talking at the Pomeroy Sports Centre.

                  Please let Lori know in advance if you plan to attend – email her at lslater@sci-bc.ca to reserve your spot. We hope to see you there!

                  Time

                  (Tuesday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

                  Location

                  Pomeroy Sports Centre

                  9324 – 96th Street

                  Organizer

                  Lori Slaterlslater@sci-bc.ca | 250-262-8599

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                  18may11:00 am11:45 amHome Workout with Marney11:00 am - 11:45 am

                  Event Details

                  Zoom connection info is below. Join SCI BC peer Marney Smithies for an at-home 45-minute group fitness session. Anyone is welcome to join! It is best to connect with video, but

                  Event Details

                  Zoom connection info is below.

                  Join SCI BC peer Marney Smithies for an at-home 45-minute group fitness session. Anyone is welcome to join! It is best to connect with video, but audio and dial-in are available. Please have the following items handy for your workout session:

                  -Free weights
                  -Theraband
                  -Long stick like a broom stick
                  -Water to drink

                  How to Connect to Zoom:

                  –   From your browser: https://zoom.us/j/488630051

                  –   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: 488 630 051

                  –   Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 488 630 051

                  –  If not in BC, find your local number here: https://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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                  Time

                  (Wednesday) 11:00 am - 11:45 am

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                  18may12:00 pm1:00 pmSCI&U Mindfulness with Mary-Jo12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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                  Zoom connection info is below. Get comfortable, allow yourself to relax and notice the peaceful feelings in your mind. This guided meditation is led by peer Mary-Jo Fetterly, a pioneer in

                  Event Details

                  Zoom connection info is below.

                  Get comfortable, allow yourself to relax and notice the peaceful feelings in your mind. This guided meditation is led by peer Mary-Jo Fetterly, a pioneer in the field of adaptive yoga and mindfulness.

                  Join on Zoom (requires registration): https://zoom.us/meeting/register/upUoc-yprzMoj9rgx60x6rZc-GJMYaO-nA

                  Join on YouTube (no registration required): join here.

                  More information about Mary-Jo and SCI&U: https://sci-and-u.ca/basic_pages/34

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

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                  (Wednesday) 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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                  18may1:00 pm2:00 pmOkanagan Online Chin Up-Chin Wag1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

                  Event Details

                  Zoom connection info is below. Peter Chisholm will be leading this casual and uplifting “chin wag” for those who are at home in the Okanagan and ready to connect! This

                  Event Details

                  Zoom connection info is below.

                  Peter Chisholm will be leading this casual and uplifting “chin wag” for those who are at home in the Okanagan and ready to connect! This is a partnership event with SCI BC and Accessible Okanagan and is video, voice and phone friendly.

                  How to Connect to Zoom: 

                  –   From your browser: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89872170883

                  –   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: 898 7217 0883

                  –   Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 898 7217 0883

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

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                  Time

                  (Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

                  Organizer

                  Peter Chisholmpchisholm@sci-bc.ca | 604.739.5913

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