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Monthly Archive for: "June, 2021"
Home » Archives for June 2021
 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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                  • 780 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC V6P 5Y7
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                  We acknowledge that our provincial work takes place on the territories of Indigenous peoples who have lived on and cared for the land for time immemorial. SCI BC’s head office, GF Strong resource centre, and shared Victoria office are located on the traditional and ancestral territory of the Coast Salish peoples – Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh, Musqueam, and Lekwungen Nations. Our Prince George regional office is on the traditional and ancestral territory of the Lheidli T’enneh Nation.

                  Upcoming Events
                  Current Month

                  01feb11:00 am11:45 amHome Workout with Rod Bitz11:00 am - 11:45 am

                  Event Details

                  Zoom connection info is below. Join Rod Bitz 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

                  Event Details

                  Zoom connection info is below.

                  Join Rod Bitz 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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                  01feb2:00 pm3:00 pmNorthern BC Online Coffee Group2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

                  Event Details

                  Zoom connection info is below. Connect with others at home in Northern BC! Join SCI BC staff and coffee group leaders Brandy Stiles and Lori Slater as they host a casual,

                  Event Details

                  Zoom connection info is below.

                  Connect with others at home in Northern BC! Join SCI BC staff and coffee group leaders Brandy Stiles and Lori Slater as they host a casual, conversational meetup with others in your region. This event is video, voice and phone friendly.

                  How to Connect to Zoom:

                  –   From your browser: https://zoom.us/j/650057658

                  –   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: 650 057 658

                  –   Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 650 057 658

                  –  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) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

                  Organizer

                  Brandy Stilesbstiles@sci-bc.ca | 250-563-6942

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                  01feb4:00 pm6:00 pmManaging the Winter Blues4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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                  The winter months in British Columbia can be a time when people struggle with low mood. There are ways to help lift mood and feel better. Using the slogan “Take

                  Event Details

                  The winter months in British Columbia can be a time when people struggle with low mood. There are ways to help lift mood and feel better. Using the slogan “Take your MEDSS!” (M-mindfulness E-exercise D-diet S-sleep S-social connection) a panel of Peer experts will provide useful information in these key areas that influence our health and well-being. The workshop will also offer those interested an opportunity to make a personal action plan.

                  Register for SCI BC’s informative workshop and beat those winter blues: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMld-2hrjspE9bJOeUjhKI9gVUJw_rWPxBC

                  Contact Peter Chisholm at pchisholm@sci-bc.ca for more info.

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                  (Wednesday) 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

                  Organizer

                  Peter Chisholmpchisholm@sci-bc.ca | 604.739.5913

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                  01feb6:00 pm8:00 pmMonthly Writer’s Workshop6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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                  There are three keys to better writing: The first is talking about what you read (shameless plug for SCI BC’s book club). The second is sharing your writing with

                  Event Details

                  There are three keys to better writing: The first is talking about what you read (shameless plug for SCI BC’s book club). The second is sharing your writing with fellow writers. And the third is learning to give and receive critique (the word is pretentious, but the group is not). 

                  If you’ve never attended a writer’s workshop before, I know what you’re thinking: Sharing?! And while it’s true that some people write for themselves, the rest of us dream of our work being enjoyed by another person one day, which means that when you’re ready, you will need to take the leap. And what better place than a small group of people who all feel the same churning feeling in their midsection!

                  Our monthly writer’s workshop is a cozy place where we take turns sharing our writing and learning how to give and receive productive feedback. Your host, Lisa Hislop, is a professional fiction editor who will help you strengthen your writing and build your confidence as a writer.

                  How to Connect to Zoom:

                  • From your browser: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82415469600 
                  • 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: 824 1546 9600
                  • 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.

                  Have ideas for other ReachOut! Online sessions? Contact Teri at tthorson@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.

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                  Time

                  (Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

                  Organizer

                  Teri Thorsontthorson@sci-bc.ca | 778-834-2056

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                  Cloverdale Recreation Centre6188 176 St

                  01feb6:00 pm8:00 pmPizza & Games Night6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cloverdale Recreation Centre, 6188 176 St

                  Event Details

                  Pizza AND games?? What could be better? Come by the Cloverdale Recration Centre for some friendly competition and a tasty bite with SCI BC peers. Please RSVP with Rod Bitz at

                  Event Details

                  Pizza AND games?? What could be better? Come by the Cloverdale Recration Centre for some friendly competition and a tasty bite with SCI BC peers.

                  Please RSVP with Rod Bitz at rbitz@sci-bc.ca to confirm your spot (and your slice!). We hope to see you there.

                  Time

                  (Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

                  Location

                  Cloverdale Recreation Centre

                  6188 176 St

                  Organizer

                  Rod Bitz

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