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 Breaking New Ground: SCI on Reality TV

Breaking New Ground: SCI on Reality TV

April 6, 2021

The final season of the hugely popular, made-in-BC reality show Jade Fever offers viewers a new twist: excavator operator Shane Bunce, who joins the cast and single-handedly proves that people [...]

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     The Spin Doctor: Spasticity and SCI

    The Spin Doctor: Spasticity and SCI

    March 31, 2021

    "I find my spasticity is a lot better with exercise in general, but lately spasticity in my hips is causing me a lot more trouble than it used to. I feel like I’m fighting a losing battle." Read [...]

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       The Spin Doctor: How Do I Manage My Periods with a Spinal Cord Injury?

      The Spin Doctor: How Do I Manage My Periods with a Spinal Cord Injury?

      March 2, 2021

      "I was injured late last year and missed my period for several months. Now it’s back and it feels a lot more complicated to manage – got any tips?" Read on for answers in our Spin Doctor series.

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         Pressure Relief: New Pressure Ulcer Treatment Heals Fast

        Pressure Relief: New Pressure Ulcer Treatment Heals Fast

        February 23, 2021

        What if we told you that a daily sprinkling of a fine white powder on your open pressure ulcer might cut the healing time in half, or even more? Read more about Amicapsil, a compound that has a [...]

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           Scotiabank Charity Challenge 2021

          Scotiabank Charity Challenge 2021

          February 2, 2021
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             New Amendments to Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) Legislation

            New Amendments to Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) Legislation

            January 21, 2021

            What are the new Bill-C7 amendments to Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) legislation and how can you get involved?

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            • Rick FaulknerJust when we overcome the "right religious gr...
             Sweat Your Pain Away: How Exercise Can Help Alleviate Chronic Pain

            Sweat Your Pain Away: How Exercise Can Help Alleviate Chronic Pain

            January 14, 2021

            A new scoping review published recently by BC researchers suggests that physicians treating chronic pain for patients with SCI should consider prescribing physical activity and exercise, along [...]

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               Gerry Price – My Monthly Donation is a Gift for the Future

              Gerry Price – My Monthly Donation is a Gift for the Future

              January 6, 2021

              Now that I’m a little older I think back on everything and believe we need to give back—that’s why I’m a monthly donor. SCI BC has always been there for me and it’s really important to make sure [...]

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                 Comeback Cowboy: How an Injured Rodeo Rider Got Back on the (Adapted) Saddle

                Comeback Cowboy: How an Injured Rodeo Rider Got Back on the (Adapted) Saddle

                December 29, 2020

                After his 2015 rodeo injury, Kevin Cunin didn’t know if he’d ever be able to ride again. Thanks to his own perseverance and a little help from his friends, he’s back in the saddle—and chasing [...]

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                   Setting the Record Straight on Living with an Incomplete SCI

                  Setting the Record Straight on Living with an Incomplete SCI

                  December 11, 2020

                  We asked a few of our SCI BC peers who are incomplete and can walk to answer one question: if you had the opportunity to tell the public—and even your friends and family—about the nature and [...]

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                    14apr6:00 pm7:00 pmSelf-Advocacy Focus Group6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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                    Looking for your insight on Advocacy! We’re holding a focus group to get your feedback on what self-advocacy means to you, any tips you can share, and any barriers you may

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                    Looking for your insight on Advocacy!

                    We’re holding a focus group to get your feedback on what self-advocacy means to you, any tips you can share, and any barriers you may have faced. Additionally we will be asking for your input on a draft version of an advocacy guide we’re putting together. Please join us on April 14th at 6pm for this group discussion.

                    Registration is required as there are limited seats available. Attendees will receive $20 for their participation!

                    Register in advance for this meeting:
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                    After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

                    We have a short survey of 16 questions that we’d love your input on as well. You can find it here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PXCVPM8

                    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 Jenna at jwright@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.

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                    (Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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                    15apr11:00 am12:00 pmWestcoast Wheelchair Adaptive Boxing featuring Leo Sammarelli11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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                    Zoom connection info is below. SCI BC Peer, Leo Sammarelli has been boxing for 10 years and teaching adaptive boxing since June 2019. We’re excited to announce that he’s now leading

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                    Zoom connection info is below.

                    SCI BC Peer, Leo Sammarelli has been boxing for 10 years and teaching adaptive boxing since June 2019. We’re excited to announce that he’s now leading an online boxing home-workout for Peers! These workouts are designed to help with physical strength and functionality in every day life, and focus on: building core strength, cardio vascular health (adaptive Tabata), range of motion and flexibility, functional breathing, coordination and joint and muscle health. Join him and other Peers online for these intense and super fun workouts!

                    Please bring a long stick, (broom stick or dowel), free weights (soup cans etc) and a theraband.

                    NOTE: This event is part of SCI BC’s ReachOut! Virtual Peer Groups. Zoom online conferencing and telephone dial-in is used to connect with everyone. Details on how to connect are below.

                    How to Connect to Zoom:

                    –   From your browser: https://zoom.us/j/83073079597

                    –   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: 830 7307 9597

                    –   Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 830 7307 9597

                    –  If not in BC, find your local number here: https://zoom.us/u/acMz0fXoVA

                    If you’re interested in working out more often with Leo, he’s teaching two more classes each week through Westcoast Wheelchair Adaptive Boxing.
                    They’re held on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 11am and are $12/class. Connect with him at wwaboxing@gmail.com or 778-836-5406, if you would like to join in!

                    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 Jenna at jwright@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.

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                    (Thursday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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                    15apr3:00 pm5:00 pmVirtual EventOnline Peer Coffee with Brandy3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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                    Grab your favourite drink and join us for some casual group conversation with SCI BC’s Prince George Peer Coordinator, Brandy Stiles. This group currently meets the third Thursday of each

                    Event Details

                    Grab your favourite drink and join us for some casual group conversation with SCI BC’s Prince George Peer Coordinator, Brandy Stiles. This group currently meets the third Thursday of each month.

                    This event is video, voice and phone friendly.

                    NOTE: This event is part of SCI BC’s ReachOut! Online Peer Groups. Zoom online conferencing and telephone dial-in is used to connect with everyone. Details on how to connect are below.

                    How to Connect to Zoom:

                    –   From your browser: https://zoom.us/j/152139719

                    –   From your mobile phone or tablet: download the Zoom app from your app store, then use the meeting ID to get into the meeting. Meeting ID: 152 139 719

                    –   Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 152 139 719

                    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 Jenna at jwright@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.

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                    (Thursday) 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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

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                    15apr6:00 pm7:00 pmWomen's Group with Spring Hawes6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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                    Zoom connection info is below. Join SCI BC peer, Spring and other ladies from around BC for an hour of connection and conversation! PLEASE NOTE: we have changed the time to

                    Event Details

                    Zoom connection info is below.

                    Join SCI BC peer, Spring and other ladies from around BC for an hour of connection and conversation! PLEASE NOTE: we have changed the time to 6 pm so participants can take advantage of the longer days and cap off their Thursday with an evening chat!

                    How to Connect to Zoom:

                    • From your browser:https://zoom.us/j/82550938417
                    • From your mobile phone or tablet: download the Zoom app from your app store, then use the meeting ID to get into the meeting. Meeting ID: 825 5093 8417
                    • Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 825 5093 8417
                    • 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 Jenna at jwright@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.

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                    (Thursday) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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