Adventure with SCI: Hitting the Waves in a Beach Wheelchair
The only thing between you and the water is a funny plastic contraption. SCI BC Peer Tabassum Chagani reflects on her accessible beach chair experience—and shares why everyone should venture out of their comfort zones and into the waves.
Adventure with SCI: Ryan’s Vancouver to New Orleans Road Trip
Ryan Clarkson savours both the challenge and adventure of the open road. Read along as he drives from Vancouver to New Orleans adventure—and back!
Fires, Floods, and Emergencies: What You Can Do To Help
It’s that time of year again. A new year means new resolutions to ‘get fit’ and hit the gym, but statistics show that most New Year’s goals end in failure due to their unrealistic nature. Let’s fix that.
Adventure with SCI: Handcycling the Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail
Peer Program Coordinator, Paralympic champion and lifelong athlete Richard Peter shares his handcycling experience on Alberta’s Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail.
Adventure with SCI: Road Trip Tips
Do you feel like going on an adventure? Consider a few simple tips and tricks that will make make a huge difference in your travels.
Join the Food Bank!
Would extra groceries help stretch your food budget? The Vancouver Food Bank is here to help! Here’s how to access services near you.
Canadians Make Waves at the World Adaptive Surfing Championship
The 2016 World Adaptive Surfing Championship featured athletes from 22 countries—and, for the first time, a contingent of Canadians. SCI BC Peers and Team Canada Manager Gerry Burns reports.
Okanagan Flooding: Be Prepared
With flood warnings for the Okanagan this weekend and the potential for floods in other areas, we are sending this urgent reminder for everyone throughout the province (and beyond) to be prepared for natural disaster emergencies.
Adventure with SCI: Overnight Camping Tips
A night in nature can be daunting, but camping is still possible (and enjoyable) after SCI! Here are our top camping tips for a successful sleepover in the Great Outdoors.
How We Do Stuff – Find a Hobby & Get Involved!
There’s a whole world of hobbies and passions to explore! Here are some resources to help you pursue new activities—indoors, outdoors, solo or in a group.
Transgender with a Disability: One Man’s Journey Towards Acceptance and Belonging
Trevor had a secret: for 10 years he’d been living as a trans man. But when a Peer from his own SCI community came out, Trevor finally found his voice.
Power Chair Travel Tips
As a power chair user, travelling isn’t always the easiest task. Expert peers, wheelchair manufacturers and airlines give their best tips to traveling with a power chair!