SCI and Pregnancy During COVID-19
SCI BC peer, Jana Husseini shares the challenges, struggles, and joys of pregnancy and childbirth with an SCI during COVID-19.
The GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust: Q&A with Mujtabaa Saloojee
Mujtabaa Salojee, a recent recipient of the GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust, explains how the funding helped him pursue his passion for art and engineering.
Breaking New Ground: SCI on Reality TV
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 with SCI are up to some of the toughest jobs on the planet.
Remembering Brad Jacobsen
On February 17, the world lost Brad Jacobsen. He has left us at way too young an age, but he has left an incredible legacy for the organization and for all who knew him. He brought light to the world. He brought light to people in their darkest times.
Gerry Price – My Monthly Donation is a Gift for the Future
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 this continues for younger people.
Comeback Cowboy: How an Injured Rodeo Rider Got Back on the (Adapted) Saddle
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 down a career in cattle ranching.
Maureen Brownlee – My Monthly Donation is a Gift of Community
SCI BC has been a huge part of my life. I probably wouldn’t have met my husband if I hadn’t worked here, I wouldn’t have had my daughter, and wouldn’t have experienced all the incredible opportunities with people who always believed in me. That’s why I’m a monthly donor.
Danny Sloan—Musical Talent, Technology and Tenacity
SCI BC peer Danny Sloan, aka Busker Dan, is one of Vancouver’s most well-known street musicians. His love of music, a customized busking rig and the best office window around make his full-time busking job a joy.
Pat Harris – My Monthly Donation is a Gift of Appreciation
When I was 10 years old I was injured in a riverbank cave-in. Back then, SCI BC was called the Canadian Paraplegic Association, and I had no idea how this organization would shape my life. I’m a SCI BC peer, former staff member and a monthly donor, and I’d like to share my story.
Anything But Ordinary: A Look Into SCI BC Peer Passions
A look into six SCI BC Peers from across the province who are breaking barriers in unusual sports or passions.
Tara Llanes — Born To Mountain Bike
It’s been quite a life journey for SCI BC Peer Tara Llanes, but the one constant throughout it all has been a passion for mountain biking—a sport which she loves sharing with others.
Dads and Daughters
A beautiful throwback article for this Father’s Day! Meet Michael Cameron and his daughter Madeline, and Scott Heron and his daughter Breanna, as they take a memorable weekend surf trip to Tofino with other SCI BC Peers!