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!
You can help our most vulnerable neighbours…people like Jeff.
Since the outbreak, we have been overwhelmed by desperate calls. Every day we hear from people who can’t get vital medical supplies. And many are scared to leave their homes for fear of contracting a virus that is deadly for those with compromised health. It’s all causing unprecedented stress and anxiety. But you can help our most vulnerable neighbours . . . people with a spinal cord injury. People like Jeff.
The Perfect Fit: Creating Custom Wheelchairs
How wonderful is a customized ride? Read how SCI BC Peer Kevin Priebe transformed his hobby into a viable business creating customizing wheelchairs and seating for others.
Wheel Love: A New Documentary on Love, Sex, Relationships, Fertility and SCI
Whether you’re a Peer interested in having a family, or just someone who appreciates stellar film-making, you don’t want to miss a compelling new short documentary conceived by Wheel Love’s Chelsea McEvoy.
This is my Life for Now…Until Further Notice: The Topsy-Turvy World of MS
Imagine living a life not knowing when MS will hijack your mobility. Guest writer Linda Tang takes us on her journey with disability through prose and poetry.
Much More Than Coffee: South Fraser Active Living Group
In two short years, the South Fraser Active Living Group has taken Peer power to a whole new level.
Taking a Drive Down Memory Lane: Two SCI BC Peers & One Iconic Car
One iconic car. Two larger-than-life owners and friends. Big Red was a familiar sight to many older Peers during the early days of Spinal Cord Injury BC.
How the GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust Changed Everything: Q+A with Holli Vander Wyk
Holli Vander Wyk received GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust funding to pursue a degree in Indigenous Studies, to become a teacher! Here’s how the scholarship impacted her education and life goals.
How the GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust Changed Everything: Q+A with Fiona Ma
Fiona Ma received GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust funding to pursue a degree in nursing! Here’s how the scholarship impacted her education and life goals.
It’s All Downhill From Here!
After his injury, Cole Hoodicoff never expected to be able to rip down a rugged mountain trail. That all changed when SCI BC invited the Castlegar teenager to an adapted mountain bike camp.
How the GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust Changed Everything: Q+A with Riley Martin
Riley Martin received GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust funding to pursue a degree in law! Here’s how the scholarship impacted his education and life goals.