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.
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.
A Fresh Start: How Moving to Vancouver Gave Me a New Perspective
At 21 years old, Gabe was stuck in a rut. Newly injured and emotionally numb, it wasn’t until he met his girlfriend that he decided to take a leap of faith. That courageous leap led him to Vancouver, BC and a fresh start that changed his life.
Call Me Taylor: Transgender and SCI
A new, more accepting day is gradually dawning for transgender people, who are using the opportunity to move from the shadows and live more openly and confidently. Taylor Straw, who just happens to be an SCI BC Peer, is among them.
Get Fit in the New Year: 11 Workout Tips for People with SCI
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.
Winter Rules: Snow Removal Bylaws in British Columbia
Snow and ice can cause a lot of problems for people in wheelchairs. We’ve compiled a list of bylaws for major municipalities in BC to help you navigate even the toughest terrain!
Dear Dancefloor Companion: I Wish You’d Quit Calling Me an Inspiration
Sure, her dance moves are kickass. But are you going to tell every other dancing person at the bar that they are inspiring? Probably not.
If I Knew Then: 8 Years After My Injury, I Finally Understand What It Means to Be “Okay”
“You are never going to walk again.” When Jessica Kruger first heard those words she was barely 15. Now, the quadriplegic model and athlete reflects on what it means to heal and grow.
Canada’s Most Accessible Park? Haida Gwaii Opens Wheelchair-Friendly Boardwalks and Virtual Hike
Thanks to collaboration between BC Parks + Old Massett Village Council, one of the world’s greatest natural + cultural wonders is now remarkably accessible.
The Essential Checklist for Your Accessible Winery Tour Vacation
Spring marks the start of wine tour season in British Columbia. Ease those travel headaches with our top tips + focus on what really matters—drinking wine!
Dating with a Disability: How I Met the Love of My Life Online
Can you find your soulmate—someone who sees past your disability—online? Johanna Johnson explores the unexpected romance of looking for love on the web.
New Accessible Voting Machines Make For Most Inclusive Municipal Elections Yet
In the 2014 BC Municipal Elections, new accessible tools and voting technologies mean there’s every reason to have your say.