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.
Walt’s Time: He’s Far From Finished

Walt Lawrence has lived a remarkably long and healthy life for someone with C2-C3 quadriplegia who is dependent on a ventilator—and he’s far from finished.
“Were You Nervous?” Solo Camping with an SCI

SCI BC’s Peer Support Program Coordinator Ryan reflects on his first solo camping trip of many, after his spinal cord injury.
Congrats to our Peer Mohee on his Canadian citizenship!

One of our Peers, Mohee, recently received his Canadian citizenship. Mohee immigrated to Canada after his spinal cord injury in Iran.
Nothing but the Truth..Except Trust

How do we know what the truth is? The short answer is you need to turn to those you can trust.
Four Ways to Combat Isolation This Holiday Season

Isolation. Loneliness. These may be common words or feelings, especially as the holidays approach.
Hello, Winter: 11 Tips to Navigate the Cold with SCI

Here are a few SCI-friendly reminders for navigating your neighbourhood in sub-zero temperatures, finding local events to keep active, and staying safe.
South Fraser Active Living Group’s Beautiful Getaway to Agur Lake

Earlier this year, a group of friends in the South Fraser Active Living Group read an email that grabbed their interest. “Why not?” they thought.
Marches, Street Festivals, and Parades: Top Accessibility Tips for Navigating Crowded Celebrations

Whether it’s catching a local music festival, marching or rallying for a cause, or navigating a bustling street fair, crowded events can be stressful for people with disabilities. Here’s a list of things to consider to help make your experience as stress-free—and safe—as possible.
Hearts in Motion: How I Found Love at an SCI BC Event

What would happen if singles began a huge paradigm shift? If innocent connections led to partnerships beyond the social norms? SCI BC Peer Ashley Swartz explores how an unexpected moment of attraction revealed the man of her dreams.
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.