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 Doggone Dilemma: A Look at BC Service Dog Legislation

Doggone Dilemma: A Look at BC Service Dog Legislation

January 13, 2017

Earlier this year, the BC government modernized its service dog legislation. Some critics say the legislation is too restrictive, and others say it doesn’t go far enough to ensure all dogs are [...]

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     Call Me Taylor: Transgender and SCI

    Call Me Taylor: Transgender and SCI

    January 12, 2017

    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 [...]

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      We acknowledge that our provincial work takes place on the territories of Indigenous peoples who have lived on and cared for the land for time immemorial. SCI BC’s head office, GF Strong resource centre, and shared Victoria office are located on the traditional and ancestral territory of the Coast Salish peoples – Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh, Musqueam, and Lekwungen Nations. Our Prince George regional office is on the traditional and ancestral territory of the Lheidli T’enneh Nation.

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      29sep11:00 am11:30 amShoulder Class with Scotty11:00 am - 11:30 am

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      Join Scotty for some stretching, and deep breathing concentrating on shoulder and mental health every Friday from 11-11:30 am. Zoom details: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85340956612

      Event Details

      Join Scotty for some stretching, and deep breathing concentrating on shoulder and mental health every Friday from 11-11:30 am.

      Zoom details: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85340956612

      Time

      (Friday) 11:00 am - 11:30 am

      Organizer

      Scott Jamessjames@sci-bc.ca | 250-308-1997

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      29sep7:30 pm9:30 pmOnline Games Night!7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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      ZOOM connection info is below Make staying inside fun! Hang out with SCI BC peer Nicole for a night of games! Choose an old favourite, or venture into the unknown and

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      ZOOM connection info is below

      Make staying inside fun! Hang out with SCI BC peer Nicole for a night of games! Choose an old favourite, or venture into the unknown and learn a new one. Join in, connect, play and have a great time! You’ll need to register for a free account from Board Game Arena https://www.boardgamearena.com/ beforehand to be ready to play.

      How to Connect to Zoom:

      • From your browser: https://zoom.us/j/83870102526
      • From your mobile phone or tablet: download the Zoom app from your app store, then use the meeting ID to get in to the meeting. Meeting ID: 838 7010 2526
      • Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 838 7010 2526
      • If not in BC, find your local number here: zoom.us/u/acMz0fXoVA

      If you have any questions please contact our InfoLine at 1-800-689-2477 or info@sci-bc.ca.


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      (Friday) 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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      30sep10:00 am2:00 pmPeer Fishing on the Pier10:00 am - 2:00 pm Elk Lake

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      Enjoy a day of sitting on the dock, relaxing, talking, and oh yes, fishing! All the gear, bait, and rods will be provided. Bring snacks, water, a lunch, and a

      Event Details

      Enjoy a day of sitting on the dock, relaxing, talking, and oh yes, fishing! All the gear, bait, and rods will be provided. Bring snacks, water, a lunch, and a fishing license if you have one (Freshwater license for Persons with Disabilities can be found online: Angling Licence Fee Reduction Program for B.C. residents with disabilities) However, a license is not necessary. Also, appropriate clothing for the weather, and an umbrella for rain or shine.

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      (Saturday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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      Elk Lake

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      Scott Heronsheron@sci-bc.ca | 250-812-0773

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      Seymour Valley trailway located in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve4400 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, BC

      30sep1:00 pm4:00 pmAdaptive Cycling: Club BYOB (Bring Your Own Bike) with Peter Chisholm1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Seymour Valley trailway located in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve, 4400 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, BC

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      Bring your own bike and join other adapted cyclists at Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve Trail in North Vancouver for a group ride! Email Peter at

      Event Details

      Bring your own bike and join other adapted cyclists at Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve Trail in North Vancouver for a group ride!

      Email Peter at pchisholm@sci-bc.ca or Avery at aalbrecht@sci-bc.ca for more information.

      Learn more about SCI BC’s Adaptive Cycling Program here.

       

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      (Saturday) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

      Location

      Seymour Valley trailway located in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve

      4400 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, BC

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      Peter Chisholmpchisholm@sci-bc.ca | 604.739.5913

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