Research Reboot
ICORD researchers are hoping to regain momentum for a research project to explore the benefits of exercise for people with SCI who suffer from chronic pain.
ICORD researchers are hoping to regain momentum for a research project to explore the benefits of exercise for people with SCI who suffer from chronic pain.
A new scoping review published recently by BC researchers suggests that physicians treating chronic pain for patients with SCI should consider prescribing physical activity and exercise, along [...]
Infectious diseases Dr. Jennifer Grant answers your questions about COVID-19 and spinal cord injury in the latest Ask an Expert session! Read on to learn more.
Has COVID-19 interrupted your physiotherapy, occupational therapy or regular rehab exercise? SCI BC's Ask an Expert series explains how you can stay healthy during this difficult time.
Pelvic floor exercises—or kegels—are designed to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles to help reduce urinary incontinence. Better yet, they're great for both men and women and can be done easily [...]
Ready, steady, go! If only exercise were that easy ... Whether you're thinking about getting back into your workout routine or you're brand new to exercise, here are three tips to help you [...]
We live in a golden age of quackery in which we are constantly bombarded by fake news and bogus “science.” So how do we know which guidelines to trust?
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 [...]
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.
29sep11:00 am11:30 amShoulder Class with Scotty11:00 am - 11:30 am
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
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
(Friday) 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Scott Jamessjames@sci-bc.ca | 250-308-1997
29sep7:30 pm9:30 pmOnline Games Night!7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
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
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:
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
30sep10:00 am2:00 pmPeer Fishing on the Pier10:00 am - 2:00 pm Elk Lake
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
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
Elk Lake
Scott Heronsheron@sci-bc.ca | 250-812-0773
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
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
Seymour Valley trailway located in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve
4400 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, BC
Peter Chisholmpchisholm@sci-bc.ca | 604.739.5913