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 How the GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust Opens Doors: Q+A with Agasha Mutesasira

How the GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust Opens Doors: Q+A with Agasha Mutesasira

August 24, 2021

Applying to the Gragopean Scholarship Trust was easier than Agasha Mutesasira thought it would be. From this one simple act, there's been tremendous momentum, and many doors have opened for this [...]

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     How the GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust Changed Everything: Q+A with Holli Vander Wyk

    How the GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust Changed Everything: Q+A with Holli Vander Wyk

    April 4, 2019

    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.

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       How the GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust Changed Everything: Q+A with Fiona Ma

      How the GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust Changed Everything: Q+A with Fiona Ma

      March 20, 2019

      Fiona Ma received GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust funding to pursue a degree in nursing! Here's how the scholarship impacted her education and life goals.

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         How the GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust Changed Everything: Q+A with Riley Martin

        How the GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust Changed Everything: Q+A with Riley Martin

        March 11, 2019

        Riley Martin received GRAGOPEAN Scholarship Trust funding to pursue a degree in law! Here's how the scholarship impacted his education and life goals.

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           Our Holiday Gift Guide

          Our Holiday Gift Guide

          November 25, 2016

          Making a list and checking it twice? Make sure these 10 great holiday gift ideas are included!

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             Donor Q & A with Scott Stanley: “Challenge coupled with opportunity can be the strongest gift.”

            Donor Q & A with Scott Stanley: “Challenge coupled with opportunity can be the strongest gift.”

            October 19, 2016

            Scott Stanley, personal injury lawyer at Murphy Battista LLP and the man behind a new scholarship for people with SCI, shares what motivates him to give.

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               3 Great Reasons to Give to Charity This Holiday Season

              3 Great Reasons to Give to Charity This Holiday Season

              December 24, 2015

              'Tis the season to give. FS Financial Strategies shares why making a holiday donation is more than just a selfless gesture—it's also in your best interest.

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               Last minute giving? Donating stocks is a win for all!

              Last minute giving? Donating stocks is a win for all!

              December 23, 2013

              It's been a tough financial year for the charitable services sector.

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                 Okay, okay – ‘tis the season

                Okay, okay – ‘tis the season

                November 21, 2013

                When the commercialization of the Holiday Season kicks in to high gear after the clock strikes twelve on Halloween, I refuse to buy in. But this year, I’m going to be a Grinch. I’m looking [...]

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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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                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

                Event Details

                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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