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 BC SCI Network Accessibility Legislation Consultations: Summary & Report

BC SCI Network Accessibility Legislation Consultations: Summary & Report

January 21, 2020

In 2019, the BC SCI Network hosted a series of accessibility legislation community consultations to gather feedback on what would make Canada accessible and inclusive for all. Key findings and [...]

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     True Accessibility and Inclusiveness

    True Accessibility and Inclusiveness

    July 25, 2019

    New legislation is vital, but creating incentives might be more important. Where does the new Accessible Canada Act fit into this notion? Our Executive Director weighs in.

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       Vivian’s Corner – May 2019

      Vivian’s Corner – May 2019

      May 2, 2019

      This May 2019 issue of Vivian's Corner newsletter focuses on accessibility at Surrey Central Library and other BC Libraries; as well as cooking with SCI resources and Peer experiences.

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         The Basics You Should Know: Medical Assistance in Dying in Canada

        The Basics You Should Know: Medical Assistance in Dying in Canada

        December 5, 2018

        Medical Assistance in Dying: it’s a legal reality in Canada but remains an uncomfortable topic for many people, especially people with disabilities.

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           BC Bus North: Is Northern BC’s Greyhound stand-in widening the accessibility gap?

          BC Bus North: Is Northern BC’s Greyhound stand-in widening the accessibility gap?

          July 30, 2018

          As a visually impaired adult, Heather Lamb relies on many forms of public transportation to get around. Here's why she thinks Northern BC's new bus service must do better.

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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.

            Upcoming Events
            Current Month

            01feb11:00 am11:45 amHome Workout with Rod Bitz11:00 am - 11:45 am

            Event Details

            Zoom connection info is below. Join Rod Bitz for an at-home 45-minute group fitness session. Anyone is welcome to join! It is best to connect with video, but audio and dial-in

            Event Details

            Zoom connection info is below.

            Join Rod Bitz for an at-home 45-minute group fitness session. Anyone is welcome to join! It is best to connect with video, but audio and dial-in are available. Please have the following items handy for your workout session:

            -Free weights
            -Theraband
            -Long stick like a broom stick
            -Water to drink

            How to Connect to Zoom:

            –   From your browser: https://zoom.us/j/488630051

            –   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: 488 630 051

            –   Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 488 630 051

            –  If not in BC, find your local number here: https://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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            (Wednesday) 11:00 am - 11:45 am

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            01feb2:00 pm3:00 pmNorthern BC Online Coffee Group2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

            Event Details

            Zoom connection info is below. Connect with others at home in Northern BC! Join SCI BC staff and coffee group leaders Brandy Stiles and Lori Slater as they host a casual,

            Event Details

            Zoom connection info is below.

            Connect with others at home in Northern BC! Join SCI BC staff and coffee group leaders Brandy Stiles and Lori Slater as they host a casual, conversational meetup with others in your region. This event is video, voice and phone friendly.

            How to Connect to Zoom:

            –   From your browser: https://zoom.us/j/650057658

            –   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: 650 057 658

            –   Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 650 057 658

            –  If not in BC, find your local number here: https://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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            (Wednesday) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

            Organizer

            Brandy Stilesbstiles@sci-bc.ca | 250-563-6942

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            01feb4:00 pm6:00 pmManaging the Winter Blues4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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            The winter months in British Columbia can be a time when people struggle with low mood. There are ways to help lift mood and feel better. Using the slogan “Take

            Event Details

            The winter months in British Columbia can be a time when people struggle with low mood. There are ways to help lift mood and feel better. Using the slogan “Take your MEDSS!” (M-mindfulness E-exercise D-diet S-sleep S-social connection) a panel of Peer experts will provide useful information in these key areas that influence our health and well-being. The workshop will also offer those interested an opportunity to make a personal action plan.

            Register for SCI BC’s informative workshop and beat those winter blues: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMld-2hrjspE9bJOeUjhKI9gVUJw_rWPxBC

            Contact Peter Chisholm at pchisholm@sci-bc.ca for more info.

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            (Wednesday) 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

            Organizer

            Peter Chisholmpchisholm@sci-bc.ca | 604.739.5913

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            01feb6:00 pm8:00 pmMonthly Writer’s Workshop6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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            There are three keys to better writing: The first is talking about what you read (shameless plug for SCI BC’s book club). The second is sharing your writing with

            Event Details

            There are three keys to better writing: The first is talking about what you read (shameless plug for SCI BC’s book club). The second is sharing your writing with fellow writers. And the third is learning to give and receive critique (the word is pretentious, but the group is not). 

            If you’ve never attended a writer’s workshop before, I know what you’re thinking: Sharing?! And while it’s true that some people write for themselves, the rest of us dream of our work being enjoyed by another person one day, which means that when you’re ready, you will need to take the leap. And what better place than a small group of people who all feel the same churning feeling in their midsection!

            Our monthly writer’s workshop is a cozy place where we take turns sharing our writing and learning how to give and receive productive feedback. Your host, Lisa Hislop, is a professional fiction editor who will help you strengthen your writing and build your confidence as a writer.

            How to Connect to Zoom:

            • From your browser: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82415469600 
            • 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: 824 1546 9600
            • 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.

            Have ideas for other ReachOut! Online sessions? Contact Teri at tthorson@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.

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            (Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

            Organizer

            Teri Thorsontthorson@sci-bc.ca | 778-834-2056

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            Cloverdale Recreation Centre6188 176 St

            01feb6:00 pm8:00 pmPizza & Games Night6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Cloverdale Recreation Centre, 6188 176 St

            Event Details

            Pizza AND games?? What could be better? Come by the Cloverdale Recration Centre for some friendly competition and a tasty bite with SCI BC peers. Please RSVP with Rod Bitz at

            Event Details

            Pizza AND games?? What could be better? Come by the Cloverdale Recration Centre for some friendly competition and a tasty bite with SCI BC peers.

            Please RSVP with Rod Bitz at rbitz@sci-bc.ca to confirm your spot (and your slice!). We hope to see you there.

            Time

            (Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

            Location

            Cloverdale Recreation Centre

            6188 176 St

            Organizer

            Rod Bitz

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