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 [...]
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.
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.
Medical Assistance in Dying: it’s a legal reality in Canada but remains an uncomfortable topic for many people, especially people with disabilities.
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.
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.
Zoom connection info is below. SCI BC Peer, Leo Sammarelli has been boxing for 10 years and teaching adaptive boxing since June 2019. We’re excited to announce that he’s now leading
Zoom connection info is below.
SCI BC Peer, Leo Sammarelli has been boxing for 10 years and teaching adaptive boxing since June 2019. We’re excited to announce that he’s now leading an online boxing home-workout for Peers! These workouts are designed to help with physical strength and functionality in every day life, and focus on: building core strength, cardiovascular health (adaptive Tabata), range of motion and flexibility, functional breathing, coordination and joint and muscle health. Join him and other peers online for these intense and super fun workouts!
Please bring a long stick (broom stick or dowel), free weights (soup cans, etc.) and a theraband.
How to Connect to Zoom:
– From your browser: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83073079597?pwd=a3AwSU5scnE2cFg4SE8rR3paRTZIUT09
– 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: 830 7307 9597
– Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 830 7307 9597
– If not in BC, find your local number here: https://zoom.us/u/acMz0fXoVA
If you’re interested in working out more often with Leo, he’s teaching two more classes each week through Westcoast Wheelchair Adaptive Boxing.
They’re held on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 11am and are $12/class. Connect with him at wwaboxing@gmail.com or 778-836-5406, if you would like to join in!
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 Jenna at jwright@sci-bc.ca to share your feedback.
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(Thursday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
01jun3:00 pm4:00 pmChair Yoga for Strength and Mobility3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join in on this seated yoga class for strength and mobility! Expect a gentle warm up followed by stronger movements targeted to support balance, coordination and mobility. The class
Join in on this seated yoga class for strength and mobility! Expect a gentle warm up followed by stronger movements targeted to support balance, coordination and mobility. The class is wrapped up with a mindfulness practice to calm the nervous system. With traditional yoga movements, breath work and somatic practices to offer a well-rounded class each week. Chair yoga has been shown to be supportive in increased mobility, balance, resiliency to stress and improve self quality. Also shown to reduce persistent pain, fatigue and digestive distress. A yoga practice may be the practice you’ve been seeking! Expect themed classes and suggestions to build week after week. No experience in yoga needed.
Suggested props but not required; Block, Strap/Exercise band, self massage ball/tennis ball, folded towel.
Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkd–grDosGt1w-fd-9sW9VwwOqvtho2Lw
Instructor Bio
Maria Brownlow began teaching in 2016 after taking her first Yoga teacher training in Nepal. With training in traditional Ashtanga and Hatha Yoga she began training in therapeutic yoga to deepen her knowledge for working with people with disability, acute and chronic health conditions, and supporting the nervous system. Her passion is how the practices of yoga can be adapted to suit the needs of anyone to promote wellbeing, health and a life filled with adventure! By learning to adapt her own practice after a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis in 2019, her drive only grew to share supportive practices and opportunities for others. Using approaches from Hatha Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Breath-work, targeted somatic movements, and conditioning techniques from Yoga and Meditation. Maria is a trauma informed instructor, and completed her 800 Hour Yoga Therapy Program through Ajna Yoga in Oak Bay, Victoria B.C. Find out more about Maria and what offerings for groups and individuals available at https://www.mariabrownlowyoga.com/.
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(Thursday) 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Teri Thorsontthorson@sci-bc.ca | 778-834-2056
01jun5:00 pm6:00 pmAmbulatory SCI Group5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
This ambulatory peer group led by Ryan Clarkson is for those who have some form of ambulation (walking) after a spinal cord injury. We are hoping to have
This ambulatory peer group led by Ryan Clarkson is for those who have some form of ambulation (walking) after a spinal cord injury. We are hoping to have participation from members who are walking full time, and others who still mostly depend on a mobility device to get around. Looking forward to seeing you in this virtual group!
How to Connect to Zoom:
– From your browser: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85751728133
– 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: 857 5172 8133
– Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 857 5172 8133
If you have any questions please contact our InfoLine at 1-800-689-2477 or info@sci-bc.ca.
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(Thursday) 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
01jun6:00 pm7:00 pmOnline Trivia!6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join SCI BC peer Rick in this hilarious and friendly, weekly competition. Anyone is welcome to join, and a prize will be mailed to the winner. Tune in right at
Join SCI BC peer Rick in this hilarious and friendly, weekly competition. Anyone is welcome to join, and a prize will be mailed to the winner. Tune in right at 6 pm so you don’t miss out on any of the action.
You must be able to connect to Crowdpurr with your smartphone or computer: http://www.crowd.live/JXFOK
How to Connect to Zoom:
– From your browser: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87980167291
– 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: 879 8016 7291
– Dial-in on a landline (telephone): call +1 778 907 2071 Canada (the local number for BC), and enter the Meeting ID when prompted: 879 8016 7291
– 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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(Thursday) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Teri Thorsontthorson@sci-bc.ca | 778-834-2056
02jun1:00 pm2:30 pmQuesnel Peer Lunch1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Craig's Table, 490 Carson Ave, Quesnel, BC
You’re invited! Join your fellow Quesnel Peers for a lunch get-together with great conversations and food! Please ensure you RSVP to Alison Duddy to attend this event: aduddy@sci-bc.ca or 250-255-0447
You’re invited! Join your fellow Quesnel Peers for a lunch get-together with great conversations and food! Please ensure you RSVP to Alison Duddy to attend this event: aduddy@sci-bc.ca or 250-255-0447
(Friday) 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Craig's Table
490 Carson Ave, Quesnel, BC
Alison Duddypeervolunteerq@sci-bc.ca
