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- Spinal Cord Injury BC
- 780 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC V6P 5Y7
- (604) 324-3611
- (604) 326-1229
- info@sci-bc.ca
- www.sci-bc.ca
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
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Join us for coffee & terrific conversation! We meet up for a casual conversation over a cup of coffee or tea. Whether you’re looking for new friends, support with a new
Event Details
Join us for coffee & terrific conversation!
We meet up for a casual conversation over a cup of coffee or tea. Whether you’re looking for new friends, support with a new injury, or information from those who’ve “been there, done that”, there’s something for everyone of any age, experience or disability.
Got questions? Contact Sonja at sgaudet@sci-bc.ca for more info.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
Blenz - Kelowna
4060-2271 Harvey Ave, Kelowna, BC
Organizer
Sonja Gaudet
27sep2:00 pm3:00 pmNorthern BC Online Coffee Group2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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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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Time
(Wednesday) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Organizer
Brandy Stilesbstiles@sci-bc.ca | 250-563-6942
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Join us for a coffee with a light snack and
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Join us for a coffee with a light snack and meet your peers in the Tri-City area. RSVP to Rod at rbitz@sci-bc.ca to save your spot!
Time
(Wednesday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
JJ Bean in Suter Brook Village
400 Capilano Rd Unit#7, Port Moody, BC
Organizer
Rod Bitz
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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
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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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Time
(Thursday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Join our Richmond peer Coffee Group to chat with like-minded people about living in a wheelchair, the world and whatever else may be on your mind! We will treat you &
Event Details
Join our Richmond peer Coffee Group to chat with like-minded people about living in a wheelchair, the world and whatever else may be on your mind!
We will treat you & your attendant (if applicable) to a coffee or pastry! This group is a welcoming place where Richmondites with mobility challenges can share experiences and questions over a beverage.
Please RSVP to George at 778-882-7673 (mobile) or by email at George.Pope_CCS@yahoo.com
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Time
(Thursday) 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location
Minoru Centre for Active Living
7191 Granville Ave
Organizer
George Pope
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