Relief at Last: Shoulder Pain Research and Treatment

There is a staggeringly high incidence of largely untreatable shoulder pain and injuries in people with SCI who use manual wheelchairs. New research at New Jersey’s Kessler Foundation offers some hope.
Wheel Love: A New Documentary on Love, Sex, Relationships, Fertility and SCI

Whether you’re a Peer interested in having a family, or just someone who appreciates stellar film-making, you don’t want to miss a compelling new short documentary conceived by Wheel Love’s Chelsea McEvoy.
Much More Than Coffee: South Fraser Active Living Group

In two short years, the South Fraser Active Living Group has taken Peer power to a whole new level.
Questionable Timing

Scientists have found evidence that SCI disrupts the body’s internal clock. Dr. Gaudet is working to understand the mechanisms and implications of this — and develop strategies to lessen the impact.
Calorie Crunch: Nutrition and SCI

Dr. Kristine Cowley explores the link between SCI and obesity with new research from the University of Manitoba—you may be surprised by what she found.
Walt’s Time: He’s Far From Finished

Walt Lawrence has lived a remarkably long and healthy life for someone with C2-C3 quadriplegia who is dependent on a ventilator—and he’s far from finished.
Nothing but the Truth..Except Trust

How do we know what the truth is? The short answer is you need to turn to those you can trust.
Hello, Winter: 11 Tips to Navigate the Cold with SCI

Here are a few SCI-friendly reminders for navigating your neighbourhood in sub-zero temperatures, finding local events to keep active, and staying safe.
South Fraser Active Living Group’s Beautiful Getaway to Agur Lake

Earlier this year, a group of friends in the South Fraser Active Living Group read an email that grabbed their interest. “Why not?” they thought.
Moving On: A Roll in the Right Direction

If life has taught Jessica Kruger anything, it’s how to deal with—and embrace—change. As her role as SCI BC Event Lead (and office pastry extraordinaire) comes to an end, Jess shares how (and why) she’s moved on—with her profession, her athletic career, and her disability.
Rehab Rap: Botox for SCI Complications

Dr. Andrei Krassioukov explains how Botox can reduce SCI complications with input from SCI peers Teri Thorson and John Chernesky.
Inner Strength Training

Ten years ago, Master Michael Sirota led a series of ground-breaking self defence workshops for in- and out-patients at GF Strong. Now, with Para Taekwondo set to make its debut at the 2020 Paralympics and Therapeutic Martial Arts programs taking hold around the world, a growing number of supporters want to see the classes make a comeback.