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Tag Archives for: "transportation"
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 Active Transportation Summit: Accessible for All

Active Transportation Summit: Accessible for All

July 11, 2019

SCI BC's Information Resource Specialist, Heather Lamb, recently attended the Active Transportation Summit in New Westminster and was impressed by the conference's accessibility. Here are her [...]

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     How Do I Get There? Modo May Be the Answer

    How Do I Get There? Modo May Be the Answer

    June 10, 2019

    Getting there is half the battle. Thankfully, SCI BC has you covered with Modo's accessible van. Read on for the wheel deal!

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       Robot Ride: The Future of Transportation

      Robot Ride: The Future of Transportation

      April 8, 2019

      Are driverless vehicles such as the ELA (ELectric Automation) the future of transportation? We took a test ride to find out!

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         The BC Poverty Reduction Strategy and SCI

        The BC Poverty Reduction Strategy and SCI

        May 31, 2018

        Living with SCI and similar physical disabilities is expensive and brings some unique challenges to making a steady, liveable income. This spring, when the provincial government asked for input [...]

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           The Essential Checklist for Your Accessible Winery Tour Vacation

          The Essential Checklist for Your Accessible Winery Tour Vacation

          June 1, 2015

          Spring marks the start of wine tour season in British Columbia. Ease those travel headaches with our top tips + focus on what really matters—drinking wine!

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             Vote YES for more accessible transportation

            Vote YES for more accessible transportation

            April 2, 2015

            SCI BC encourages you to vote in the 2015 Metro Vancouver Transportation and Transit Plebiscite - and to vote YES.

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               Vancouver Car Co-op Welcomes Accessible Van

              Vancouver Car Co-op Welcomes Accessible Van

              June 9, 2014

              It’s official! Modo, the Vancouver-based car share, has added an accessible van (#521) to its 300-vehicle fleet.

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                 A fiery acceptance speech at city hall

                A fiery acceptance speech at city hall

                November 27, 2013

                On November 21st, The City of Vancouver handed out their 2013 Access and Inclusion and Cultural Harmony Awards.

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                • Anne McEachnieI really want to thank JIll for her efforts...
                • Maxine Kaufman-LacustaGo for it, Jill!...
                 Highlights from our 12th annual Bus Stop Hop

                Highlights from our 12th annual Bus Stop Hop

                August 21, 2013

                On Saturday, August 17th, 10 teams of four participants raced across the city, from Granville Island to Lonsdale Quay, Science World and YVR, using everything TransLink has to offer.

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                • Tammy CornessI had so much fun at the Bus Stop Hop! It wa...
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                Blenz - Kelowna4060-2271 Harvey Ave, Kelowna, BC

                27sep1:00 pm3:00 pmKelowna Coffee with Accessible Okanagan1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Blenz - Kelowna, 4060-2271 Harvey Ave, Kelowna, BC

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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

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                27sep2:00 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,

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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, 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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                JJ Bean in Suter Brook Village400 Capilano Rd Unit#7, Port Moody, BC

                27sep2:00 pm4:00 pmTri-City Peer Coffee2:00 pm - 4:00 pm JJ Bean in Suter Brook Village, 400 Capilano Rd Unit#7, Port Moody, BC

                Event Details

                Join us for a coffee with a light snack and

                Event Details

                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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                28sep11:00 am12:00 pmWestcoast Wheelchair Adaptive Boxing featuring Leo Sammarelli11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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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

                Event Details

                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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                Minoru Centre for Active Living7191 Granville Ave

                28sep12:00 pm2:00 pmRichmond Coffee Group12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Minoru Centre for Active Living, 7191 Granville Ave

                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 &

                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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