Public Policy December 2024
From tackling barriers in accessible housing to promoting equipment donation and advancing research on neuropathic pain, SCIO continues to advocate for change and build community across Ontario. Discover the latest updates, events, and opportunities to get involved.
Unpacking Myths: The Truth About Sex and Disability
Unpacking Myths: The Truth About Sex and Disability By Rachele Our society is rampant with myths and misinformation about sex and disability, many of which stem from ableism, sexism and other forms of oppression that look to control and subdue groups of people. I believe this is why sexuality-related myths are so pervasive – since […]
Riding Through Barriers: How My E-Bike Transformed Toronto for Me
Riding Through Barriers: How My E-Bike Transformed Toronto for Me By Oda Al-anizi I’ve lived in Toronto for a long time and have used a wheelchair for over two decades. I always depended on public transit (subway, streetcar, wheel transit) because driving is a difficult and expensive endeavour. So, When I got my e-bike […]
Catheter Fair
Join us at Spinal Cord Injury Ontario’s Catheter Fair, where you’ll have the opportunity to explore a variety of urological products and learn about their features and benefits directly from the manufacturers. This event is your chance to connect with new medical supply vendors, ask questions, and discover which products best meet your unique needs […]
Disability Employment – Tips to Hire/Getting Hired
By Nikoletta Erdelyi Every October, the subject of employment in the disability community is brought to the forefront of inclusive hiring practices with NDEAM (National Disability Employment Awareness Month) campaigns that activists and businesses alike participate in. With sobering stats on employment among people with disabilities, it is easy to see why NDEAM campaigns […]
