Dear Rachele – Pain and Physical Barriers
*Note that questions have been edited for length, clarity, and respecting privacy. Reader asks: I am a wheelchair user with weak bones in one of my legs and back pain. How can I make sure I don’t hurt myself during sex? And how can I initiate sex if I can’t do a lot of things? […]
Accessible Work Virtual Hiring Information Session
Virtual Hiring Information Session McDonald’s – York Region Accessible Employment Services is hosting a Virtual Hiring Information Session in partnership with McDonald’s (York Region). This session is designed to provide job seekers with valuable insight into current employment opportunities and the hiring process. Participants will learn about: Available customer service and food preparation roles Typical […]
Leading with Purpose: A Black History Month Reflection from SCIO CEO Michael Richardson
At Spinal Cord Injury Ontario (SCIO), we believe representation, lived experience, and community leadership matter. During Black History Month, our CEO, Michael Richardson, reflects on his leadership journey, the importance of representation, and how SCIO is working to advance equity in the disability sector. A Leadership Journey Rooted in Community I’ve been working in social […]
York Region Peer Meet Up
We’re excited to launch the very first York Region Peer Connection, now meeting virtually to make it easy and accessible for everyone to join. This new online gathering is designed for clients, volunteers, and staff to come together, strengthen connections, and grow our local peer community all from the comfort of your home. Whether you’re […]
Your Voice Matters: Taylor Lindsay-Noel on Living with Spinal Cord Injury, Advocacy, and the Power of Being Seen
During Black History Month, Spinal Cord Injury Ontario is proud to spotlight the voices and lived experiences of Black individuals within our community. Representation matters not only in media and leadership, but in health care, advocacy, and support systems that shape people’s lives after injury. For Taylor Lindsay-Noel, sustaining a spinal cord injury at 14 […]
