Get Social!

SCIO social media channels are a great place to connect with our community. We use four platforms to keep you updated on upcoming events, local and world news and poignant personal stories. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram to stay engaged. Here are a few notable moments from each platform […]

Driving with an SCI

Modifying your vehicle so it suits your accessibility needs can be a very empowering process. Being in control of your transportation is freeing, can help reconnect you with your passions and much more. This is why many people with SCIs drive, however, the vehicles, routines, and feelings of being behind the wheel are different and […]

Keeping Cool During the Hot Summer Days

We’re having a long hot summer here in Ontario! Here are some top tips for keeping cool and beating the heat: Keeping Cool Use cool water to: Sponge or bathe Soak hands, forearms, and/or feet Spray skin while fanning Wet a cloth to put on neck and/or armpits   Try to avoid the heat by […]

Thunder Bay Opens a Wheelchair Tennis Court

Thunder Bay Tennis Centre is bringing athletes in the accessibility community an exciting opportunity in the form of wheelchair tennis. Jamie Grieve, head pro at the Thunder Bay Tennis Centre, stated “it’s been something that I’ve personally wanted to do for a long time.” This summer, the centre is teaming up with the Thunder Bay […]

Corporate Training

Having an accessible workplace or business is not only the right thing to do, it’s also the law. As Ontario prepares to be fully accessible by 2025, SCIO is here to help develop your business. We have services available to position your company as leaders in the accessibility movement. You can achieve this status through […]