Accessing Care in Remote Areas

After sustaining a spinal cord injury, access to medical care and a rehabilitation team are crucial. However, a person’s location and the distance from their healthcare providers has an impact on how treatment and support is obtained. Those who sustain a SCI in a motor vehicle accident and live in remote areas might require in-home […]

Making a Splash

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On Monday, July 25th Water Ski Wakeboard Ontario hosted a fantastic day on a lake near Puslinch, Ontario. People with different types of disabilities were given the opportunity to try water skiing, most for the very first time! It was a sunny day that shone down on the participants and shed a light on the […]

The Longest Drive

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The 5th Annual OT Consult Ergo Golf Invitational took place Thursday, July 7th at the Pine View Golf Course in Ottawa. There was a great turnout of 15 foursomes on the course playing in support of SCIO’s Enhancing Independence Program that provides essential safety and mobility equipment to people in need. This year’s event raised […]

Metrolinx Accessibility

Metrolinx wants to hear from any interested members of the public and other organizations about the accessibility of GO Transit, Bus Rapid Transit, UP Express, PRESTO as well as new rapid transit projects/services currently being planned and built (New Subway Projects, Light Rail Transit). They recently launched their annual accessibility consultation. Due to the COVID-19 […]

Holiday Support

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We are passionate about supporting our community. This includes our dedicated staff that have spent this past year supporting our community. To help them recharge their batteries during the holiday season we will be closing all our offices, home and otherwise to spend much needed time with friends and family. We will be shut down […]

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