Back Behind The Wheel: Driving with an SCI

Thinking about driving after a spinal cord injury? Whether you’re newly injured or years into your journey, this Peer Connections session is all about regaining independence through adaptive driving. We’ll cover hand controls, vehicle modifications, and real-life tips from peers who’ve returned to the road. Come with your questions, experiences, or just curiosity — and […]

Peer Connections: Women with SCI Virtual

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Are you a woman navigating life with a spinal cord injury? You’re invited to join our Women’s Group, where we gather to share experiences, offer encouragement, and build meaningful connections. Our group offers a space for women of all ages and backgrounds who are living with spinal cord injuries, whether you’re newly injured or have […]

Peterborough Peers

Join us for our monthly in-person Peterborough Peer Connections! We meet on the third Thursday of every month at Jackson Creek Retirement Residence. A space for individuals with spinal cord injuries to connect, share, and learn from each other’s experiences. Come hear from our Peer Mentors, and enjoy some snacks as we chat. This event […]

Pride Panel: Creating Sustainable Connections and Community Virtual

Promotional graphic for a live webinar titled “Real Talk with Rachele.” The design features a bright pink background with white and blue text reading: “Pride Panel: Creating Sustainable Connections and Community.” A Progress Pride flag icon appears beside a photo of a smiling person sitting outdoors. A blue “Live Webinar” badge is displayed in the top right corner.

Celebrate Pride Month with SCIO at our virtual panel discussion on Creating Sustainable Connections and Community. Moderated by Rachele Manett, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CRTS) and disabled sexuality educator, this lively conversation will bring together queer and disabled community members to share stories about finding friendship, chosen family, identity, and belonging. From community-building and representation […]

Accessible Air Travel Forum

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Join Spinal Cord Injury Ontario for an informative webinar on Accessible Air Travel, featuring expert guest speakers from across the aviation, accessibility, and disability advocacy sectors. This engaging discussion will explore current challenges, innovations, and initiatives aimed at improving the travel experience for people with disabilities, including protecting mobility devices, accessibility planning, airport operations, and […]

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