80 Years of Impact.
Let’s Go Further.

Celebrate 80 Years of Spinal Cord Injury Ontario

Your support has brought us this far. With your help, we can go even further.

Watch: 80 Years of Momentum

From our beginnings in 1945 to today, SCIO has been a source of community, advocacy, and change. Watch our 80th anniversary story.

More stories coming soon – check back weekly as we celebrate our clients, partners, and progress.

Throughout the campaign, we’ll be sharing stories from clients, families, and advocates whose lives have been transformed. These are their voices.

Happy Birthday SCIO

Together, we’re not only celebrating 80 years of progress, but we are also investing in the next 80 years of advocacy, peer mentorship, community, and innovation.

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SCIO turns 80: A Celebration of Legacy, Community & Impact

As SCIO marks its 80th year, we celebrate more than longevity; we celebrate impact. From founding veterans to modern advocates, peer mentors, and the broader community, every person is part of our story.

From black-and-white beginnings to colourful breakthroughs, this gallery showcases the milestones, memories, and movement of our community over 80 years.

Double and Triple Your Impact Today

Your $50 → Becomes $100

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, all donations during this campaign will be matched 2x — meaning your gift goes even further to support people living with spinal cord injuries.

“SCIO gave me my independence back — and that’s priceless.”

From a Circle of Chairs to a Movement

In 1945, a group of veterans gathered in a circle of wheelchairs. Today, SCIO supports thousands across Ontario through advocacy, peer support, and programs that empower independence.

  • Launch of Peer Program
  • Provincial advocacy wins
  • SCI research breakthroughs

Let’s Build the Future Together

Your gift today will help us continue pushing boundaries for the next 80 years. Every donation matters — and now, it can go 2x as far.

Every story here adds a voice to the journey. Thank you to those who shared their path with SCIO over these past 80 years.

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