Adapted Rock Climbing

Join us for our first in-person Peer Connection in the York Region featuring Adapted Rock Climbing. From adaptive equipment and harness systems to tailored techniques and support, it’s all about making the sport accessible, empowering, and fun. When: Monday, April 27, 2026 Time: 5:15 pm – 6:45 pm Where: Oak Ridges Branch, Richmond Hill Public Library Room […]
Freedom on the Water: Adaptive Waterskiing with SCIO

This summer, Spinal Cord Injury Ontario (SCIO) hosted 2 amazing Adapted Water Ski events. One was held in Ottawa in partnership with the SkiAbility Team, and the other was in Guelph in Partnership with Jake Thomas and his volunteers, who train with the National Waterski Team
In Memoriam – Melanie Collum
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the sudden and unexpected passing of Melanie Collum. Our community has lost and great champion of people living with spinal cord injury, and a beloved colleague and friend. Melanie was an advocate, educator, community connector, navigator, PSW trainer, guest lecturer, and Regional Services […]
ADP Catheter Coverage – Key Messages
Key Messages to MPPs and Media We encourage you to reach out to your local Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) and media to talk about these issues. When speaking with your local media outlet, it is important to think through how to share your story in a simple and meaningful way. This means considering what […]
Smiles in the Snow
Smiles were the order of the day at Ottawa Ski & Snowboard Day which took place February 8th at the charming Sommet Edelweiss in Wakefield, Quebec. Thanks to our partners at Canadian Adaptive Snowsports (CADS), SCIO clients from Ottawa, Kingston, and Cornwall were able to try their hand at sit-skiing. We are very grateful for […]