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We hosted nearly 400 Peer Events, Support Groups, and Coffee Meetups around the province.
With the help of our Peer coordinators, we made 153 Peer-to-Peer Matches. around the province.
Our Coffee and Support Groups drew 1,997 participants throughout British Columbia.
Our Infoline Specialists answered
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Several years ago, a seemingly minor accident sent Trevor to the surgery room. He would spend the next 11 months in a hospital bed, unable to walk, with friends moving on and his family living far away. Inside, Trevor faced the darkest moments of his life—and he attempted the unthinkable. “I WAS 39 WHEN I WAS INJURED IN A CAR ACCIDENT. I INJURED MYSELF CATCHING A FALLING PHYSIOTHERAPY PATIENT when I was 37. I felt my back snap. OUR FIRM’S BEEN INVOLVED WITH SCI BC FOREVER, BUT I’VE BEEN THE PERSON PRIMARILY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RELATIONSHIP SINCE ABOUT 2011. THIS YEAR, I’M STARTING A NEW SCHOLARSHIP FOR PEOPLE WITH SPINAL CORD INJURIES. Growing up in a small town in Northern Saskatchewan, I didn’t have the same advantages that other people had but I did have the same opportunities, and I always recognized that as a gift. I never really considered myself an underdog. As long as I had the same opportunity, I could always achieve as much as anybody else — even people that had more of a head start than I did. And I believe the same thing for people that are injured. That’s why I thought about the scholarship. I strongly believe that challenge coupled with opportunity can be the strongest gift you ever give anybody. "I work as an RMT on Saturna Island, BC. I am on the Health Committee on this island and, through the Medical Clinic office, have come into contact with your magazine. I read it from front to back… articles and ads! I am touched by the stories and the pictures and the information! But I am most touched by the immense heart that comes through every page—and through your website.
SUMMARY OF OPERATIONS SUMMARY OF FINANCIAL POSITION
ED MILLIGAN CHRIS MCBRIDE COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD include AUDIT, FINANCE, FUND DEVELOPMENT, GOVERNANCE & PROGRAM You can learn more about our board members here.
contributed by individuals, community groups, government, gaming grants, corporations and foundations Allen & Loreen Vanderkerkhove Family Foundation Insurance Corporation of BC Laval University (via Spinal Cord $10,000 + $2,500 to $4,999 Knights of Columbus (BC) Charity Foundation Blanche Macdonald Centre Kwantlen Polytechnic University Tree of Life We were very honoured to be remembered with bequests — legacy gifts that will benefit our community for years to come.
Rodney Harrold
*These four organizations, along with SCI BC, comprise the BC Spinal Cord Injury Network, a collaboration established to create better opportunities for learning and sharing solutions with the SCI community. SPRING Winter Wheelin’ in Fort St John ◉ Beer 2 Peer ◉
Fishing in Osoyoos ◉ SUMMER ◉ S’mores, campfires and shooting stars in the Okanagan
◉ BBQs and picnics around the province.
◉ The Bus Stop Hop: Vancouver’s Only Wheelchair Accessible Scavenger hunt. ◉ Cooking classes in ICORD’s state-of-the-art accessible kitchen FALL Victoria Hockey Night and Dinner ◉ WINTER Holiday Parties ◉ Results from our Accessible New “Bean There” Coffee Groups in Intro to Scuba in Prince George ◉ ◉ New Accessible Trails open in Northern BC ◉ Workplaces and local businesses “Tie One On” for SCI BC during Ugly Tie Week.
Luckily, Trevor met someone who was able to draw him out of this dark place.
Kirsten understands what it’s like to be in a wheelchair—she has lived with her own injury for 23 years.With encouragement from Kirsten, Trevor started coming out to SCI BC events and met others facing similar challenges. He now draws strength from his new circle of friends and feels comfortable talking with them about anything. And the program has given Trevor the confidence to try new things—like an adventure trip to Whistler in the summer.
Our YouTube series, launched in 2014, keeps you informed, engaged and up-to-date with the latest in SCI—from adaptive sports and recreation, to community events and research. Join our host, Kirsten Sharp, as she explores, celebrates and connects with the SCI community.
I relate totally to the issues of fatigue and depression, feelings of not being quite a quadriplegic whilst still dealing with all the problems of mobility, sensation, temperature regulation, bowel and bladder dysfunction, neuropathic pain, spasms and limited hand/arm function.
And I am still working with all the questions; acceptance still comes and goes.
Thank you for the articles about people from my tribe—it’s good to hear from others with similar issues.”
— Karin Watson, 71, Courtenay, BC
I am now 72 years old. Constant daily pain has lead to chronic depression. The more depressed I am, the more I notice the pain… However, I can walk short distances with the aid of a cane. So, in the town where I was injured, too many people asked why I wasn’t working or if I was having a good holiday. It took my mother 25 years to realize that I would not get better.
I would like to thank you for “An Incomplete Affair” in The Spin, Summer 2014. I can readily identify with the problems discussed—particularly having an invisible injury.
— Lynn Mackenzie, 72, Terrace, BC
— Scott Stanley, Lawyer, Murphy Battista LLP
I do not have an SCI, although I deal with some spine issues from old injuries. I actually do not know of anyone who has an SCI. That doesn’t seem to matter.
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It would be impossible for us to reach out through programs, services, and support without the generosity of the broader community — our donors, sponsors, volunteers and partners.
BC Gaming Commission
BC Lottery Corporation
BC Paraplegic Foundation
City of Prince George
City of Quesnel
City of Vancouver
District of North Vancouver
District of West Vancouver
Interior Savings
McMaster University, Dept. of Kinesiology
Neil Squire Society
North Peace Savings and Credit Union
Prince George Community Foundation
Provincial Employees Community
Services Fund
Rick Hansen Foundation
Rick Hansen Institute
Injury Canada)
United Way of the Lower Mainland
United Way of Northern British Columbia
University of British Columbia (ICORD)
Vancouver Coastal Health – Healthy Living Program
Vancouver Coastal Health – Sharon Martin Community Health Fund
Victoria Foundation
Murphy Battista LLP
Scotiabank Charity Challenge
The 1998 Foundation
Vancouver International Airport Authority
Vancouver Regional Construction Association
West Shore Holdings Ltd.
$5,000 to $9,999
Allergan Canada
BC Club Challenge
Coloplast Canada
Macdonald’s Prescriptions Ltd.
MV-1 Canada
Travelers Canada
Whole Foods
WorkSafe BC
The Andrew Mahon Foundation
$500 to $2,499
Active Mobility
All-Span Engineering & Construction Ltd.
Can Am Mobility
CGA Association of Canada
Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd.
Fruitvale Community Chest
FS Financial Strategies
Gyro Club of Vancouver
Charitable Foundation
Helping Hands of WorkSafe BC
Henderson Structured Settlements
Kamloops Paddlewheelers Lions Club
Kelowna Central Lions Club
Knight Piesold Ltd.
Ladies Auxiliary to FOE #3318
Len’s Transportation Group
NWM Private Giving Foundation
Pacific International Cup
Phillips, Hager & North Investment Management Ltd.
Royal Bank of Canada
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 052
Slater Vecchio Barristers & Solicitors
Sobeys Inc.
So blu Clothing
Sojojo Holdings Inc. (Chill Winston)
Team Telus Charitable Giving
Telus Community Affairs
Trotter & Morton Facility Services Inc.
Vancouver Prop & Costume Ltd.
Wawanesa Assurance
BCIT School of Business
Float Yaletown
Global TV
Lise Waitier
Mavi Jeans
MLK Coaching
Via Rail Canada
Weddings by Kathy
Estate of Vincenz Bauer
Estate of Shaughan Patrick Bryan
Estate of Albert Hiller
Estate of Kenneth William Rolf Nore
Estate of Marguerite Marion Reeves And we gratefully received gifts in honour or memory of loved ones.
Bob
Mike Busby
John Christofel
Jerry Corriveau
G.M. Dewar
John Grant
Larry Hamada
Art Heppner
Barbara Heron
L. Lovegrove
Shirley McFeat
Gerry Owen
Ritchie
PARTNERSHIPS: SCI BC is very fortunate to work closely with many other organizations that benefit our community and we thank them for their collaboration and support.
BC Adaptive SnowSports
BC Housing
BC Personal Supports Network
BC Wheelchair Basketball Society*
BC Wheelchair Sports Association*
Canadian Wheelchair Sports Association
CRIS Adaptive Adventures
GF Strong Rehabilitation Centre
ICORD
Kits Neighbourhood House
Lions Paraplegic Lodge Society
Marpole Richmond Sportsman’s Association
McMaster University
Neil Squire Society*
Open Door Group
Power to Be Adventure Therapy
Real Wheels Theatre
Sam Sullivan Disability Foundation*
SCI Action Canada
Spinal Cord Injury Canada and Provincial Corporate Partners
Sportability
Vancouver General Hospital
Vancouver South Lions Club
We can't thank you enough.
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