Voices

September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada—a time to reflect on the impact of residential schools, honour Survivors, and recognize the strength of Indigenous communities. At Spinal Cord Injury Ontario, we believe that listening, learning, and amplifying Indigenous voices is a vital part of reconciliation....

On August 26th, ULI Toronto’s Accelerating Accessibility Coalition (AAC) teamed up with REENA to give members and guests a tour of the Lou Fruitman Residence in Thornhill. With over 50 attendees, the day was a success, providing numerous opportunities to reflect on the future of accessible housing. From developers...

If you live in Ontario and have ever needed to access an Emergency Department at your local hospital, then you are likely familiar with the experience of waiting long hours to be seen. Combined with the needs of a physical disability, such as pre-planned transportation, accessing urgent medical care...

For 80 years, Spinal Cord Injury Ontario (SCIO) has stood as Ontario’s largest and most trusted community for individuals living with spinal cord and mobility disabilities. Founded in 1945 by courageous World War II veterans, including John Counsell, Al Jousse, Conn Smythe, Ken Langford, Andy Clark, and L.M. Wood,...

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...

Welcome back to Real Talk with Rachele, where we discuss all things disabled sex! This month, we’re looking at BDSM and kink practices. This topic is always one of my favourites to look at because of my own personal interest. In my early days of understanding how my disability...

Welcome back to Real Talk with Rachele, where we discuss all things disabled sex! This month we’re talking about mental health, neurodivergence, and the ways our brains interact with our bodies, and in turn, our sex lives. Something we’ve discussed in past months is that our brains are a...

At Spinal Cord Injury Ontario, we’re proud to celebrate Pride Month by uplifting the voices of 2SLGBTQ+ community members who live at the intersection of queerness and disability. Pride is about visibility, authenticity, and the right to be seen — and that includes making space for the diverse lived...

February was a month full of in-your-face reminders about love, sex, and what relationships should look like, but rarely representative of the disabled experience....

How Lynda Todd is Redefining Accessibility in the Art World Five years ago, Lynda Todd never imagined she had become a professional artist, let alone one with a growing list of solo exhibitions solo exhibitions and national and international recognition as she had never picked up an art brush...

In our last blog post we talked about connecting with partners, and this month we’ll be chatting about connecting with ourselves – that is, masturbation and solo-sex!...

If you need to use a catheter after your spinal cord injury, there are some basic facts you should know about your product choices and cleaning techniques. After your SCI, your healthcare team will help you determine whether you are able to empty your bladder regularly and completely on...

February was a month full of in-your-face reminders about love, sex, and what relationships should look like, but rarely representative of the disabled experience....

Our focus in back in the fall was the pervasive myths about sexuality and disability, and many of those myths revolve around our ability and right to even be sexual. As I discussed in that post, unpacking myths and learning new truths are incredibly important for pushing back against...

Sustaining a serious injury can be a life-altering experience, bringing with it not only physical challenges but also emotional and financial strains. Understanding the benefits available to you is crucial for your recovery and peace of mind. Here’s an overview of the potential benefits and resources at your disposal....