Spinal Cord Injury Ontario

Spinal Cord Injury Ontario This is a space to share information and support for those living with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities.

Please note that the views posted by our community members are not endorsed by Spinal Cord Injury Ontario. Spinal Cord Injury Ontario (SCIO), formerly known as Canadian Paraplegic Association Ontario, started in 1945 by veterans returning from WWII who had sustained spinal cord injuries. Our expertise lies in reaching and serving all Ontarians living with a spinal cord injury and their families. S

CIO also serves other people living with physical disabilities.We provide specific and individualized services during every step of recovery and also to those living in the community, through our core programmes and services: regional services, peer support, information services, advocacy, and employment services. SCI Ontario has offices across the province to serve those requiring assistance in local communities. SCIO's mission is to assist people with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities to achieve independence, self-reliance and full community participation. For more information about SCIO please visit www.sciontario.org.

Behind every resume is more than work experience. There’s a person navigating change, building confidence and working to...
08/25/2026

Behind every resume is more than work experience. There’s a person navigating change, building confidence and working toward what comes next.

In our latest blog on AccessibleWork.ca, Employment Specialist Carmit Kordov shares why meaningful employment support goes beyond job searches and measurable outcomes — and why seeing the whole person can make all the difference.

Read Beyond the Numbers: Seeing the Whole Person in Employment Services and discover Carmit’s perspective on what meaningful progress can look like.

🔗 Read the full blog link in bio!

🎤 Ready for a night of big laughs for a great cause?Tickets are now available for Laughter Heals: SCIO Comedy Night! Joi...
08/25/2026

🎤 Ready for a night of big laughs for a great cause?

Tickets are now available for Laughter Heals: SCIO Comedy Night! Join us on Wednesday, October 28 at The Comedy Bar in Toronto for an unforgettable evening featuring some of Canada’s fantastic comedic talent.

Even better? Your night out helps support Spinal Cord Injury Ontario’s programs and services, including Peer Support, Service Navigation and advocacy for people living with spinal cord injury.

📅 Wednesday, October 28, 2026
📍 The Comedy Bar | 2800 Danforth Ave., Toronto
🚪 Doors open at 6:00 p.m. | Show starts at 8:00 p.m.

🎟️ Get your tickets and bring your friends:
https://www.sciontario.org/comedy-night-tickets/

Come for the comedy. Support the community. And get ready to laugh!

08/21/2026

What an amazing day on the water! 🌊⛷️

Thank you to all our incredible volunteers, attendees, and sponsors who helped make our Ottawa Adapted Water Ski Day a success. Your support makes opportunities like this possible! 💙

Join Accessible Employment Services for AES NEXT STEP™ Digital Skills and Employment — a 12-week workshop series designe...
08/19/2026

Join Accessible Employment Services for AES NEXT STEP™ Digital Skills and Employment — a 12-week workshop series designed for participants with all types of disabilities to build confidence in AI, digital skills, workplace readiness and employment preparation.

💻 Explore new tools. Build practical skills. Prepare for the future of work.

📅 Workshops begin September 10, 2026
🗓️ Thursdays | 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
✉️ Reserve your spot: [email protected]
🌐 Learn more: AccessibleWork.ca

08/19/2026

TORONTO — WE’RE ONE DAY AWAY!

The Toronto Access Expo is happening TOMORROW! ♿
Come discover the latest in adaptive technology, accessible products Motion and services, meet exhibitors, connect with the community, and explore new possibilities for greater independence and accessibility.

📅 Thursday, August 20
⏰ 3:00–6:00 PM
📍 Lyndhurst Centre | 520 Sutherland Dr., Toronto
🍴 FREE food + FREE admission
Whether you’re living with a disability, supporting someone who is, or simply want to discover what’s new in accessibility — this is an event you don’t want to miss.
👀 Here’s a sneak peek of what’s waiting for you tomorrow!
👉 Register today and join us:
https://www.sciontario.org/events/toronto-access-expo/

See you at the Expo! 💙

Looking for practical tools and information to support your employment journey? Join Accessible Employment Services for ...
08/18/2026

Looking for practical tools and information to support your employment journey?

Join Accessible Employment Services for a FREE virtual Employment Workshop, presented by Service Canada, on September 16.

Learn more about:
🔎 Using Job Bank to explore employment opportunities and career information
💰 The Canada Disability Benefit and available financial support
🤝 Resources to help support your employment journey

📅 September 16, 2026
⏰ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
💻 Online via Zoom
📩 Register by emailing [email protected]

🔗 https://accessiblework.ca/employment-workshops-free-virtual-session-sept-16/

Accessibility shouldn't be an afterthought—it should be built into every community from the start.After sustaining a spi...
08/17/2026

Accessibility shouldn't be an afterthought—it should be built into every community from the start.
After sustaining a spinal cord injury, Jeff Arbus and his family experienced firsthand the challenges of finding truly accessible housing. In our latest blog, Jeff shares why accessibility must go beyond minimum standards and include the voices of people with lived experience.

Read the blog: Jeff Arbus: https://community.sciontario.org/jeff-arbus-accessibility-cant-be-an-afterthought/

08/13/2026

Thank you to everyone who made the Kingston Access Expo such a memorable day! 💙

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible sponsors, dedicated volunteers, exhibitors, community partners, and everyone who attended. Your support and enthusiasm helped create a welcoming space where people could connect, discover resources, and celebrate accessibility together.

Missed Kingston? There's still time to join us at one of our upcoming Access Expos in **Toronto, London, and Thunder Bay**! We can't wait to connect with even more members of our community.

Visit [https://www.sciontario.org/access-expo/](https://www.sciontario.org/access-expo/) to learn more and register.

🌎 Travel Without LimitsWhat does it take to explore more than 20 countries after a spinal cord injury? For SCIO’s Leandr...
08/10/2026

🌎 Travel Without Limits

What does it take to explore more than 20 countries after a spinal cord injury? For SCIO’s Leandre Casselman, it comes down to preparation, adaptability and a sense of adventure.

In our latest blog, Leandre shares lessons from his travels around the world, from researching accessible accommodations and navigating unexpected challenges to the people and experiences that have made his journeys memorable.

✍️ The story was written by Tiffany Lin, SCIO’s summer student and Marketing Assistant, who sat down with Leandre to capture his experiences and practical tips for accessible travel.

Read “Travel Without Limits: Leandre Casselman’s Lessons from Exploring the World” and learn more about Leandre’s upcoming Peer Connection event, Travel with Leandre.

🔗 Link to blog https://community.sciontario.org/travel-without-limits-leandre-casselmans-lessons-from-exploring-the-world/

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520 Sutherland Drive
Toronto, ON
M4G3V9

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+18774221112

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