Spinal Cord Injury Ontario

06/01/2026

Accessibility progress deserves recognition—and accountability.

One reason to feel hopeful this National AccessAbility Week is that accessibility plans are now required for thousands of organizations across Canada. That's an important step toward identifying barriers and creating change.

But a plan alone isn't enough.

Many accessibility plans still lack clear timelines, measurable outcomes, or meaningful accountability. Real progress happens when commitments lead to action.

As we celebrate the gains we've made, we also recognize the work that remains. Accessibility isn't a checkbox—it's an ongoing commitment to building a Canada that works for everyone.

Read Nikoletta's latest blog: Five Reasons to Feel Hopeful This National AccessAbility Week.
https://ow.ly/kNqv50Z5H6p

05/29/2026

Canada has committed to becoming barrier-free by 2040.
That’s a bold and important goal—but where do we stand today?

This National AccessAbility Week, we’re taking a closer look at both the progress being made and the gaps that remain.

Because accessibility isn’t just policy—it’s people’s everyday experience.

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

June is all about connection .

Join Spinal Cord Injury Ontario’s Peer Connection events this month to meet others with shared experiences, build community, and find support in a welcoming space. Whether you’re looking to connect, learn, or simply have fun, there’s something for everyone.

Check out our June events and come be part of the conversation!
https://ow.ly/Y7EV50Z5jMu

05/27/2026

Ready to rethink your job search? Join us this June for The Whole Person Job Search workshop — a powerful session designed to help you move beyond resumes and applications to discover a more authentic, confident, and sustainable approach to employment. 💼✨

Whether you're exploring new opportunities, returning to work, or navigating career changes after injury or disability, this workshop will help you tap into your strengths, values, and lived experiences to build a job search strategy that truly fits you.

📅 Don’t miss this empowering virtual event!
🔗 Register here: https://ow.ly/YG4F50Z4IY0

05/25/2026

Air travel should be accessible to everyone. ✈️♿

Join SCIO’s Accessible Air Travel Forum for an important conversation bringing together voices from aviation, accessibility, and disability advocacy to explore challenges, innovations, and solutions for more inclusive travel experiences.

📅 June 15, 2026
🕒 3:30 p.m. EDT
💻 Zoom Webinar

Hear from expert guest speakers and help shape the future of accessible air travel.

Register today: https://ow.ly/NL1z50Z3hBL

05/25/2026

As we recognize National Accessibility Week, Rick Watters, Manager of Peer Support at Spinal Cord Injury Ontario, shares a powerful reflection on what dismantling ableism truly means.

Through lived experience and honest insight, Rick challenges us to rethink accessibility, inclusion, and the barriers people with disabilities continue to face every day.

We’re also proud to share that Rick will be a panelist at the upcoming Accessibility Symposium: Dismantling Ableism — continuing this important conversation and helping drive meaningful change.

Read the blog: https://ow.ly/6MMP50Z1NT5

Learn more about the symposium: https://ow.ly/c2SW50Z1NT4

05/22/2026

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05/21/2026

🌈 Pride Month is about celebrating identity, building community, and creating spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported. Join us for an inspiring virtual panel discussion on creating sustainable connections and community for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals within the disability community.

Hear powerful lived experiences, meaningful conversations, and learn how we can foster inclusion, belonging, and peer support together. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

📅 Don’t miss this important conversation — register today:
https://ow.ly/kMuJ50Z2KVP

05/20/2026

What an incredible day at the Access Expo in Ottawa! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who attended, connected, shared ideas, and helped make the event such a success. A huge thank you as well to everyone who shared photos and captured so many great moments throughout the day. 📸

We’re especially grateful to all the volunteers, exhibitors, and the many people working behind the scenes who helped pull everything together. And a special shout out to our amazing SCIO Ottawa team for all their hard work and dedication! 👏

This video is just a small snapshot of an inspiring day filled with connection, accessibility, innovation, and community.

We’re already looking forward to 2027!

Be sure to visit our website and check out the Events page for upcoming SCIO Access Expo events and more opportunities to connect with us. 💙
https://ow.ly/gbsv50Z2hTm