By Tylia Flores To the parents who just found out their child has cerebral palsy: I know that this may be a hard pill to swallow, but your journey is just beginning. You probably will hear the word “never” a lot in the beginning of your journey with cerebral palsy. Or you may have heard […]
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Unofficial world record holders for half-marathon wheelchair tandem team calls for fairness and inclusivity for people with disabilities
“Level the playing field, Guinness World Records”: Unofficial world record holders for half-marathon wheelchair tandem team calls for fairness and inclusivity for people with disabilities June 27 – Local boys Jason Cole and Rand Surbey smashed the Guinness World Record for fastest half marathon pushing a wheelchair at the Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon and Charity Challenge […]
PeerNet Spring workshops
PeerNetBC host a series of community workshops that occur twice per year. They are open to everyone, and offer an opportunity to network with people from various communities, groups and organizations. Upcoming workshops in May will explore topics such as facilitation skills, self-care and community engagement & leadership. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity […]
Community Connections Panel Discussions on ‘Aging with a Disability’
With a combined turnout of about 70 people for both events, our Community Connections Panel Discussions on Aging with a Disability in New Westminster and in North Vancouver were hugely successful. Community Connections in New Westminster On August 4, we held the Aging With A Disability Panel Discussion in New Westminster. Our panelists, Wanda […]
A Night to Remember – 2016 Life Without Limits Gala
“Beyond Limits” was truly a theme for the 2016 CPABC Gala. Speakers, members and presenters all emphasized the power of each individual to reach their goals and stretch beyond their limits to achieve their dreams, at a glittery gala held March 3rd at the Best Western Plus Chateau Granville. The CPABC extends grateful thanks to […]
