Brain Tumour Support Groups are a valuable opportunity for people with a brain tumour and their loved ones to share experiences and gain peer support in a safe and relaxed atmosphere. Groups meet monthly and are open to those 18 years of age or older. Participants are encouraged to share Read more [...]

Bridging the Gap: Getting Physically Active is a program open to all, regardless of age, fitness level, or injury. Getting physically active if you have a disability can be challenging and this program helps people figure out where to start, what wheelchair sports are available, how to get the right Read more [...]

The British Columbia Association of Professionals with Disabilities is a provincially incorporated non-profit dedicated to maximizing the inclusion, job retention, and advancement of current and future professionals with disabilities. Our non-profit is solely and permanently committed to meeting the complex and emerging concerns of professionals with disabilities. We are a Read more [...]

MedicAlert is the leading provider of medical information services that are linked to customized medical bracelets and necklaces. The service will alert others about a specific medical condition if an individual is in need of assistance and unable to communicate. Note: This is a service that is available across Canada. Read more [...]

Richmond Parks & Recreation endeavours to ensure that programs and services are responsive to the diverse and changing needs within the community, and works to remove or minimize barriers to access. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

This program provides funding and coordination of short-term, community-based rehab and support services for children and youth with an acquired brain injury. Services include: Acute rehab services Service coordination Toll-free line Transition planning This is a provincially funded program. Only those without third party funding are eligible for these services. Read more [...]

Community Therapists provides community based rehabilitation services to individuals and organizations. Our services enable people to function more fully in their communities including home, school and work. Our acquired brain injury (ABI) rehabilitation services are aimed at assisting clients who have experienced a traumatic brain injury or stroke and have Read more [...]

Suffering from a concussion? Find a trained healthcare practitioner near you. This searchable website will help you find: concussion treatment, baseline testing and return to play services concussion treatment only services (no baseline testing and return to play services) All Complete Concussion Management (CCMI) recognized clinics and healthcare practitioners are Read more [...]

Helps people with physical disabilities connect with work, leisure and social opportunities throughout Metro Vancouver. Services include: Employment Mentorship Support Project community meetings, workshops and networking resource directory for access, jobs and lifestyle If you have any questions about participating as a client, talk to your local Community Connector. The Read more [...]

Copeman Healthcare is at the forefront of concussion research and management. Grounded in evidence-based principles of care we provide the best services to track, assess and treat concussion. For families or individuals who enjoy high-impact sports, baseline testing is recommended prior to getting involved. Baseline testing allows your healthcare team Read more [...]

The Disabled Independent Gardeners Association offer adaptations for various types of gardens and gardening equipment. Workshops are also available. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

The Disabled Sailing Association offers supported sailing instruction in adapted sailboats during summer months. There is a nominal membership fee to join DSA when you book your first sail, and a small additional fee for each sailing session or lesson. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

The Disabled Sailing Association offers supported sailing instruction in adapted sailboats during summer months. There is a nominal membership fee to join DSA when you book your first sail, and a small additional fee for each sailing session or lesson. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

Encephalitis Global is a non-profit organization formed in 2005 as an alliance connecting encephalitis survivors and caregivers around the world. Encephalitis Global strives to raise awareness, aiming to promote swift diagnosis, to alleviate unnecessary suffering and to prevent untimely death. They host an annual conference to raise awareness and bring Read more [...]

Designed specifically and proven to improve fitness, mobility and strength for people after stroke living in the community. The small group class includes functional strengthening exercises, agility, fitness exercises and balance exercises.  Suitable for people-at any time after stroke – who can stand for 5 minutes, walk 10 meters (even Read more [...]

Offers many practical suggestions, resources and supports. A series of family caregiving videos is also available for viewing. Toll-Free: 1-877-520-3267 Located in: Island Health Authority. Services are available to individuals living in every BC health authority, including: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, Fraser Health Authority, Island Health Authority, Interior Health Authority Read more [...]

A disabled BC resident who has an approved Application for an Angling Fee Reduction can buy an annual freshwater fishing license for $1.00. There is no reduced fee for Conservation Surcharges and Classified Waters Licenses. Toll-Free: 1-866-387-9771 TTY: 1-800-661-8773 Note: This service is typically accessed online or by phone.  The address Read more [...]

GoVolunteer.ca is the go-to engagement platform that connects volunteers with not-for-profits and charities across BC and Alberta. Built in 2003, it is an easy-to-use online tool that connects not-for-profits and charities with passionate community members looking to share their time and talents to support causes they care about. Services are Read more [...]

Aquatic rehabilitation is offered for people who have had a cerebrovascular accient, stroke or brain injury, those with M.S. or requiring adaptive fitness. Expected results from the pool exercises include: improved circulation; strength and flexibility; and, confidence in movement. Participants requiring assistance need to bring a volunteer, who may enter Read more [...]

Kickstart’s mission is to produce and present works by artists with disabilities and to promote artistic excellence among artists with disabilities working in a variety of disciplines. Our objectives are: to encourage and support artists to create and present authentic interpretations of the disability experience; to provide opportunities for the Read more [...]