Spinal Cord Injury Manitoba

26/03/2026

You’re Invited to Participate in a Survey on the Current State of Accessible Outdoor Spaces in Manitoba

Whether it’s creating safer streetscapes, re-imagining bike lanes, or taking a wider approach to designing communities for people of all ages and abilities, let’s collaborate to ensure our outdoor spaces are accessible for everyone. Take this survey to share your feedback on the current state of Accessible Outdoor Spaces.

Take the Survey https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=6U32q1wqd026oqdiZTZ9OuaMIU6ecZJEoy8ItExRzmdUOFVSVVlCSUFSV05DQ1YzRUZSSVBKWFEyRy4u

Participez à un sondage!
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=6U32q1wqd026oqdiZTZ9OuaMIU6ecZJEoy8ItExRzmdUQU4yVzEzWlo1RTI0MjU2NFAzVVVMVDQyMy4u

Survey Closes: April 23, 2026

Additional Ways to Share Your Experiences

If you need assistance taking the survey or would prefer to provide your comments and feedback by speaking directly with someone, please contact the Manitoba Accessibility Office at (204) 945-7613 or by email at MAO@gov.mb.ca.

Creating Accessible Outdoor Spaces

Results from this survey will help guide the development of the Accessible Outdoor Spaces Standard Regulation. This new accessibility standard will aim to create a path for accessible, barrier-free and inclusive outdoor spaces. It will use the principles of universal accessibility to build a Manitoba that is accessible to everyone.

The standard will outline a framework to identify, prevent and remove barriers. It will set minimum technical requirements to guide the design and construction of exterior environments and modifications to existing outdoor constructed spaces. It is not intended to limit the creativity of the design process during planning, construction or maintenance of public infrastructure, but to ensure accessibility remains a top priority.

Learn more about the development of the fifth accessibility standard under The Accessibility for Manitobans Act, the Accessible Outdoor Spaces Standard Regulation by visiting AccessibilityMB.ca.

24/03/2026

Rolling Forward: Aging Well with SCI — Technology, Mobility, and Independence

As people with spinal cord injury age, staying independent takes planning. Everyday smart technology and the right wheelchair setup can both make a big difference. This webinar will show how using both smart technology and the right mobility equipment can make it easier to stay safe, independent, and comfortable at home as you age.

This session will share practical tips to help people with SCI stay safe, independent, and confident as they age.

Featured Speakers:

Drew Redepenning, MD, ATP – University of Pittsburgh
Rachel Hibbs, DPT, ATP, SMS – University of Pittsburgh

Co-Hosted by:
Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems (SCIMS)
Division of General Internal Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

Guided by the Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems Knowledge Translation Committee Community Advisory Board, a diverse group of individuals with lived experience with SCI from across the country

📅 Wednesday, April 1, 2026
🕕 5:00 – 7:00 pm (CT)
📍 Virtual via Zoom

To register (free):

https://miami.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3QNnB9HlRvuO2ucPUR4Bqw

19/03/2026

The Social Club's inaugural outing, to The Leaf at Assiniboine Park & Zoo, went very well on March 17, despite miserable weather conditions. Pictured below are a few of the SCI Manitoba members who attended: (L-R) Randy, Todd, and Ahmed, together with Alina, rehabilitation counsellor.

The Social Club is open to all SCI Manitoba members and provides a unique opportunity to share, laugh, connect, and learn. Events and outings are being planned for the next few months so please get in touch with the office at 204-786-4753 or by email at info@scimanitoba.ca if you're interested in participating. Future dates are April 21, May 26, June 16, and July 21.

27/01/2026

Explore Canadian accessibility resources for mobility, adaptive living solutions, and supportive information tailored for all.

05/01/2026

Congratulations to SCI Manitoba member Shane who won an early bird prize from in November! Help support SCI Manitoba and other participating charities in Manitoba by purchasing tickets for each monthly draw at:

https://onegreatlottery.ca

17/12/2025

Thanks to United Way Winnipeg and Leanne Taylor for shining a spotlight on the impact of Spinal Cord Injury Manitoba services and the power of peer support. To watch the video, click here (the segment featuring Leanne starts at 1:55): https://unitedwaywinnipeg.ca/here-for-inclusion/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=communitynewsletter12%2F25&utm_source=envoke&utm_term=An-act-of-generosity-is-an-act-of-CARE.&utm_content=CEO

To learn more about Leanne Taylor, click here:
https://www.leanne-taylor.com/

07/11/2025

National Indigenous Veterans Day is recognized annually in Canada on November 8 as an important day of remembrance that honours the contributions of First Nations, Métis and Inuit men and women who participated in Canada’s military efforts, serving in every conflict including the War of 1812, First World War, Second World War, the Korean War, and in Afghanistan. Indigenous Peoples have consistently defended Canada and fought for freedom and democracy abroad even while being denied these values at home. And upon their return to Canada, Indigenous veterans were also denied the same benefits and respect afforded to non-Indigenous veterans. This day acknowledges those injustices and commemorates the ultimate sacrifice made by so many who fought for the rights and freedoms of others.

Photo courtesy of Ashley Lacourciere. These poppies — specially made to honour Indigenous veterans — are beaded by Ashley Lacourciere. Ashley is of Cree and Ojibway heritage with European ancestry from Taykwa Tagamou Nation. Explore more of Ashley’s designs on Instagram Onizhishin Designs

04/11/2025

DID YOU KNOW? According to Statistics Canada, more than 30% of Indigenous Canadians aged 15 years and over experience a disability compared with 22% of all Canadians. In Manitoba, one in four individuals who sustain a spinal cord injury is Indigenous.

Each November, SCI Manitoba recognizes Indigenous Disability Awareness Month (IDAM) as an opportunity to deepen our understanding of the many barriers Indigenous Canadians with a disability face, and to join with others by adding our collective voice to demand change that fully respects the history, traditions, and diverse needs of Indigenous Peoples living with a disability.

For more information about IDAM, visit Indigenous Disability Canada / BC Aboriginal Network on Disability Society at:

https://www.bcands.bc.ca/

04/11/2025

Check out 's Hacking for the Holidays campaign, which matches builders and custom fabricated assistive technology with participants. Amazing stuff!

We are one month into our Hacking for the Holidays campaign, and we're blown away by the impact so far:

518 devices built
1,360 participants
48 events hosted

Thank you to everyone who’s helped make this season of giving a success! Let’s keep the momentum going!

Make a difference and donate today: https://hackingfortheholidays2025.causevox.com/

09/09/2025

Fill your tank at any Red River Co-op during Fuel Good Day on September 16 and 7 cents per litre will be donated to Manitoba Possible's Assistive Technology Program, which helps Manitobans with disabilities obtain the tools and tech they need to shine.

08/09/2025

Please join us at this year's Annual General Meeting on September 23, 2025 and hear about the work we're doing, the impact your support is having on our members' journeys after SCI, and enjoy some delicious food while engaging with members, staff, volunteers, funders and allied stakeholders. This year, we'll be presenting the E. Arthur Braid SCI Manitoba Merit Award to the Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba and our guest speaker will be SCIM member and bronze medalist in para-triathlon at the Paris Paralympic Games, Leanne Taylor!!

https://www.leanne-taylor.com
https://www.instagram.com/leataylor8

Full details in the poster.

28/05/2025

Are you a Canadian with a disability? Help improve emergency alerts! Join a focus group hosted by the Neil Squire Society and, if selected, get paid $100 for your time. Fill out the pre-screen questionnaire to see if you qualify: https://www.ns-access.com/survey_sci/ .