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Look for our virtual Facebook Groups to learn more. Spinal Cord Injury Alberta, formerly (Canadian Paraplegic Association (Alberta)) was founded in 1961.

SCI Alberta is a charity, non-profit that offers free consultations, referrals and support to clients and their social networks to achieve independence and full community participation. About Us

Since 1945, the Canadian Paraplegic Association has been helping Canadians with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities. Started by a core group of WWII veterans in Ontario, the association has expanded to include offices in almost every province. Since then, it has been a leader in offering support, direct service, information and advocacy to Albertans with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities. Our Mission

To assist persons with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities to achieve independence, self-reliance and full community participation. Whether it be assisting a newly spinal cord injured child or adult, lobbying for better public transportation, or helping to create a more inclusive community, SCI Alberta embraces the approach that there is more than one way. Vision

Albertans with spinal cord injury and other physical disabilities will enjoy optimal physical, spiritual, economic and emotional well-being within fully accessible and welcoming communities free of physical, attitudinal and systemic barriers. This broad vision is shared in many respects with our partner organizations and agencies. Within this context, SCI Alberta strives to deliver the following visionary outcomes:

Albertans with SCI and their families will be aware of and have access to SCI Alberta services and supports

Clients and their families will adjust more successfully to the personal effects of injury and disability

Clients will achieve increased independence, self-reliance and community participation. Barriers to independence and inclusion will be reduced for people with SCI and other physical disabilities in Alberta communities

SCI Alberta will be a stable and sustainable organization. Disclaimer: The views expressed, comments made and material posted by users of this Page (excluding content posted by Spinal Cord Injury Alberta) do not represent the views of the Spinal Cord Injury Alberta and remain the beliefs/opinions and the responsibility of the party posting the information.

09/26/2025

✨ Our Edmonton staff are having an awesome time at the expo today! This is a great way to make community connections and stay up to date on the latest accessibility equipment! ♿️

09/17/2025

LAST CHANCE ✈️RAFFLE TIME! ✈️
Here’s your chance to win one roundtrip flight for two to any regularly scheduled and marketed WestJet destination!* ✈️The lucky winner will be drawn at our Peer Conference TOMORROW September 18th in Calgary.

https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/peerconference

Grab your tickets now and support Spinal Cord Injury Alberta. Your next adventure could be just a ticket away!

*Some restrictions apply.

09/16/2025

A big thank you to our Community Sponsors — Permobil , Coloplast , and National Seating & Mobility for supporting our upcoming Living Beyond Limits Peer Conference!

We’re excited to see you all this Thursday as we come together to share knowledge, connection, and inspiration within the spinal cord injury and disability community. 💙

09/15/2025

Applications Now Open!

The Accessibility Funding Grant is here to support persons with spinal cord injuries across Alberta who are experiencing financial hardship and need assistance to adapt and adjust in their communities.

Established in 2024 through the R. Vance Milligan Memorial Fund, this program is proudly administered by The Alberta Paraplegic Foundation (APF) in partnership with Spinal Cord Injury Alberta.

If you or someone you know could benefit, apply today!

https://sci-ab.ca/services/support/accessibility-funding/

09/11/2025

We are just one week away from our Living Beyond Limits Peer Conference at TELUS Spark in Calgary!

None of this would be possible without the generosity of our supporters.

Thank you to Hollister for being our official Lunch Sponsor. Thanks to their support, attendees will enjoy a meal together while making connections during the conference.

We also want to recognize Nizarali Bhatia for his incredible legacy gift in support of the Peer Conference. His generosity ensures that this event continues to thrive and that people with spinal cord injuries across Alberta have the opportunity to gather, connect, and find inspiration in one another’s stories.

We can’t wait to welcome you all next week as we celebrate what it means to live beyond limits.

09/08/2025

🚨 Last Chance to Register! 🚨

Join us for the SCI Alberta Peer Conference on Thursday, Sept 18 at TELUS Spark in Calgary. Don’t miss inspiring speakers, our Peer Panel, and a sold-out exhibitor showcase—all celebrating Living Beyond Limits.

📅 Register by Wednesday, Sept 10 to secure your spot (registrations after this date may be accepted but lunch won’t be included).

Registration Included
* Admission to all sessions and activities
* Access to the vendor showcase
* Complimentary lunch and refreshments.
* Opportunity to explore TELUS Spark before or after the conference (open 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
* Swag Bag and a chance to win a prize.
* Opportunities to network and build community.

👉 https://revenue-can.keela.co/peer-conference-individual1

09/08/2025

✨There’s lots of opportunities for peer connections this week! 💬The virtual ladies chat will take place tomorrow at noon, 🏓pickleball on Wednesday evening at the Glenrose from 6:30-8pm; 🍱🍣Edmonton Peer Dinner at Shoyu Sushi on Thursday at 6pm, and dry tool climbing on Saturday! 🧗‍♂️See our event page on our website for full details or to sign up! Hope to see you there! ‼️Also, please note that pickleball will be cancelled on September 17th as staff will ve traveling to attend the peer conference. ✨For those in Calgary the Peer Conference is coming up soon on Sept 18th, be sure to reserve your spot before ticket sales close! 😊

09/06/2025

🌍 Today is World Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day

At SCI Alberta, we’re proud to stand with individuals, families, and communities living with spinal cord injuries. Every day, we see the resilience, strength, and innovation of people who continue to break barriers and push for a more inclusive world.

Spinal cord injury is life-changing, but so are the people who live with it. They remind us what it means to Adjust. Adapt. Thrive.

Let’s use today as a reminder to:
✔️ Challenge misconceptions
✔️ Advocate for accessibility
✔️ Celebrate the achievements of people with SCI

Together, we can create a future with fewer barriers and more opportunities. 💪♿

09/04/2025

✨Nanotess is changing the game in wound care, helping heal wounds quicker and getting people back to living their lives!

🧬NanoSALV Catalytic Advanced Wound Care Treatment Matrix is a Canadian made, award winning, and Health Canada authorized medical device!✨It has amazing 3-1 technology to help heal injured, inflamed or infected skin. It actively promotes and optimizes healing; reduces inflammation and irritation; and provides provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection! Win-win-win! ✨

✨Thank you so much to for giving us a tour of the facility! Looking forward to having you at our upcoming peer conference! 🤩✨

09/02/2025

We’re thrilled to have No Limits Collective as a presenting sponsor of our upcoming Peer Conference! Your support makes it possible for us to connect, inspire, and empower our community. 💙
THANK YOU!

09/02/2025

🧠🦽 September is Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month
Every day, over 90,000 Canadians — including thousands here in Alberta — live with the life-changing impacts of a spinal cord injury.

This month, we honour the strength, resilience, and advocacy of individuals with SCI, and renew our commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and systemic change.

At Spinal Cord Injury Alberta, we’re working year-round to ensure no one faces this journey alone — from hospital to home and beyond.

There are many ways you can support Alberta’s SCI community during awareness month:

💚Get involved:
✔️ Learn about SCI
✔️ Share this post
✔️ Support local accessibility efforts
✅ Become a peer mentor
✅ Share your story on social media with
✅ Make a one-time or monthly donation
✅ Wear a neon green ribbon (available for free in our offices!)
✅ Host a workplace awareness day

❇️Together, we’re building communities where all Albertans can thrive—regardless of ability.

➡ Get involved now: sci-ab.ca

Together, we move forward. ♿🌟

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