First Steps Wellness Centre Regina

07/24/2025

🧠 MS Research Study – Your Voice Matters!

First Steps Wellness Centre is helping spread the word about a national Multiple Sclerosis research study led by Nova Scotia Health and funded by MS Canada.

📋 The study is looking to better understand the diversity, health status, and access to MS care across Canada. If you have MS, you're invited to take part in a short, anonymous online survey (20–30 min).

Your experience could help shape future MS care and research!

🗓 Survey open until September 30, 2025
🔗 Take the survey here: https://redcap.link/MSdiversity

07/24/2025

📢 Upcoming Info Session | Disability Tax Credit, Canadian Disability Benefit & RDSP

Do you have questions about the Disability Tax Credit, the upcoming Canadian Disability Benefit, or the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)?

Join the CRA for a free virtual information session to learn more about these important programs and how they could benefit you or someone you care about.

🗓 Date: Friday, July 25, 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM CST

Don't miss this opportunity to get clear answers and helpful guidance!

07/17/2025

We’re proud to recognize Dr. Cameron Mang, who last year officially joined First Steps Wellness Centre as our Scientific Adviser—a volunteer position that reflects his commitment to advancing neurorehabilitation through research and collaboration. 🧠💡

Dr. Mang is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology & Health Studies at the University of Regina, and a longtime supporter of our mission at FSWC. We’re fortunate to work closely with him on a variety of initiatives, including currently serving as a site for his research study on exercise and central nervous system function in individuals with MS.

Just a few weeks ago, Dr. Mang joined us for a staff meeting to share exciting new research ideas and gather input from our team. These ongoing conversations help bridge the gap between clinical practice and research.

07/08/2025

We were so honoured to be featured in an episode of Planting Seeds, a video series by the South Saskatchewan Community Foundation highlighting local organizations making an impact.

Check out the episode to learn more about the work we do at First Steps Wellness Centre, and how community support continues to help us grow and provide life-changing therapy to those living with neurological conditions.

🌱 Watch now: https://youtu.be/rQY88UJPEKw?feature=shared

Sandi Marshall & Andrew Schmidt had an opportunity to sit down with the South Saskatchewan Community foundation discussing various aspects of philanthropy in...

07/03/2025

🇧🇷➡️🇨🇦 Meet Maria, a resident physiotherapist from Brazil (isdnarede) who came all the way to Canada to spend three weeks at First Steps Wellness Centre as part of her residency program — all to learn more about Activity-Based Therapy (ABT)!

During her time here, Maria jumped into everything FSWC has to offer, from hands-on sessions to observing our programs in action. She also had the chance to connect with our broader rehab and para sport community here in Regina:

✨ A big thank you to Saskatchewan Wheelchair Sports for inviting her to a para sport demonstration event
✨ To Jess from URO Medical, for showing her around Wascana Rehab
✨ And to Dr. Cameron Mang at the University of Regina, who gave her a tour and shared his current research into neurorehabilitation and motor learning

Maria even got out on the water at a Para Canoe/Kayak Try-It Night at Wascana Lake!

We’re so glad Maria chose to spend part of her learning journey with us. We hope the experience gave her new insight, ideas, and inspiration to take back to her practice in Brazil!

07/02/2025

Get your tickets to support our friends at REALM!

🎟️ Ticket Sales are live! 🎟️

REALM Foundation is excited to invite you to join us for our annual fundraising Gala presented by South Saskatchewan Community Foundation on September 12th, 2025 at Conexus Arts Centre! ✨

This year’s highlight features an exclusive appearance and presentation by Regina’s own Tornado Hunter, — one of Canada’s most accomplished severe weather experts and visual storytellers. Through breathtaking footage and captivating stories from the heart of the storm, Greg will share his unique perspective on the power of nature and the resilience of the human spirit.

Get your tickets today! Event Link 🔗 in comments

07/01/2025

🇨🇦 Canada Day Closure Notice 🇨🇦
First Steps Wellness Centre will be closed on Tuesday, July 1st to celebrate Canada Day!

We hope you enjoy the day with some sunshine, movement, and community. 🍁
Regular hours will resume on Wednesday, July 2nd.

Happy Canada Day from all of us at FSWC!

06/19/2025

🎓 Congratulations, Bryce! 🎉

Join us in celebrating Bryce on his recent convocation from the University of Regina with his Bachelor’s of Kinesiology!

Bryce joined us during his fieldwork semester and has since transitioned into a staff role here at First Steps. We're glad to have him as part of the team, and look forward to seeing him continue to grow in his role!

06/18/2025

Some of our clients had the chance to get out on the water last night at a “Try It” Para Canoe/Kayak Day hosted by the Wascana Racing Canoe Club at Wascana Lake! 🛶

It was a great opportunity to try something new, enjoy the outdoors, and connect with the local para sport community. Big thanks to WRCC for hosting such an inclusive and welcoming event!

06/17/2025

What motivates you to move? 💭💪

Movement looks different for everyone—and so do the reasons behind it.

Maybe it’s the freedom you feel when your body is in motion.
Maybe it’s the goal you’re working toward.
Maybe it’s the community around you, cheering you on.
Maybe it’s just because it feels good to move—in whatever way you can.

At First Steps, we see motivation in many forms every day. From relearning skills to building strength to celebrating small wins, each step is a powerful reminder of what’s possible.

✨ So we’re asking: What motivates YOU to move?

Drop your answer below ⬇️