ConnecTra

Community-based services for people with disabilities. www.connectra.org

ConnecTra aims to get all people with significant disabilities living in the Lower Mainland as socially active and involved as possible, setting the stage for many to consider training, education and work.

11/15/2025

As a longtime advocate for various social issues, such as support for Indigenous people with disabilities, Sandra Pronteau puts her own lived experience into the work she does. Through her advocacy, she continues to pave a path for more inclusion.

“We need to promote not just awareness, but the resiliency of all of us who have overcome and made it this far in life. Especially for people with disabilities and people who are Indigenous," Sandra says. "We’re often dismissed in society, and I’m one of those persons who does not take no for an answer and walk away quietly, but address and call them head-on.”

During our documentary screening on November 17 from 3-4 pm, learn more about Sandra's journey of resilience and the impact she's made in her community.

Register here: http://bit.ly/48SOeli

11/14/2025

Join Live Educate Transform Society LET'S on November 18 for a presentation on navigating Imposter Syndrome.

Presentations are being held by Heather McCain, founder and Executive Director of Live Educate Transform Society (LET’S).

Heather’s own experiences as an asexual, disabled, neurodivergent, q***r, trans person led them to become a well-known and respected advocate, educator, and speaker. Heather works to create equity, celebrate diversity, and educate about and implement accessibility.

LET’S is a proudly disabled- and neurodivergent-led organization, with most of their team also identifying as 2SLGBTQIA+. Their lived experience informs everything they do, helping them create meaningful, community-driven change.

Click the link to register: https://ow.ly/Tx3r50WKCiE

(Photo in second slide by K. Ho)

11/10/2025

In a new Inclusion BC documentary, Sandra Pronteau shares her story of resiliency and determination as a Cree-Métis Indigenous woman with a disability. Whether its through sharing her lived experience from the past, or the work she is doing to build a more inclusive future, Sandra’s leadership is making a positive impact in the community.

Join us on November 17 from 3-4pm for a virtual viewing and Q&A panel to learn more and hear directly from Sandra.

🔗 Register here: http://bit.ly/48SOeli

A special thank you to Indigenous Disability Canada, British Columbia Aboriginal Network on Disability Society for their support!

11/07/2025

Dance is for every BODY. Join All Bodies Dance Project on Fridays from 12-1 pm PT.

Connect with the joy of movement, self-discovery, and imagination, all from the comfort of your home. Explore and improvise through action prompts, phrases, shapes, and activities that celebrate the diversity of inclusive community dance. No experience is required; everyone is welcome. Move as much or as little as you would like.

Participants are encouraged to have their video cameras on as much as possible. Using Gallery View helps you see everyone.

Please note that this live event will NOT be recorded or streamed to Facebook. Closed captioning will be available on Zoom.

The class will be closed 10 minutes after the start to prevent class disruption. Please be on time.

Register for the class by clicking the link in our bio.

11/06/2025

Add some movement to your routine with weekly Adaptive Fitness with Julie Meier on Thursdays from 12-1 pm PT! Julie hopes to pass her knowledge and passion on to others so they can live a happy and healthy life!

Please note that this live Zoom event will be recorded and streamed to Facebook and YouTube and will remain available for our community to enjoy after the session ends. Closed captioning for this event will be available on these platforms.

The class will be closed 10 minutes after the start to prevent class disruption. Please be on time, or you can watch the recording on Facebook or YouTube afterwards.

Click the link to register for this program: https://bit.ly/3Di8Y3v

Ocean Rehab & Fitness

11/05/2025

Join Bobbie Seale-Cobiskey for a one-hour Accessible Chair Yoga session every Wednesday from 12-1 pm PT. This accessible Chair Yoga class will weave together practical breathing techniques with sensitively taught yoga postures and movements to meet the needs of all participants.

Please note that this live event will be recorded and streamed to Facebook and YouTube and will remain available for our community to enjoy after the session ends. Closed captioning for this event will be available on these platforms.

The class will be closed 10 minutes after the start to prevent class disruption. Please be on time, or you can watch the recording on Facebook or YouTube afterwards.

Click the link to register for this program: https://bit.ly/3sYZw21

11/03/2025

Join us for Create-Ability Art Hive every Monday to participate in a meaningful art therapy session!

In this program, you will have the opportunity to discuss, create and explore themes through art making. This art therapy group is a safe place to help you explore thoughts and feelings around different topics and connect with others using different art materials.

Register for the program: http://bit.ly/44GVZs3

11/01/2025

Disability Foundation and its affiliated societies proudly recognize November as Indigenous Disability Awareness Month (IDAM)!

Established by BCANDS (British Columbia Aboriginal Network on Disability Society), IDAM is the only Indigenous disability-specific awareness initiative of its kind in the world.

Guided by our mission to foster a higher quality of life through connection, participating in IDAM supports our shared goal of building a more inclusive and accessible society for all. Use the hashtag and join us in learning more about our community.

Learn more about the work of IDC/BCANDS and how you can show your support for IDAM at https://www.bcands.bc.ca.
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10/31/2025

🎉 Get ready for November's programming!

This month, we have an insightful workshop from LET'S about navigating Imposter Syndrome, plus our amazing weekly programs. We're also very excited to host a documentary screening with Sandra Pronteau on November 17, in support of Indigenous Disability Awareness Month.

Join us live on Zoom, Facebook, and YouTube for this great line-up of virtual events.

Registration links are below:

MON – Create-Ability Art Hive with Bronwyn & Amy: http://bit.ly/44GVZs3
November 17 - Sandra Pronteau Documentary Screening: http://bit.ly/48SOeli
November 18 - Explore New Opportunities with LET'S: https://bit.ly/4241E9N
WED – Adaptive Chair Yoga with Bobbie Scale-Cobiskey: https://bit.ly/3sYZw21
THU – Adaptive Fitness with Ocean Rehab & Fitness: https://bit.ly/3Di8Y3v
FRI – Contemporary Improv with All Bodies Dance Project (ZOOM ONLY): https://bit.ly/3VUvrvA

10/30/2025

Did you know that November is National Indigenous Disability Awareness Month?

To commemorate, ConnecTra will be screening a documentary featuring Sandra Pronteau. Sandra is a Cree-Metis Indigenous woman who has spent many years advocating for various social issues, from equal education rights to support for Indigenous folks with disabilities.

Join us on November 17 from 3-4 pm for a virtual viewing and Q&A session with Sandra!

Register here: http://bit.ly/48SOeli

Indigenous Disability Canada/B.C Aboriginal Network on Disability Society

10/24/2025

Join Live Educate Transform Society LET'S on October 28 for a presentation on Gender and Sexuality.

Presentations are being held by Heather McCain, founder and Executive Director of Live Educate Transform Society (LET’S).

Heather’s own experiences as an asexual, disabled, neurodivergent, q***r, trans person led them to become a well-known and respected advocate, educator, and speaker. Heather works to create equity, celebrate diversity, and educate about and implement accessibility.

LET’S is a proudly disabled- and neurodivergent-led organization, with most of their team also identifying as 2SLGBTQIA+. Their lived experience informs everything they do, helping them create meaningful, community-driven change.

Click the link to register: https://ow.ly/Tx3r50WKCiE

(Photo in second slide by K. Ho)

10/17/2025

🛡️ Creating "strength shields" can help us explore and visualize the things in our lives that bring us strength.

During one of our Create-Ability Art Hive sessions, Bronwyn and Amy drew these lovely artworks alongside our participants!

🔗 Come join us on Mondays for a meaningful art therapy session. All creative abilities are welcome! Register here: http://bit.ly/44GVZs3

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