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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.

Join us TODAY at 12:00pm for Adaptive Fitness with Ocean Rehab and Fitness, via Zoom! CanFitPro certified instructor Ju...
05/28/2026

Join us TODAY at 12:00pm for Adaptive Fitness with Ocean Rehab and Fitness, via Zoom!

CanFitPro certified instructor Julie Meier leads this engaging bi-weekly series, which encourages movement through guided adaptive exercises for people of all abilities.

If you haven’t already, fill out the Registration Form to receive the Zoom link: https://forms.office.com/r/SbrVmUN3EW

💡⚙️✨📸Here are some photos of a few of our Abilities Expos over the years!Abilities Expo has changed and grown since 2010...
05/27/2026

💡⚙️✨📸Here are some photos of a few of our Abilities Expos over the years!

Abilities Expo has changed and grown since 2010, but our commitment remains the same: creating a space for people with disabilities to connect with the community, different resources and accessibility solutions.

This year’s Abilities Expo will be happening on Monday, June 8 , 10 am – 4pm at the Roundhouse Community Centre! Tickets, lunch, and activities are free!

Get tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/connectra-societys-2026-abilities-expo-connected-futures-tickets-1988593789556

💡⚙️✨We’re excited to share the presentations and activities that will be featured at our upcoming Abilities Expo!Join us...
05/26/2026

💡⚙️✨We’re excited to share the presentations and activities that will be featured at our upcoming Abilities Expo!

Join us Monday, June 8 , 10 am – 4pm at the Roundhouse Community Centre to learn more from adaptive technology experts, and participate in some familiar favourite interactive activities!

Presentations:
1. Mainstream Technology Products – Assistive Technology Purposes with Jody Dickerson, Neil Squire Society
2. WorkBC Assistive Technology Solutions with Nate Toevs, Work BC Assistive Technology Services
3. Everyday Accessibility – 3D Printing for Cost Reduction and Easy Access with Kris Stirling, Makers Making Change
4. A Look into the World of Assistive Technology with Steve Barclay, Canadian Assistive Technology

Activities:
1. Adaptive Chair Yoga with Bobbie Seale-Cobiskey
2. Movement Workshop with All Bodies Dance

Get tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/connectra-societys-2026-abilities-expo-connected-futures-tickets-1988593789556

It is now WEEK 5 of our cohort on Employment Skills and Advocacy for people with disabilities, led by Emily Gillespie! J...
05/25/2026

It is now WEEK 5 of our cohort on Employment Skills and Advocacy for people with disabilities, led by Emily Gillespie! Join us TODAY at 2:00 pm PT for a session on Career Changes and Considering Further Education.

Over the span of 6 weeks, we are guiding you in navigating different topics such as exploring your strengths, networking, interviews, mental wellness at work, career transitions, and more!

If you haven’t already, fill out the Registration Form to receive the Zoom link: https://forms.office.com/r/SbrVmUN3EW

🎟️Have you gotten your free tickets for Abilities Expo yet? Join us Monday, June 8, 10 am – 4pm for our annual exhibitio...
05/23/2026

🎟️Have you gotten your free tickets for Abilities Expo yet?

Join us Monday, June 8, 10 am – 4pm for our annual exhibition event! Tickets, activities, and lunch are free!

⚙️💡✨This year’s Expo will feature 40+ exhibitors, speakers, interactive activities, and community resources, including emerging assistive technologies and organizations working to improve accessibility across BC and Canada.

Get tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/connectra-societys-2026-abilities-expo-connected-futures-tickets-1988593789556

Our Improv Dance session with All Bodies Dance is happening TODAY at 12:00 pm, via Zoom!Connect with the joy of movement...
05/22/2026

Our Improv Dance session with All Bodies Dance is happening TODAY at 12:00 pm, via Zoom!

Connect with the joy of movement, self-discovery, and imagination, all from the comfort of your home. No experience required; everyone is welcome in this interactive class. Move as much or as little as you would like.

If you haven’t already, fill out the Registration Form to receive the Zoom link: https://forms.office.com/r/SbrVmUN3EW

The ConnecTra team recently had the opportunity to meet Kaitlyn, founder of Accessibility & the City, and learned more a...
05/21/2026

The ConnecTra team recently had the opportunity to meet Kaitlyn, founder of Accessibility & the City, and learned more about her story, mission, and work. Through her platform, Kaitlyn shares accessible places and experiences around the Lower Mainland and beyond with her lived-experience insight.

Kaitlyn’s work is raising awareness on the importance of having accessible opportunities, inclusive planning, and the need to consider accessibility in all aspects of what we do and all the places we go.

We encourage you to check out the Accessibility & the City platform, accessibilityandthecity on Instagram, and learn more about Kaitlyn’s impact in the community

💻Our Accessible Community Forum is happening TODAY at 2:00 pm PT, via Zoom! Join attendees and our panelists Ean Price, ...
05/20/2026

💻Our Accessible Community Forum is happening TODAY at 2:00 pm PT, via Zoom!

Join attendees and our panelists Ean Price, Founder of ICAN Resource Group, Jason Cheung, Assistive Technologist at GF Strong, and Ryan Fleury, Communications Professional with Canadian Assistive Technology, for a discussion on adaptive technology in BC.

We will explore your experiences with adaptive technology, ongoing challenges, and opportunities for advancement, based on our pre-forum survey results and any questions you may have.

🚀Together, let’s Innovate for Tomorrow!

🔗 Register for the ACF here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/LMZXzvYzQ7C5HrAQFdr39g #/

🌿Our Adaptive Chair Yoga session is happening TODAY at 12:00 pm, via Zoom!Join Certified Yoga Therapist Bobbie Seale-Cob...
05/20/2026

🌿Our Adaptive Chair Yoga session is happening TODAY at 12:00 pm, via Zoom!

Join Certified Yoga Therapist Bobbie Seale-Cobiskey for a 1 hour session weaving together practical breathing techniques, sensitively taught yoga postures, and gentle movements for people of all abilities.

Connect, unwind, and relax with this popular bi-weekly series!

If you haven’t already, fill out the Registration Form to receive the Zoom link: https://forms.office.com/r/SbrVmUN3EW

📈💻Here are some snippets from a few of our pre-forum survey results, highlighting some valuable insight into our communi...
05/19/2026

📈💻Here are some snippets from a few of our pre-forum survey results, highlighting some valuable insight into our community’s experiences with accessible technology in BC. Thank you to everyone who has completed the survey!

These results will be helping drive the discussion tomorrow, highlighting current advances, community experiences and needs, and opportunities for innovation.

Learn more and share your experience at our upcoming Accessible Community Forum, happening TOMORROW at 2:00 pm PT via Zoom!

Register for the ACF here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/LMZXzvYzQ7C5HrAQFdr39g #/

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