Education

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The Thomas O. Parker Scholarship supports a person with an SCI who has applied for entry into a program or course with a Canadian post-secondary educational and/or training institution.
May 02, 2023READ MORE
Books stacked on their sides with the words 'Covid-19 What You Need To Know' written on the spines
The Coronavirus is a greater concern for people living with a spinal cord injury as they often have a harder time with breathing and lung function. This information sheet has been put together to help you...
Oct 16, 2020READ MORE
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If you’ve been living with your disability for some time, you’ve probably learned how to stand up for yourself in all kinds o

Jul 15, 2024READ MORE
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Is your list of prescription drugs a lengthy one? People with spinal cord injuries tend to take many more medications than other folks their age,
Jul 15, 2024READ MORE
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Never before in Canadian history, has a federal government had a Disability Inclusion Plan in the Throne Speech with the commitment to a "new Canadian Disability Benefit modelled after the Guaranteed Income Supplement for seniors".
Oct 30, 2020READ MORE
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Autonomic Dysreflexia (AD) is a potentially life-threatening complication of spinal cord injury at T6 or above.
Oct 27, 2020READ MORE
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Spinal Cord Injury Manitoba has a booklet entitled A Guide to Pressure Ulcer Prevention.

Oct 05, 2020READ MORE
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In March 2019, Spinal Cord Injury Ontario hosted a certified webcast on neuropathic pain for primary care providers in partnership w

Oct 05, 2020READ MORE
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SCI Alberta offers a course on respiratory care.

Oct 05, 2020READ MORE
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SCI Alberta offers a course on personal care activities relating to spinal cord injury, with a focus on helping individuals maintain

Jul 15, 2024READ MORE