Calgary photographers donate work to accessible housing building, ‘something to inspire us’ – Calgary

Calgary photographers donate work to accessible housing building ‘something to inspire us’ Calgary

[ad_1] As she straightens the large photo she’s hanging, Cathy Lockerby takes a moment to describe the beautiful moment she captured with her camera, a colourful collection of spring flowers. “It’s from the tulip garden called Tulip Town, in Washington state,” Lockerby said. READ MORE: Southern Alberta 12-year-old recognized internationally for wildlife photography Lockerby and […]

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Lethbridge church gives people with disabilities a night to shine – Lethbridge

Lethbridge church gives people with disabilities a night to shine Lethbridge

[ad_1] Braydon Strong felt good and looked good on Friday night. When he put on his tailored suit and sprayed some cologne, he felt ready for a party. “He has just been talking about this non-stop for like, at least two weeks,” said Braydon’s caregiver Justin Ball. The 18-year-old suited up to cut a rug […]

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Alberta non-profit hopes to keep kids with disabilities warm during winter months

Alberta non profit hopes to keep kids with disabilities warm during winter months

[ad_1] An Edmonton man is hoping that some creativity from his parents will help kids living with disabilities spend more time outdoors. When Zachary Weeks was a child winters took a toll on him. The 30-year-old lives with cerebral palsy and has relied on a wheelchair since the age of four. Spending time outside playing […]

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‘The sea is where I feel peace and freedom’: Blind Spanish surfer aims for world title – National

The sea is where I feel peace and freedom’ Blind Spanish surfer aims for world title National

[ad_1] Carmen Lopez can only imagine what the sea looks like, but the blind 21-year-old Spaniard is in her element riding the surf. Guided by instinct and signals whistled by her coach, Lopez has been training hard to become Spain’s first blind female athlete to enter the World Adaptive Surfing Championship in La Jolla, California, on Wednesday. Read more: Blind, […]

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Annual Slide and Ride event gives Edmontonians with disabilities a chance to hit the slopes – Edmonton

Annual Slide and Ride event gives Edmontonians with disabilities a chance to hit the slopes Edmonton

[ad_1] Dozens of people packed the slopes at Rabbit Hill Snow Resort for Saturday’s Slide and Ride event. The event gives people with varying disabilities the opportunity to learn how to ski or snowboard with the help of an instructor and a volunteer. “Our program is very inclusive,” said Nigel Campbell, a ski coach with […]

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Advocates say disturbing video of N.S. school bullying shows people with disabilities are devalued

Advocates say disturbing video of N.S. school bullying shows people with disabilities are devalued

[ad_1] Advocates say a disturbing video showing a Cape Breton teen’s classmate walking over him in a stream demonstrates how the lives of people with disabilities are often devalued. Brett Corbett, who has cerebral palsy, told his mother Terri McEachern that he has forgiven the bullies who apologized to him, but he still feels unsafe […]

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Passion for helping others turned into career with DDRC for Calgary man – Calgary

Passion for helping others turned into career with DDRC for Calgary man Calgary

[ad_1] Nearly one year ago, Scot Paisley’s life took an unexpected turn. “I had seen on the news actually, the story about the DDRC (Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre of Calgary) having a job fair,” Paisley said. It was the day he was presented with an opportunity to do what he loves to do. It’s also […]

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Calgarian makes lifting weights easy with new book – Calgary

Calgarian makes lifting weights easy with new book Calgary

[ad_1] Chris Demchuk loves to work out. “Everyday,” said the 24-year-old when asked how often he hits the gym. A Special Olympics athlete, Demchuk plays many sports. “Baseball and floor hockey,” lead off a long list of his favourites. “And softball and powerlifting and golf… and not skiing!” Demchuk, who has Down syndrome, says golf […]

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SMD program helps child with cerebral palsy walk to his mother, give her a hug – Winnipeg

SMD program helps child with cerebral palsy walk to his mother give her a hug Winnipeg

[ad_1] One of the Society for Manitobans with Disabilities 2017/2018 Ambassadors, Caleb McKague, is on the move with help from SMD’s Assistive Technologies Program. When Caleb was born, he suffered a brain injury and severe seizures. He was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, affecting all four limbs. Caleb’s mother, Cindy McKague, is grateful for everything SMD has […]

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