Inspired by Rick Hansen's Man In Motion Tour and his Great Wall of China climb in a wheelchair, this major motion picture challenges perceptions about disability.
If you’re a fan of diverse visual, film and performing arts, then this is a “must-visit” Channel. Showcasing excellence by artists with disabilities, the power of art is a means of enriching the cultural fabric of our communities.
Associations & Service Organizations
Promoting the benefits of therapeutic horseback riding throughout Canada through 80+ accredited centres, CanTRA also raises awareness, works with the medical community, educates, and maintains standards for Therapeutic Riding Instructor Certification.
An amazing organization that has raised over $25 million to assist individuals with physical challenges to live fuller lives and raise awareness of their achievements and inclusion. Changing the way we think about disability.
Free resources about breakthrough medical technology that interacts with the human nervous system, known as neurotechnology. Fact sheet pages, recent publications and powerful insights and stories from real users of the technologies.
The provincial organization working with the acquired brain injury community, providing support, awareness and education for caregivers, survivors, and the community at large.
With offices across the province, learn about the many services offered. There is strength in numbers and through membership, communities are improved, friendships are built and advocacy makes a difference. Join us.
March of Dimes Canada provides a wide range of programs and services to maximize independence and participation.
Daily Living & Assistive Technology
eAdvocate is a more convenient, affordable way for you to directly hire and manage your own healthcare team. You can save 25-50% versus traditional agencies and have more choice and control over your own self-directed care.
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The People in Motion Show is the only show of its kind where consumers with disabilities can explore products and services designed specifically for them. Products, educational seminars, services, entertainment and sports demonstrations.
Health & Fitness
Empowering kids and adults with special needs. The Buddy Bike is an alternative to tandem cycling, tag-a-longs, trikes and infant seats, offering adaptive recreational and therapeutic activity and the thrill of riding a bicycle.
A practical nutritional guide for those with spinal cord injuries, caregivers and health and medical professionals. Learn how to take greater control over your health by eating well.
Come discover the most inclusive and family-friendly fitness, sports and life skills facility in Toronto.
Mobility Equipment
Posture. Comfort. Quality. That’s what 49BESPOKE is all about. From seating systemd to wheelchairs, tires, wheels, handrims, castors and accessories, 49 Bespoke has the mobility products for an all-around active lifestyle.
Eco-friendly, carbon free, safe, portable personal transportation solutions for your commuting and commercial needs. Customizable, electric, lightweight, Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTV).
From high-performance rigid everyday chairs to sports products for racing, rugby, basketball, tennis or handcycling and even dancing, Top End chairs are person-specific, custom-built for fit and function.
Ottobock HealthCare uses innovative technology, superior service and world-class education to help people with physical mobility challenges.
World's leading manufacturer of power wheelchairs. For over 40 years Permobil has built a unique body of knowledge from people with functional disabilities. Permobil does its best to give you the best.
Check out new and proven mobility products from Sunrise Medical, a world leader in manual and power wheelchairs, motorized scooters and standard and customized seating and positioning systems.
Peer Support & Lifestyle
Information and inspiration for amputees on the move. The latest and greatest lifestyle content in sports, recreation, health, fitness, leisure, prosthetic technology and much more.
All about discovering people who embrace their special gifts to live life to its fullest. It’s about sharing stories and connecting you with others who will inspire you to find your talents and your disability as a strength.
The creation of women in wheelchairs who were having difficulty finding answers to their questions about health, fashion, and other topics. Issues of interest that enable women to learn and share from one another.
The People in Motion Show is the only show of its kind where consumers with disabilities can explore products and services designed specifically for them. Products, educational seminars, services, entertainment and sports demonstrations.
I am Unlimbited. But you can call me Kim. I have opinions, unconventional ones to some. Not to me. It’s other people’s attitudes that are my biggest obstacle. Check out my questionable advice.
Professional Services
eAdvocate is a more convenient, affordable way for you to directly hire and manage your own healthcare team. You can save 25-50% versus traditional agencies and have more choice and control over your own self-directed care.
Based in Toronto, voted one of Canada’s Top 10 personal injury law firms. Dedicated to providing assertive legal services to clients and their families who have suffered serious personal injuries.
Kenneth C. Pope is one of the most experienced practitioners in Ontario providing services to families with a member with a disability, with a focus on Henson trusts and disability related tax credits.
Prosthetics & Orthotics
The Official Publication of Orthotics Prosthetics Canada. An annual print publication, the Alignment Online Channel keeps new info coming to P&O practitioners and consumers all year long.
A leading global manufacturer and distributor of orthotic and prosthetic products based in Chattanooga, TN. Check out this channel for a trip into the amazing world of prosthetic technology.
Free resources about breakthrough medical technology that interacts with the human nervous system, known as neurotechnology. Fact sheets, publications and powerful insights and stories from real users of the technologies.
Global Market Leader in Prosthetics... product include prosthetics, orthotics, adult and pediatric mobility as well as neuroimplant devices to provide people with the highest degree of mobility and independence.
Publications & Online Resources
A free, monitored and secure online community for kids, teens and young adults of all abilities. Find a friend or be a friend to someone just like you! Specialized tools for transitional challenges. Parents and professionals welcome.
Full of adapted activities, products and places for healthy living, Active Living magazine has challenged what physical activity means for people with disabilities for over 25 years. Great resource for getting active.
The Official Publication of Orthotics Prosthetics Canada. An annual print publication, the Alignment Online Channel keeps new info coming to P&O practitioners and consumers all year long.
A practical nutritional guide for those with spinal cord injuries, caregivers and health and medical professionals. Learn how to take greater control over your health by eating well.
Know a child who could use a little extra push when it comes to physical activity? Accomplished Paralympians and active kids with disabilities share their messages about the power of sport and recreation in their lives.
The creation of women in wheelchairs who were having difficulty finding answers to their questions about health, fashion, and other topics. Issues of interest that enable women to learn and share from one another.
A commercial stock photo library specializing in positive and "inclusive" images of people with a disability in leisure, lifestyle and travel settings.
In schoolyards, backyards or community parks, participation in sports, rec and leisure activities is essential for kids with disabilities too. Play to Podium magazine is an excellent resource for special needs families.
Sports & Recreation
Ready to ride? Find ski equipment, clubs, resorts, lessons and other info. Members area, photo and video contests and clubs.
The Canadian Amputee Hockey Committee is about grit, resolve and courage on the ice. The Canadian Amputee Hockey Team is a remarkable group of athletes, and Canadian Hockey's best-kept secret.
Empowering kids and adults with special needs. The Buddy Bike is an alternative to tandem cycling, tag-a-longs, trikes and infant seats, offering adaptive recreational and therapeutic activity and the thrill of riding a bicycle.
By supporting and promoting Canada’s high-performance athletes with a disability, the Canadian Paralympic Committee works to inspire all Canadians with a disability to get involved in sport.
Eco-friendly, carbon free, safe, portable personal transportation solutions for your commuting and commercial needs. Customizable, electric, lightweight, Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTV).
A great resource for all kinds of summer and winter parasports. From the Ready, Willing & Able program to a slick annual magazine, find the sport for you right here.
I am Unlimbited. But you can call me Kim. I have opinions, unconventional ones to some. Not to me. It’s other people’s attitudes that are my biggest obstacle. Check out my questionable advice.
Come discover the most inclusive and family-friendly fitness, sports and life skills facility in Toronto.
Spins. Skids. Spills and thrills. That's what makes Wheelchair Basketball so exciting. From street and schoolyard courts to the Paralympic stage, this is a sport that anyone can play.
Transportation
The first factory-built vehicle for wheelchair access. ADA compliant, available in Compressed Natural Gas and made in America - the MV-1 is inspired by you.
Freedom of mobility can call for adaptive mobility equipment. You have plenty of choices for vehicles, equipment and modifications. Be sure to make the right choice for you.
Travel & Leisure
Looking for an accessible place to holiday, wine and dine, gardens to explore, an anniversary or honeymoon to celebrate, there’s much to do in Niagara Falls for electric scooter and wheelchair users.
Love to travel? So does Easy Access Travel owner Debra Kerper, a traveler with a disability herself. She specializes in Cruise Vacations and Packaged Land Tours that meet the needs of mature travelers and those with disabilities.
An accessible tour rep, providing transportation and wheelchair rentals, and lists
hotel, restaurant and attraction accessibility levels.
For travelers with disabilities the world is becoming a more accessible place. New organizations and opportunities for inclusive travel can take you places you might never imagined.
Whether a seasoned traveler or new to accessible travel, you know that “accessible” means different things to different people. SATH can be your travel guide with great travel tips, planning points and accessible destinations.
Dedicated to fulfilling the special needs requirements for persons who want to travel but may need mobility aides, oxygen or other equipment. We make travel easy, comfortable and accessible.
Make your Orlando-area vacation “A Walk in the Park!” Suntastic Tours is the only Personal VIP Concierge Service of its kind, custom-designing every day to your family’s specific needs. Specializong in special needs services.
