Class of 2017: Neuroscience grad hopes his fascination with the brain leads to better treatments ‘It would be a disservice not to try and help whoever you can, in whatever way you … READ MORE
Calgary shows appreciation for accessible drivers Wednesday is Accessible Driver Appreciation Day in Calgary. It’s organized by the … READ MORE
Can you design a home to foster good health? These students are trying Associate professor Dak Kopec with eyewear that simulates a visual disorder, as he … READ MORE
CSPD dueling pianos featuring Burn’N’Mahn, Saturday 18 Nov 2017 Back by popular demand, we will be hosting our second Burn’N’Mahn … READ MORE
Pup dives in for special-needs kids Cori, a 1-year-old retriever mix training in water rescue, takes part in a … READ MORE
Cerebral palsy: Understanding and embracing the journey October 6 is World Cerebral Palsy Day, a movement to increase awareness about the #1 … READ MORE
Tommy Hilfiger, Cat & Jack offer new adaptive clothing lines In a sign that major retail may slowly be opening to clothing needs of consumers … READ MORE
Campus club challenges stigma faced by children with disabilities Taking Strides is a student-run, non-profit initiative which aims to promote and … READ MORE
A country for all children to thrive As Canadians, we pride ourselves on our commitment to inclusion and diversity. Yet, … READ MORE
Hallowe‘en adapted for children with special needs – Southcentre Mall Oct 29, 2017 While many children look forward to the spookiest, goriest costumes and scary … READ MORE
Alberta Health Services signs massive new technology deal The Alberta Health Services board has approved a $459-million deal with a U.S. … READ MORE
Portable 3D scanner assesses patients with elephantiasis Device measures swollen limbs faster, more easily than other methods. A portable … READ MORE
Wheelchair dance company asks, Where’s the disability? At the Disability Rights Legal Center fundraiser gala this past weekend in Los … READ MORE
Alberta athlete shooting for podium at 2018 Winter Paralympics ‘He’s a good athlete, very focused, very determined,’ and … READ MORE
Everyday Heroes: Blake Shelley overcomes challenges of cerebral palsy to write book Blake Shelley was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at 6 months old. He’s now 28 years … READ MORE
For foster parents of disabled children, money stays tight Like most parents trying to make ends meet, Vivian Shine-King needs to get creative … READ MORE
Join us as we Glow Green for World CP Day Oct 6, 2017 See you Friday, Oct 6 at 6pm Eau Claire Market Plaza in downtown Calgary. This FREE … READ MORE
Celebrate the Journey – Transition Fair for Families in Calgary Sept 30, 2017 See you Saturday, September 30, 2017 – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Marlborough Park … READ MORE
Donations help disabled teen realize dream of attending university Accepted to Carleton University, Benjamin Williamson risked watching his dream slip … READ MORE
Surprised staff and patients – Landmark Clinic suddenly shut their doors Physicians and other practitioners retrieved patient medical records. The Landmark … READ MORE
Let me show you what I can do: A woman with special needs answers our questions Melanie Reach is a 24-year-old Shorewood woman who has cerebral palsy. After over 20 … READ MORE
Life without Limits programs 2017 – Art in Calgary and Dance in Edmonton Register for these programs, and more, in Calgary and Edmonton – Cerebral Palsy … READ MORE
‘The Good Doctor’ gets boost from real MD with disability Dr. Tyler Sexton checks on an infant at Singing River Hospital. Sexton, who has … READ MORE
Mobility is a key factor in self–care independence for kids with cerebral palsy Mobility influences the ability of children with cerebral palsy (CP) to carry out … READ MORE
Soccer team for kids with disabilities raise money with lemonade stand WRIGLEYVILLE — On your way to the Cubs game Saturday, you might notice a lemonade … READ MORE
Dear Everybody campaign aims to end stigma around disability Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital has launched a five-year push to make … READ MORE
Back to school when your child has a disability Most of us need a few weeks, but this family starts getting ready in the spring. … READ MORE
Teen with cerebral palsy rappels down Winnipeg skyscraper in her wheelchair Drop Zone event raises money for Easter Seals to support people with disabilities. … READ MORE
6 things a teen with cerebral palsy wants new parents to know I cannot begin to imagine what it is like to hear the words “your child has … READ MORE
Family loses fight for autistic son to have service dog in class Ontario’s human rights tribunal has ruled that a nine-year-old autistic boy in … READ MORE