Community events

Camping with cerebral palsy is fun and challenging

Camping isn’t on the top 10 list of activities for people with disabilities. Growing up, I went to a summer camp for children with disabilities, but I stayed in cabins with bathrooms. Five years ago, my husband asked me to go … READ MORE

Kids with cerebral palsy achieve goals at Edmonton ‘brain camp’

At the beginning of “brain camp” each of the eight kids attending set a goal to work toward. For Tacee French, the goal is to strengthen her right hand so she can lead a cow by a rope. Danika Dobson, 9, right, attends a summer … READ MORE

Alberta reforms AISH process, allows online applications

New forms for those with disabilities simplifies language to remove barriers. Community and Social Services Minister Irfan Sabir poses with Alberta MLAs and AISH clients to discuss the province’s new AISH guide. Government of … READ MORE

Edmonton day camp for children with disabilities, chronic illness receives funding boost

‘I’ve always wanted to learn gymnastics and become an athlete.’ A free day camp for children living with a chronic illness or disability. Apply Now! Children with disabilities and chronic illnesses and their friends … READ MORE

Play ball! Special needs baseball program expanding in Edmonton area

90 kids playing Challenger Baseball in Spruce Grove, St. Albert and Sherwood Park. A player gets in his stance to hit the ball during a Challenger baseball game on Monday night. Roberta Bell CBC Roberta Bell, CBC News Edmonton June … READ MORE

CPAA 2018 summer program registration now open in Calgary and Edmonton

The Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta (CPAA) offers programs to people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities that provide essential social interaction and healthy activities in nurturing environments. Register for summer … READ MORE

Join us for the 1st Annual CPAA – Kyle Miller Golf Without Limits Tournament

This Texas Scramble Tournament will take place at the picturesque McKenzie Meadows Golf Club with a shotgun start at 1pm complete with exciting challenges and prizes along the way including a $15,000 Hole In One cash prize sponsored … READ MORE

Alberta health union launches campaign against ‘threats’ posed by UCP

One of the province’s largest health care unions is wading into the political arena by launching a media campaign to counter “threats” to public health care posed by the potential election of the United Conservative Party next … READ MORE

Province hiring its first advocate for people with disabilities

‘This doesn’t answer all of the issues, but it’s definitely a start.’ Minister of Community and Social Services Irfan Sabir is overseeing the creation of a new office that will advocate for people with … READ MORE

Therapeutic horse riding and adaptive sports groups share knowledge

Noriko Ohsada and her daughter Meg meet with Rundle Riders Therapeutic Riding Association instructor Sue Clark at an information session with Rocky Mountain Adaptive Sports and guest speakers at St. Michael’s Anglican Church hall on … READ MORE

AISH recipients slam changes, saying more is needed

Critics say auditor general report recommendations not fully considered. Calgary AISH recipient Mary Salvami says she feels the benefits should be indexed to the cost of living. Radio-Canada David Bell, CBC News Calgary March 20, 2018 … READ MORE

Disabled Albertans with trust funds can qualify for AISH under new bill

Alberta last Canadian province to stop penalizing Albertans for having trusts set up for their care. Community and Social Services Minister Irfan Sabir introduced Bill 5 in the Alberta legislature on Monday afternoon. CBC Michelle … READ MORE

Canada Paralympic success inspires young Alberta sledge hockey athletes

Novice players gathered in Calgary to watch gold medal game on Saturday. The Paralympics have wrapped up in Pyeongchang, and Canada’s success is giving a group of young sledge hockey players inspiration that they too will one … READ MORE

Brian McKeever’s ‘relentless’ drive leads to historic Paralympic gold

Canmore, Alberta cross-country skier earns record 14th medal. Canada’s Brian McKeever cemented his legacy as Canada’s most successful Winter Paralympian with his 14th-career medal. Carl Recine, Reuters Vicki Hall, CBC … READ MORE

Paralympian headed to Pyeongchang prefers the downhill event

‘It’s the biggest, the baddest and the fastest’ says Kurt Oatway. Kurt Oatway will compete for Canada at the 2018 Paralympics in Peonchang, South Korea. CBC News Kurt Oatway is a sit-skier on the Canadian Paralympic … READ MORE

Markin undergrads get first-hand experience using cutting-edge robotic technology

Markin USRP students Ash Kolstad, left, and Justin Tan combine neuroscience research with technology under the mentorship of Tyler Cluff, seated. Stephanie Vahaaho, University of Calgary University of Calgary students Justin Tan and … READ MORE

Home is where the heart is for Alana Ramsay

Canadian alpine skier aiming to end World Cup season on a high in Kimberley. Alana Ramsay is a four-time world championship medallist. Andrea Carloni for the IPC International Paralympic Committee February 7, 2018 Canadian Alana … READ MORE

Pass Powderkeg Ski Area hosts first event for skiers and snowboarders with disabilities

Skiing and snowboarding are fun group activities for friends and families and Canadian Adaptive Snowsports (CADS) organization extends that inclusivity to people with disabilities. All Mountain Camps – Rocky Mountain Adaptive … READ MORE

Calgary kids with disabilities enjoy ‘Go Baby Go’ program

Angelina Shirley was beaming as she watched her three-year-old daughter Sadie drive a toy car for the very first time. Toy cars children can drive around in are a lot of fun for the little ones. And as Gil Tucker shows us, for some … READ MORE

Adapted physical activity in our community – Guest speakers, February 5, 2018

Camilla Borregaard Voigt & Rasmus Hjorth Peterson. Specialists in adaptive physical activity programming – particularly for people with Cerebral Palsy – with the Elsass Institute in Denmark. Camilla and Rasmus will be sharing … READ MORE

From para-athlete to advocate: Tony Flores is Alberta’s new disability advocate

‘The role is simply a voice for our community’ Tony Flores has been named the province’s first Advocate for Persons with Disabilities. He competed for years in Para-Nordic skiing. Tony Flores supplied photo CBC News … READ MORE

Online database helps Albertans enrol in clinical trials

Research is helping develop new treatments, strategies and surgeries, doctor says. The University of Calgary and Alberta Health Services have teamed up for a campaign encouraging Albertans to sign up for clinical trials. Dr. Michael … READ MORE

Children with special needs get their own, special Santa time

“I’d drive 1,000 miles for an experience like this.” Harrison Markin, 6 yrs, experiences a giant snow globe and visits Santa and Mrs Claus at Southcentre Mall in southwest Calgary on Sunday, December 3, 2017. The mall hosted a … READ MORE

CP Alberta winter 2018 programs in both Calgary and Edmonton

Registration is now open for our Winter 2018 programs in both Calgary and Edmonton! We have a new way to register, as well. There are still openings in a number of our programs in both cities, so please visit your city’s site if … READ MORE

IPC Para-Nordic World Cup 2017 in Canmore

The Alberta World Cup Society is excited and proud to announce that Canmore will host the International Paralympic Committee Para-Nordic World Cup on December 7-18, 2017. With over 100 of the world’s best para-athletes, this … READ MORE

Calgary learn to ski and snowboard for persons with disabilities at Canada Olympic Park

7pm – 9pm Friday, December 1, 2017. Canada Olympic Park, meet on the 2nd Level of the Cafeteria for ticket pick up and directions Great way to get your snow legs back. Groups are led by top certified CSIA and CASI course conductors, … READ MORE

Day to celebrate people with disabilities in Lethbridge

Dec 4 will be a day filled with distinction and diversity as the community comes together to celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). Sign of encouragement from participant. About 100 people gathered on the … READ MORE

Calgary shows appreciation for accessible drivers

Wednesday is Accessible Driver Appreciation Day in Calgary. It’s organized by the Calgary Ability Network to bring awareness of the need for accessible transportation services. Calgary Transit by Audrey Whelan, 660 News November 15, … 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 Dueling Pianos event on Saturday, November 18, 2017. Get ready for Burn ’N’ Mahn dueling pianists Brian Burns and Jamie Mahn Those who attended last … READ MORE

Buildathon volunteers assemble devices for Calgarians with disabilities

For many Canadians with disabilities, it’s the little things that make day-to-day living a bit harder. Federal Disabilities Minister Kent Hehr gets a demonstration of the LipSync, a device that allows users to control computers … READ MORE

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