This Institute, offering adapted programs and services, believes that physical activity improves overall well-being, emotionally, physically & mentally, and that everyone, of every age & ability, deserves health & well-being. Located in: Island Health Authority.

Provides horseback riding opportunities for people with disabilities. The first step to becoming a rider is getting the rider package filled in, including the Physician’s Referral, and sending the completed package back into our office. Run out of the Elkview Equestrian Academy. Located in: Fraser Health Authority.

Provides horseback riding opportunities for people with disabilities. The first step to becoming a rider is getting the rider package filled in, including the Physician’s Referral, and sending the completed package back into our office. Located in: Fraser Health Authority.

Parallel Yoga offers Chair Yoga, which is suitable for all ages, fitness levels and physical conditions. This series is especially adapted for seniors (55 and older) at any level of health and fitness, and is also recommended for those with arthritis, osteoporosis, cancer (in-recovery), knee and weight issues, multiple sclerosis, Read more [...]

The club believes that all members of the community should have the opportunity to participate in all paddle sports at both recreational and competitive levels and that by encouraging participation in ‘Big Boats’, many of the sport skills learned could be tranferred to life skills. The club delivers programs with Read more [...]

The PRBIS provides support, education and advocacy for persons living with an acquired brain injury, their family, friends and caregivers through goal specific, unique and innovative programming. The intake process collects enough initial information to determine whether our services are suitable or whether a referral is required. Email us at Read more [...]

Power For All is a charity that serves clients in the Fraser Valley, BC. The vision of Power for All is to provide universal access to adventure based activities to all clients from all walks of life in spite of physical, cognitive, social ability and financial resources. What are the Read more [...]

Adaptive Recreation programs like “Power to Be” support people living with a disability or barrier in experiencing inclusive recreational activities while exploring nature and their natural abilities. They adapt their programs to participants and provide the equipment and support participants may need to experience year-round adventures. Participants range in age Read more [...]

The Prince George Brain Injured Group (PG BIG) is a charitable non-profit organization with the mission of providing education, prevention and community rehabilitation to enhance the lives of persons living with the effects of acquired brain injury (ABI), and their families, in and around Prince George, BC. The first step Read more [...]

Realwheels is a professional theatre company that creates and produces world-class art that deepens the audience’s understanding of the disability experience. They tell stories in which disability itself is not the focus of conflict, but rather forms the landscape upon which universal issues are debated onstage. Realwheels welcomes your interest, Read more [...]

Recreation Integration Victoria aims “To facilitate active lifestyles for people with disabilities.” They believe that participation in recreation and leisure are essential aspects of human life that improve one’s quality of life. They strive to ensure an equality of access to community parks and recreation facilities, programs, services, and special Read more [...]

Recreational Respite has built an entire team of Recreation Therapists on the premise that FUN changes behaviour! The work we do in both areas of 1:1 support (in the home or community setting) and group based recreation programs promote engaging activity in order to support individuals to achieve individual goals and reach desired outcomes that include: social skills, re-integration into family, school, work or community, participation, life skills, independence and identifying sense of role and purpose.

The Recreation Access Card is for residents of Richmond who live with a permanent disability that seriously impairs their daily living. Those who qualify are entitled to a 50% discount to most drop-in leisure activities in the City of Richmond. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

The Richmond Therapeutic Equestrian Society (RTES) provides the therapeutic benefits of horseback riding to people with various physical, mental and emotional disorders. While participation in some activities may be denied to people with disabilities, horseback riding can be adapted appropriately in most cases. Reported benefits include improved balance and co-ordination, Read more [...]

RISE is an injury and trauma wellness centre in Nelson, BC. They serve people with injuries or who are experiencing chronic pain. Services include: Pain Clinic, prolotherapy, Addictions Clinic, kinesiology, exercise therapy and yoga therapy. Located in: Interior Health Authority.

Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre offers a varied and exciting range of activities for the community, whatever one’s age or capability. There are many art and recreation classes that can be adapted for people with limited mobility, as well as events, shows, performances, and workshops that many people can Read more [...]

Semiahmoo’s ABI program provides a natural home environment where supported individuals have access to assistance and guidance whenever possible that builds self confidence and promotes personal growth. They make efforts to ensure all interactions are person-centered and dedicated to encouraging personal choice and direction. A referral from Fraser Health is Read more [...]

Semiahmoo House offers a day program for Fraser Health clients 3 days a week and a drop in program 1 day per week. Located in: Fraser Health Authority.

The SSASS mission statement is: “Our dream is of a place without barriers where everyone can share passion, joy, freedom and friendship, connecting with nature and community through snow sports at Silver Star Mountain and beyond.” Located in: Interior Health Authority.

Sirota’s Alchymy offers a Martial Arts Program specifically created for People with Mobility Disabilities. Individuals with MS, Paraplegia, Cerebral Palsy, and other mobility disorders have been empowered through the program. Students learn self defense techniques and martial arts skills that are adapted to their physical challenges. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Read more [...]