Events

This is a list of upcoming events. You can also see a calendar view of these events, or you can find details about past events in the Event Archive.

London

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Motion Specialities

Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Please join us on March 17th from 12:00pm to 1:00pm for our Peer Connections group featuring Cliff Cook from Motion Specialities talking about maintenance on chairs and their products.

Session will take place at Parkwood Hospital, 4AE, Room 467.

For more information please contact:

Penny Watson
Peer Support Coordinator
Canadian Paraplegic Association Ontario
Tel: 519.433.2331 Ext 224
Toll Free: 1.866.433.9888
penny.watson@cpaont.org

Toronto

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Caregiver Support Information Night

Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Are you caring for someone with a spinal cord injury? Looking for new ways to support yourself and share your experiences? Then come join us for our information night to learn about our upcoming Caregiver Support Group!

Ottawa

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How to be your own Advocate

Thursday, March 25, 2010 - 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Please join us on March 25, 2010 from 6:00pm-7:30pm for this months Peer Connections group with the topic "How to be your own Advocate". Learn the Skills to effectively Advocate on your own behalf.

Location to be determined

Join us for Great Door Prizes and Delicious Food. Attendant services are also available.

RSVP to Madelyn.scanlan@cpaont.org or 613-723-1033 613-723-1033 Ext. 232

Hamilton

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No Limits Dinner

Thursday, March 25, 2010 - 6:00pm - 10:00pm

March 25th – at Michelangelo’s Banquet and Conference Centre – Upper Ottawa Street, Hamilton. Tickets just $125 per person – for more information contact Chelsea Crealock, Community Development coordinator 905-516-7774.

Toronto

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Adaptive Aids and Devices

Thursday, March 25, 2010 - 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Lyndhurst Patient Cafeteria

520 Sutherland Dr

Toronto, ON

Canada

43° 43' 5.0088" N, 79° 22' 9.1524" W

Living with a disability is tough in terms of accomplishing some of the everyday tasks. Although it's difficult, it is still achievable. However, you might need to use adaptive aids and devices specially designed for SCI. They can make life much easier and reestablish your independence. Join us in this Peer Connection Session where our peer support volunteers will bring their adaptive aids and demonstrate their usage. Information about where to purchase them and how much they might cost will also be given.

Windsor

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Windsor Wheelchair Relay Challenge

Sunday, March 28, 2010 - 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Push yourself to the limit with the 3rd Annual Wheelchair Relay Challenge. RACE with your team around a course with other hardcore wheelers, or cruise the course at your own pace. Whether an individual or part of a team, register today and join us as we raise money to support individuals with a spinal cord injury achieve self-reliance. Space is limited so register now to ensure your team a spot in the race.

London

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Protecting Yourself and Your Family: Defensive and Offensive Tools

Wednesday, April 21, 2010 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm

This topic will be touching on what those various tools (Insurance and Investments) are and how they can be used in a financial plan to allow peace of mind while living your life the way you envision it.

Date: Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Topic: "Financial Planning Matters"
Guest: Chad Mackness, Sunlife Financial Advisor
Place: Parkwood Hospital
Room: A467
Time 12:00 to 1:00 p.m., Lunch provided

London

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