Stories about People with Spinal Cord Injuries

Included on this page are personal stories about people like you and me, whose lives have been affected by a spinal cord injury.

Ottawa

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Doug's Story

Doug Smith is a true example of inspiration and extraordinary belief in the human mind and spirit. ... read more

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You Never Know What Tomorrow May Bring... Rob's Story

It was a beautiful fall day. Rob, an avid cyclist, loved this part of the day. Out for his Sunday morning ride, Rob enjoyed taking different paths – some challenging, others less so. ... read more

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Jim's Story

Take some time to read Jim's story. We love being part of people's triumphs! ... read more

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Julie's Life Was Just Beginning...

“Everything I have wanted, I now have” says Julie. “It may have taken a bit longer, but not much.” ... read more

Peterborough

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Wolfgang's Story

“Before CPA Ontario came into my life, I was a wasted man I was on the verge of no return. I felt like nothing. ... read more

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Anita, Bobby and Baby Olivia

Anita never saw it coming. ... read more

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Sam and Blair (Haliburton, ON)

Living in Haliburton, I used to dive off my dock countless times. On Canada Day, 2006, I took a midnight swim. ... read more

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Peter (Toronto, ON)

I still remember that day – August 12, 1995. I was only 17 years old and my entire life changed. On a family vacation in Greece, I dove off a cliff. ... read more

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