Our Community

Our Community

Highlighting the people, places, organizations or things that have made life more enjoyable for Canadians living with a disability.

Our Community

Highlighting the people, places, organizations or things that have made life more enjoyable for Canadians living with a disability.

  • VIRN

    VIRN

    Learn more about Vision Impaired Resource Network, a small but mighty organization offering peer support, public education, active living...

  • Opportunity Lives Here

    Opportunity Lives Here

    Since 1971, Cosmo Industries has been a unique place, providing vocational work, non-vocational activities and support options for adults of all abilities.

  • S.M.I.L.E.

    S.M.I.L.E.

    We learn more about Acadia University's S.M.I.L.E. course, an eight-week program where participants receive a physical activity plan catered to their individual needs.

  • VocalEye

    VocalEye

    In this episode of Our Community, we experience theatre through VocalEye, a non-profit organization that is the first live description arts service for the blind in Canada.

  • Just Kids

    Just Kids

    Students are given the opportunity to integrate into a school catering to the needs of children of different abilities.

  • Circus Arts

    Circus Arts

    We meet Erin Ball, who runs Kingston Circus Arts, and some of her recruits. This truly accessible circus school embraces the social model of disability.

  • Night To Shine

    Night To Shine

    In "Night to Shine," we follow Connor, who is on the autism spectrum, and Sophie, who has Down syndrome, as they prepare for and attend a...

  • Momo Movement

    Momo Movement

    Calgary dance company Momo Movement designs theatre and performance opportunities for people of all abilities. Watch as they rehearse for...

  • Joy of Expression

    Joy of Expression

    Art is an expression of our thoughts, emotions, intuitions and desires. "Joy of Expression" explores Cool Arts Society, where Canadians of all abilities create and communicate.

  • Surf's Up

    Surf's Up

    Meet Sam and his siblings as they attend Surf's Up for Autism, a two-day camp filled with surfing, beach games and family fun in an enriching and inclusive environment.

  • Different is Beautiful

    Different is Beautiful

    Pip has Down Syndrome. When Pip was born Tara was shocked, but realized what a gift she was to her and her family, so she started the Hap...

  • Blind Hockey

    Blind Hockey

    Dustin Butterfield is on a quest to introduce a new sport to rural Alberta. And, thanks to him, blind hockey is finding its way to Red Deer.