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Check out CPA (Alberta) Videos

CPA (Alberta) has over 100 videos on our website, covering a wide variety of topics including housing, parenting, research, wheelchair transfers....and much more. .  

Go to www.cpa-ab.org/odyssey

CPA (Alberta) Offices  

Edmonton Head Office

Phone: (780) 424-6312

Calgary

Phone: (403) 228-3001

calgary@cpa-ab.org

Fort McMurray

Phone: (780) 743-0307

fortmcmurray@cpa-ab.org

Grande Prairie

Phone: (780) 532-3305

Lethbridge

Phone: (403) 327-7577

lethbridge@cpa-ab.org

Medicine Hat

Phone: (403) 504-4001

Red Deer

Phone: (403) 341-5060

reddeer@cpa-ab.org

St. Paul

Phone: (780) 645-5116

Fax: (780) 645-5141

 

 

Toll Free Information Line
1-888-654-5444

 www.cpa-ab.org

In the News - Province Wide 

For more information about the Red Carpet Affair, contact redcarpetedmonton@cpa-ab.org

Is There A Need for Canada Post to Ensure Mail is Accessible to Individuals with Disabilities?

As many of you are aware, Canada Post recently announced its plans to end the delivery of mail to individual homes and for this to be replaced by community mailboxes. This announcement raised concerns about how individuals with disabilities, particularly those with mobility challenges, will be able to readily receive their mail in the future. Click here for more. 

 

   
Events and News in Your Community

Calgary 

Calgary 2014 Peer Events

Peer event information is posted as it becomes available on the CPA (Alberta) website at www.cpa-ab.org or click here for more information. Peer event updates can also be found on the CPA (Alberta) Facebook page. For more information, contact Marilyn Erho at 403-228-7434. 

Restaurant Critics Needed!

Each month, two restaurants are chosen in order to assess the experience. In January, we will be checking out Original Joe's Restaurant and Bar as well as the Starlite Restaurant.This is a great opportunity to socialize, share ideas, and enjoy some great food. For more information please click here.

Scotiabank Charity Challenge in Conjunction with Scotiabank Calgary Marathon

The Scotiabank Charity Challenge is an opportunity to create teams of racers to fundraise for CPA (Alberta). It's easy.  Register in any of the 5 races and then create a team to race on behalf of CPA (Alberta). Invite colleagues and friends to join your team or sponsor it.  100% of donations go directly to CPA (Alberta) and you will instantly receive an online official tax donation.

Step one:  Register in any of the 5 races. Step two:  Create a team of fundraisers.

Edmonton    

Edmonton 2014 Peer Events

Peer event information is posted as it becomes available on the CPA (Alberta)

For more information, contact peeredm@cpa-ab.org at 780-424-6312, ext. 2241.

More information about upcoming activities for Winter 2014 will be coming your way soon! The CPA (Alberta) Adapted Adventures Program offers opportunities to participate in various recreational activities, such as spin classes, rock climbing, cross country skiing, scuba diving, etc. CPA (Alberta) provides quality instruction, adapted equipment and affordable programs to minimize barriers of participation. Subsidies available if necessary. All abilities welcome, as well as family and friends.  

Medicine Hat   

Wheelchair/Stick Curling

Friday's at 1:00 PM at the Medicine Hat Curling Club.

Caregiver Cafe

Grande Prairie   

Special Note: Staff Members, Mieke de Groot and Winona Lafreniere Away February 13 - 27, 2014

Messages can be left at 780 532 3306 and a volunteer will return your call if necessary. For urgent matters please phone the information line at 1-888-654-5444 or the Manager of Regional Services, Doug Manderville at 1-403 341-5060

Snow Removal in Grande Prairie 

For more information on any upcoming peer events please contact Mieke or Winona at 780-532-3305 or grandeprairie@cpa-ab.org.    

Distracted Driving Lunch and Learn

Tuesday, February 4th, 2014. Free session.   

Aboriginal News

DECSA Aboriginal Cultural Program

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) is holding its Alberta National Event in Edmonton from March 27 to 30, 2014. Come and share your truth about the schools and their legacy. Witness and celebrate the resilience of Aboriginal cultures!

Click here for event poster. 

Walking the Prevention Circle   

Research and Technology 

The HumanPad

The HumanPad is a gamepad, developed by Elmar Hanlhofer. The special design allows physically challenged people (without "finger function" ex. tetra plegic) to play with the Microsoft XBOX. The main problem with the XBOX Controller is to use the analog triggers (with the forefingers) and the buttons or sticks (with the thumb) at the same time. The solution is to use the triggers with the wrist. It should be easy to modify the HumanPad to help people with other disabilities too. Click here to learn more about the HumanPad. 

 

Marioway

 

 

Marioway

 

 

Interesting Websites 

 

Made By Brad

Looking for someone to put together that IKEA cabinet? Check this young man out!

Has a knack for reading any instructions, blueprints. Brad puts together furniture, etc. for $10-$20 per job. Visit http://www.madebybrad.com/ 

 

A Compact Electric Vehicle Specially Designed for People with Disabilities

A new eco-friendly vehicle from Absolute Design could make independent, low-emission transportation possible for people who utilize a wheelchair. Click here to read more

 

Instructions for a Bad Day

Shane Koyczan was born in Yellowknife where they continue to produce and nurture incredible artists and musicians. Forwarded by CPA (Alberta) friend, Emily Lawson, in Yellowknife.

Instructions For A Bad Day - Shane Koyczan Poem

 

Sports / Physical Activity / Wellness

Ways to Give

Use Your Power for Good

50% of profits on your electricity usage each month can help individuals with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities!
Click here to find out more.  

Become a CPA (Alberta) Member

The Canadian Paraplegic Association (Alberta) has been providing services and support to Albertans who have experienced a spinal cord injury or physical disability since 1961.

For a list of the many benefits available through your $20 membership, click here

Please note that your membership will not be denied due to financial hardship or lack of funds (so let us know on the membership enrollment form if this might be the case). 

Make your voice count... stay informed and connected.

To renew your membership:

CPA (Alberta) Membership Form

Call 780-424-6312 Ext 2241 or toll free 1-888-654-5444 to renew your CPA membership.

Thank you for your support!

 
Ongoing Resources   

Get in Motion is a nation-wide physical activity counseling service for Canadians with spinal cord injuries. This FREE service is designed to provide participants with the information and support they may need to meet personal physical activity goals, or just a little motivation to get started with a physically active lifestyle. To participate or receive more information from a physical activity counselor, please call them at 1-866-678-1966, or email motion@mcmaster.ca or visit www.sciactioncanada.ca. 

Adapted Computer Technology Loan Program 

Please click here for more information. 

Online Resource Guide for People with Physical Disabilities

Check out CPA (Alberta)'s online resource guide for people with physical disabilities, which is available on our website. The purpose of this guide is to provide information and resources on housing, attendant care/homecare, and adaptive equipment and devices, all in one central location. If you would like more information, contact Zachary Weeks.

Grande Prairie

Disabled Transportation Society  

http://www.gpdts.ca/      

- Will transport people to and from the Clairmont Ramada. Two days notice required to book.  

- Use DTS between Clairmont Ramada and the Greyhound Bus Terminal by the Prairie Mall.

- $15.00 for non-members per trip.  A small discount is possible for round trips.

Greyhound

1 800 752 4841 (travel assistance)  

- Must be phoned at least 4 days in advance so the bus is in place;   

- Find out if there is a bus available for the date required.    

- Confirm 48 hours before the date to ensure the bus is still available

- Book ticket through Grande Prairie Terminal: (780) 539-1111.

Red Deer 

 Classifieds / Equipment for Sale 

Classifieds

Welcome to the classified section of the Canadian Paraplegic Association (Alberta). Many new ads have been added this month. Click here to see more ads. 

If you have anything you would like to buy or sell, please click here to e-mail a description of the item, your asking price and your contact information and we will post your item as quickly as possible.

United Way InKind Centre

Distributes goods and resources to qualified charitable organizations.  The InKind Centre is a community initiative of United Way of the Alberta Capital Region.

Silver Cross Canada

Find recycled or new health care equipment in your area by contacting Silver Cross Canada. 

Submissions/Subscribers/Contact Us

Please let others know about Wheel-E! They can subscribe by emailing or giving us a call.                                                                

CPAAlbertaNewsletter@cpa-ab.org 
(780) 424-6312 or toll-free: 1-888-654-5444

Please give us your thoughts and feedback on our Newsletter. If you have announcements you would like posted, please submit to:
CPAAlbertaNewsletter@cpa-ab.org

The next issue of CPA (Alberta) Wheel-E will be published the first week of March 2014. Deadline for submissions is on or before the 26th of each month. Whenever possible, please send in your announcements before the deadline!

For more information about CPA (Alberta), visit our website at http://www.cpa-ab.org    

The Canadian Paraplegic Association (Alberta) neither endorses nor guarantees any of the products or services advertised in Wheel-E or on our website.     

The Canadian Paraplegic Association (Alberta) is a Registered Charitable Association. 

Charitable Registration # 11883-5016-RR0001.  

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