ConnecTra SocietyThere are many opportunities to engage with others in the community. Check out what’s coming up:
Physical limitations should not stop you from expressing who you are. ConnecTra Society and Kickstart Disability Arts and Culture present the ConnecTra Artist Series, a six-part virtual event running from July 19th to August 30th, 2021 highlighting 10 British Columbian artists living with physical disabilities. Tune in on Mondays from 12:00-1:00pm PT as these talented…
Do you live with a disability and are located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia? Attend our virtual roadshow and start exploring the many possibilities available to you! The ConnecTra Society is hosting our first ever Virtual Roadshow; a FREE 5 day event showcasing not only our own affiliated programs for people with disabilities, but local…
Physical limitations should not stop you from expressing who you are. In the ConnecTra Artist Series, hear directly from artists living with physical disabilities on how they found ways to express themselves and what art means to them Troy Lindstrom was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis in his early 20’s and he found the roadblocks that…
You get what you put in! Join us to learn about the many benefits of growing food as Meghan De Jong shares how gardeners can get the most nutritional benefits as well as mental health benefits from doing so. In this workshop you'll learn more about how growing your own food can support in boosting your mood,…
Move in new ways, release tension, and connect with community! No prior dance experience is needed. This weekly class has guided dance improvisation activities, encouraging each person to move in ways that work for them. We will also explore creating dance together and being creative while interacting on Zoom. There is no wrong move! Joanne…
Bobbie Seale-Cobiskey will be live every Wednesday at 12:00PM PDT from the comfort of her home for a 1hr Accessible Chair Yoga session. This Chair Yoga class will weave together practical breathing techniques with sensitively taught yoga postures and movements to meet the needs of all participants. As a Certified Yoga Therapist (CYT), Residential Care…
Add some movement to your routine with weekly Adaptive Fitness with Megan Williamson! This workout is perfect for anyone who is living with a physical disability and is wanting to improve their fitness or start a fitness routine from home. Megan is a certified personal trainer through the Academy of Sports Medicine and the head…
Want to learn how to grow mushrooms indoors at your home, apartment or on a balcony to boost your home-grown nutrition? We will talk through how to grow Oyster mushrooms, a great beginner mushroom to grow, and highlight ways you can make use of household waste as a food source for your mushrooms. If there's time and interest, we…