Top Results For: Cerebral Palsy

Despite being born with Cerebral Palsy, 16-year-old Sara had a dream to figure skate. Sara’s family was told that dream would never become a reality without intensive (and costly) physiotherapy – something her family simply could not afford. That’s when Variety – The Children’s Charity stepped in to help.

From hunting bugs and mixing potions, to indoor skydiving and running a kid’s marathon — Anna Siverns embodies courage. The nine-year-old with cerebral palsy has spent much of her life at the Edmonton rehabilitation hospital, as both an inpatient and outpatient. Quinn Ohler has more on why she’s being recognized as a 2025 Glenrose Courage...

Today is World Cerebral Palsy Day, and a Summerland girl living with the condition is working to make her community a more accessible place for all. As Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, six-year-old Holland has her sights set on upgrading her school’s playground.

Heading back to school can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, but for kids with disabilities, the transition often comes with added challenges. Desiree Da Costa, who has Cerebral palsy and works at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, joins Liem Vu to share how her book “All About Me and Cerebral Palsy” is helping kids have...

A Montreal man originally from Ukraine is doing his part to try and raise funds for so many suffering from the ravages of war. Jayme Doll reports.

A Lindsay man held a cycling fundraiser on the weekend to give back to the Five Counties Children’s Centre. Mike Hannah and others pedalled from Omemee to Lindsay in support of Five Counties. Born with cerebal palsy, Hannhah says he received speech and occupational therapy at Five Counties in 1976. That was a year after...

A mother from Ennismore has raised more than $170,000 to help build an inclusive playground. She is inspired by her son who has cerebral palsy, and as Madeleine McColl tells us- she is getting plenty of support from the community.

A wheelchair-adapted van has been stolen from a man with Cerebral Palsy. As Victoria Femia reports, the Kelowna man says the vehicle was modified to meet his unique needs and without it, he has limited mobility.

WATCH: Looking back at the history of SaskAbilities as they celebrate 75 years in Saskatchewan. Saskatoon regional director Emily Hurd says the charitable organization support adults, youth, and children who are experiencing a disability. Hurd says 75 years ago a group of families with children who had cerebral palsy came together who wanted better programs...

WATCH: SaskAbilities regional director Emily Hurd says the charitable organization support adults, youth, and children are experiencing disability. Hurd says 75 years ago a group of families with children who had cerebral palsy came together who wanted better programs and services in the province. SaskAbilities now serves over 50,000 families every year.

‘Out of My Mind’ tells the inspiring tale of Melody, a sixth grader with cerebral palsy navigating life’s challenges. Stars Phoebe-Ray Taylor, in her debut film role, and Rosemarie DeWitt join us to share their experiences, the powerful messages of the film, and lessons for audiences. Phoebe-Ray also speaks about keeping in touch with Jennifer...

Sophie is a 12-year-old girl from Kelowna born with Cerebral Palsy. Despite Sophie’s mobility issues, she goes to school daily and even plays wheelchair tennis. But one of her biggest barriers, both physical and financial, is right in her own home.

The Cerebral Palsy Association of B.C. is marking 70 years of helping and supporting people with the disorder. We speak with provincial spokesperson and accessibility advocate Marco Pasqua about the ongoing effort to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by cerebral palsy.

Groovy, baby! The HUSH Gala will be raising money for Cerebral Palsy Alberta, all while channeling Austin Powers. Cindy Turnquist with Cerebral Palsy Alberta joins Global News Morning Calgary to talk about the gala, and how you can take part.

Hockey super fan Zander Wallin was born with cerebral palsy, but that isn’t stopping him from hitting the ice. Thanks to a pair of homemade skates, the Wallin family had a very special Christmas in Brandon.

Twin sisters – both living with cerebral palsy – received a special surprise in Regina on Friday. Daniella Ponticelli has the story.

Jess Silver, founder of ‘Flex for Access’ and author of a new book titled ‘Run, An Uncharted Direction’ speaks about her new book which documents her birth with cerebral palsy and navigating through life in a wheelchair.

When Savanna Morris, 7, plays on the swings or goes down the slides, her face lights up. But getting to the jungle gym at Columbia Elementary School is challenging for the first grader because she has cerebral palsy, a condition that affects her motor skills.

The community of Havelock is rallying around a special eleven-year-old boy with cerebral palsy. They held a fundraiser on Sunday to help his family buy him a specialized chair. Germain Ma has the story.

Carly Neis, who wrote and stars in “Tune to A”, explains what audiences can expect from the play that aims to share her experiences growing up in theatre with cerebral palsy.