Perception is everything
December 3, 2014
For theUN’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Rick Hansen is in The Globe and Mail with two challenges for us all. Will you accept the challenge?
Theoretical, actual, and erosion of access
December 2, 2014
What is accessibility and what do you need to do to become accessible?The term is unclear to many but can be categorized into three ways: theoretical, actual, and erosion of access.
Rick Hansen Foundation 2014 Fall Newsletter
November 26, 2014
What is new with the Rick Hansen Foundation this fall? Overview: Click to jump to section: Message from Rick Research Meet a Researcher – Dr. Brian Kwon Research and Innovation Acc...
Gallery: Toronto Pan AM Sports Centre
November 25, 2014
The Toronto Pan Am Sports Venue is an incredible model for accessibility and sport, bringing together innovations in architecture and athletics under one roof.
7 Questions with RHF Ambassador Lonnie Bissonnette
November 24, 2014
Rick Hansen Ambassador Lonnie Bissonnette didn’t let his spinal cord injury stop him from pursuing his love of BASE jumping. Within a year of his accident, he was back flying in the sky.
More than a coach: In honour of Tim Frick
October 24, 2014
No athlete can succeed without a coach on their team. Countless wins, medals and trophies wouldn’t have been won if not for that person on the sidelines guiding the way. For me, that person was Tim Frick.
HRH The Countess of Wessex visits Blusson Spinal Cord Centre
September 29, 2014
Rick Hansen was thrilled to wecome Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex for a tour of Blusson Spinal Cord Centre in Vancouver to showcase the groundbreaking research and work of partners and volunteers.
Speaking out for change: Deepi Leihl's story
September 1, 2014
For Deepi Leihl, one single trip to the movies was all it took to inspire her to start speaking out. Born with metatropic dwarfism, Deepi has faced many challenges in her life, but she doesn’t believe that going to see a movie should be one of them.
Conversation with Patrick Chan
July 1, 2014
Rick Hansen chats with world champion and Olympic silver medalist figure skater Patrick Chan on overcoming challenges, making a difference and trusting your instincts.