Hey Friends,
We are so excited to share this episode with you all today. We were honoured to have a truly inspirational guest join us – a Canadian icon, athlete, and global advocate for accessibility and inclusivity. Our guest today is none other than Rick Hansen.
Rick shares with us about his love for the outdoors, nature, and conservation was fostered during his upbringing as a kid from Port Alberni BC. Rick was an active, athletic kid when his life took a profound turn at the age of 15 after a car accident left him paralyzed from the waist down.
Instead of letting adversity define him, Rick turned it into an opportunity to become a beacon of hope and resilience.
He used his passion for athletics to become a legendary wheelchair athlete. Rick is perhaps best known for his groundbreaking 'Man in Motion World Tour' from 1985 to 1987, where he circled the globe in his wheelchair, covering over 40,000 kilometers and raising millions for spinal cord research and accessibility initiatives.
As the Founder of the Rick Hansen Foundation, Rick continues to lead the charge in creating a world that's more accessible and inclusive for people with disabilities. Today, we have the privilege of delving into his remarkable journey, his advocacy work, and the ongoing impact of his legacy in ensuring accessibility for all people.
We know this episode will inspire you!
Z&D
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