Sparked by the dreams of a young person living with severe physical disabilities, a Shine Experience helps young people aged 11 – 21 think differently about their future, imagine new possibilities, and develop a sense of purpose that can last a lifetime.
Our program helps them gain confidence and see themself differently as someone who can vs. someone who can’t. We help lay the foundation to change the trajectory of their life.
Read life-changing Shine stories below:
Shine Experiences help young people living with severe physical disabilities think differently about their future and develop a sense of purpose that gives them the confidence and tools to contribute to their society.
Maggie has a need for speed, which requires skill, determination, and a custom-fit racing chair that could keep up with her.
Twelve-year-old Carter is like most young people his age with an older sibling and friends. He wants to be able to participate in the same activities as them.
Fifteen-year-old Jocelyne is passionate about music. She and her dad bond over their love for timeless rock and classics like Elvis, The Beach Boys, and Motley Crue.
Erik is an eighteen-year-old who lives with progressive myoclonic epilepsy. This seizure-causing condition results in a decline in motor skills, balance, and cognitive function over time.
Eighteen-year-old Marielle grew up facing social and physical challenges from living with a severe physical disability characterized by stiff and weak muscles. She had been feeling depressed, unmotivated, and uncertain about her future.
Accessible experiences are often sought after by Shine recipients to help make their interactions in the world easier, fun, and more inclusive.
Twenty-year-old Daniel lives with cerebral palsy and loves video editing. Editing was the first thing he excelled at and quickly discovered a talent of teaching others his craft.
When Veronica first spoke with Shine, she dreamed about having a chipped tooth repaired which was damaged in an accident when she was younger. The chip had long affected her confidence and self esteem.
Thomas comes from a very outdoorsy family that often goes hiking around his home and on the many trails in the BC mountains.
Growing up as a son of a pilot in Abbotsford, BC, Pierce always loved everything to do with airplanes and airports.
Sixteen-year-old Chenoa and her family love to hike. They can be found exploring the local hiking trails a couple times each week, yet for the past two years, Chenoa has been left behind.
