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SO proud of Kathryn, one of our technicians, she combined both her skills and great ideas and designed these amazing face masks to donate to Bikers Against Child Abuse....Way to Go Kathryn!!

Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) - Canada.ca Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)

A very unique opportunity for some of our younger clients!

******CASTING CLOSED******
Jigsaw Casting Ltd. Is Looking Nationwide for Boys who have a Physical Disability for an Upcoming Olympic Campaign in Canada!

Description
This is a story about a man teaching his son to play sledge hockey.

Roles
Boy: Male, around 5-10 years of age. He is a typical kid. He is wide eyed curious and inquisitive. We are looking for a kid that doesn’t have the use of his legs, but doesn't let that get him down. *Must have a physical disability. Bonus if they have some basic sledge hockey experience or interest in sledge hockey, but not required.

*Pays approximately $2,000.00+ if selected plus flights and accommodation.

Details & Submission Information
If interested, you must submit in order to be invited in to audition.
Please e-mail the following to: [email protected]
1. Your child's name, age & the city they live in.
2. Photo(s) of your child (Where we can clearly see their face. Ideally no hats or sunglasses).
3. Your primary contact information (guardian’s name, phone number & email address) *If your child is a represented actor, please include their union status, resume & the agent’s contact information
4. Please write ‘PROJECT OLYMPIC’ in subject line of e-mail, along with your child's name, age and city. (E.G. Project Olympic - Max Jones- age 8 - Vancouver, BC)

Submissions are due by: Friday october 27th @ 5pm
(However the earlier you submit the better your chances)

You must be available for these key dates:
SKYPE INTERVIEW: Week of Oct 30th
SHOOT: Nov 7th-19th (Dates and filming location TBD)

Questions or Concerns
*If you have already submitted for this project, you do not need to resubmit your information
*Please note that you will not be compensated for the audition
*This is a union job. Non Actors will be permitted
*You must be a Permanent Resident or Canadian Citizen to participate
*If you have received this bulletin after the initial audition date, please still email us your submission as we may still be able to consider you.

PLEASE JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP FOR FUTURE CASTING CALLS: www.facebook.com/jigsawcasting
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BECOMING A PERFORMER AND PROTECTING YOURSELF GO TO: http://www.actratoronto.com/performers/starting-out/

60 SUMACH ST / 3RD FLOOR / TORONTO, ON M5A 3J7 / T: (416) 360 0336 www.jigsawcasting.com

A nice step forward from a major retailer. Hopefully other companies will follow suit!

Tommy Adaptive | Tommy Hilfiger USA TOMMY ADAPTIVE

What a beautiful home!

Rosemarie Rossetti's Home is a Model for Universal Design & Accessibility - Cure Medical Rosemarie Rossetti, Ph.D, shares how she and her husband used universal design to create a one-of-a-kind wheelchair accessible home, and how you can too.

What a neat local opportunity! If you have been considering getting involved in sport, this is a great chance to see what is out there in the world of adaptive sports (no experience needed!)

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It would be great to see more entries from Vancouver Island! We are making a start by entering information for our clinics in Nanaimo and Comox. Check out the guide to contributing, and update information for your favourite local spots.

Google Wants Help Tagging Accessible Places Google is looking to the public in an effort to make navigating the world easier for people with disabilities.

Individual Grant Programs | bcrehab Here you will find the BC Rehab Individual Grant Application and the associated program guidelines. This application is intended for individual funding requests from persons with physical disabilities. A range of requests are considered by our review committee.

Did you know we have a fantastic local War Amps representative? If you are facing barriers due to your amputation/use of a prosthesis, let our office know and we would be happy to connect you with the War Amps.

The War Amps - Advocacy As an expert in amputee rights, The War Amps identifies and addresses inequities and gaps in support for war, adult and child amputees in Canada.

Amputee advocates in B.C. say prosthetic limbs lack adequate health coverage Amputee advocates say getting a prosthetic limb can be cost-prohibitive as it's often not fully covered by health care plan.

Some local advocacy work from passionate folks! If you are interested in sharing your story, the article has more information about participating in the project.

The Martlet Behind the scenes of Ampuseek, the newest face of amputee advocacy Gabrielle Fitzpatrick (left) and Emery Vanderburg (right) are the founders of Ampuseek, a non-profit organization advocating for amputees. They recently hosted an event on March 26 (pictured). Photo provided

Better weather is right around the corner on the Island! Book your appointment with one of our certified orthotists or pedorthists to assess your gait, and we will determine if foot orthoses could benefit your enjoyment of physical activity this spring.

Biomechanics Research Reveals Potential to Treat “Runner’s Knee” With... Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), or “runner’s knee,” is characterized by pain around the kneecap or patella. A new study from the University of...

Absolutely! We are experts in all aspects of custom orthotic treatment.

Frequently ‘orthotics’ is used to refer to ‘foot orthotics’ when have applications from head to toe. http://ow.ly/S5ie309GmB7

Hip or Knee Pain?
By B.D Mitchell Prosthetics and Orthotics
Look to your feet for relief. When not experiencing foot pain, few people think about them when their hips or knees hurt. They may be told it is arthritis or cartilage damage and do not consider how the alignment of their feet and ankles may be contributing to their discomfort. As we age, many people become more sedentary and see an increase in body weight. The arches of the feet can become flatter over time due to excess pressure from above and weakness developing underneath. As arches flatten, they fall inwards too. This causes the leg to rotate inwards. This rotation puts the knees and hips out of alignment. Depending on the amount of arch collapse, the foot may require a significant amount of correction to ease the hip or knee pain. Deep-cupped corrective foot orthotics have been found to work wonders at alleviating pain in joints further up the body. Diane Calder, BSc KIN, CPed(C), Pedorthist.

BD Mitchell Prosthetics & Orthotics www.mitchellpando.com

A great article from one of our Certified Pedorthists, Diane Calder, about Morton's Neuroma and the treatment of this painful condition. You can visit Diane at our Comox office!

Treating Morton’s Neuroma

This foot condition is first noticed as a tingling or burning sensation in two of your outer toes. Sometimes there is a sharp, stabbing pain in the ball of the foot. Symptoms are usually only felt when weight is on the foot. When you sit down and put your feet up, the sensation disappears. What is happening is one of the arches in your foot (there are 3 arches) is dropping, and the bones have shifted and are pinching a nerve. Wearing shoes with good support around the heel and a wide toe area will sometimes relieve your symptoms. A metatarsal pad placed in the correct position may also relieve your symptoms for a while. The long-term solution is a custom foot orthotic to correct the bone alignment and remove the pressure. If left untreated for too long this condition may become chronic and require injection or surgical intervention.

Diane Calder, BSc KIN, CPed(C), Pedorthist. BD Mitchell www.mitchellpando.com

All of us here at BD Mitchell Prosthetics & Orthotics wish our clients and their families a happy and healthy Happy New Year! We look forward to being your partner in health in 2017.

Looking to add some holiday flair to your wardrobe this Christmas? Check out this ugly Christmas sweater prosthetic cover from The Alleles! Awesome!

We wanted to have some fun for the holiday season so designed our first seasonal cover, the "Ugly Christmas Cover"! .
Remember if you want to guarantee receiving your ALLELES X-mas gifts in time for the holidays, orders should be placed by December 16! 📦 🎄 .
A huge shout out to for bringing all his Mariah Carey Christmas tunes for the shoot 😂😂😂

Happy holidays from all of us here at BD Mitchell Prosthetics & Orthotics.

Our Nanaimo office will be closed on December 26th. Our Comox office will be closed on December 26th, and from December 28-30th.

With the holiday travel season fast approaching, many prosthetic and orthotic users may be flying to their destination. Whether you are a seasoned assistive-device user or this will be your first trip past security, CATSA has some tips for travellers that are worth reviewing so that your trip can be stress-free.

Special Needs | CATSA | ACSTA CATSA recognizes that travel can be challenging for passengers with special needs. The tips below will help make the security screening process as easy as possible.

Looking forward to meeting you, Darlene! We appreciate working with our local partners to improve the health and comfort of the Island community.

Congratulations to Darlene Dykhuizen! You have won our with BD Mitchell Orthotics!

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Our orthotists and prosthetists are certified to the highest Canadian standards to ensure that we are well-equipped to meet your health and mobility goals.

About Certified Orthotists – CO(c) | Orthotics Prosthetics Canada (OPC) Health Professionals Certified Orthotists CO(c) are uniquely trained professionals who provide comprehensive patient care for individuals in need...

Do you have diabetes or pre-diabetes? Your orthotist, pedorthist and prosthetist are valuable members of your foot care team, along with at-home or community foot care as described by the Canadian Diabetes Association below. At BD Mitchell Orthotics, we are certified professionals who can assess the condition of your feet and recommend well-fitting and supportive footwear and orthoses to ensure your best foot health. If you have concerns about your feet, make an appointment today!

A Step Towards Good Health People with diabetes are less likely to feel a foot injury, which can lead to serious complications. A good daily foot care routine will help keep your feet healthy.

Our very own Resident Orthotist Meagan Gerein has an article published on the Management of Partial Foot Amputations! We are proud of you, and of all the graduates of the Prosthetic and Orthotic programs who contribute to research in our field.

Student Papers | Orthotics Prosthetics Canada (OPC) The following are student research projects from British Columbia Institute of Technology and George Brown College that each program is excited to...