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At first, Rick Hansen fought the idea of a wheelchair. But then it became a vehicle for his freedom

At first, Rick Hansen saw his wheelchair as a symbol of limitations, eschewing what would eventually help propel him around the globe and shatter the true barriers: stigma and a world designed for the able-bodied. When he overcame that, it became a vehicle for his freedom and advocacy.

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  • Pat nanaimo 17h ago

    Honestly the best part of living here.

    • Sam summerland 9h ago

      Solid piece, eh.

    • Cass summerland 24m ago

      Honestly the best part of living here.

    • Lin Canada 8h ago

      Anyone else seeing this on their end?

  • Riley nanaimo 12m ago

    Hope to see you all there!