Life at iLevel Canada

Summer Camp with my Stretto

I have been a wheelchair user since 2017. There are many activities that I thought I would never get to do again due to the lack of accessibility. This summer I had the opportunity to go to an accessible camp for the disabled, organized by Multiple....

A Perfect Day at Port Dalhousie: Lennon’s Beach Adventure

Lennon and her family had an unforgettable day at Port Dalhousie, a hidden gem on the shores of Lake Ontario. The sun was shining, the air was warm, and Lennon, along with her sister Leighton, were ready for a day of fun, adventure, and making memories...

A Magical Kindergarten Field Trip: Lennon’s Day at Port Dalhousie

As the school year ended, Lennon’s kindergarten class celebrated with a field trip to the picturesque Port Dalhousie. We are so lucky to have this quaint lakeside town right around the corner from us, with its vintage charm and family-friendly activities...

A Fun-Filled Weekend at Grandma & Grandpa’s Trailer

This past weekend, Lennon and Leighton enjoyed a delightful getaway to their grandparents' trailer. Armed with her trusty Edge 3 Stretto power wheelchair, Lennon was ready for a weekend packed with fun and adventure. The first stop was....

A Day at Safari Niagara with Lennon and Leighton: Accessibility and Adventure

Last weekend, my daughters Lennon and Leighton embarked on a much-anticipated trip to Safari Niagara. This visit was not just about experiencing the exotic animals and thrilling exhibits, but also about navigating the park for the first time with Lennon’s...

Disability Pride Month

As we celebrate Disability Pride Month this July, I am proud to be a power wheelchair user, especially with my Edge 3 Stretto Quantum Rehab power wheelchair. Reflecting on what it truly means to be disabled fills me with a deep sense of pride...

Philadelphia Family Trip - Part Three

Day 3’s highlight was Sesame Place, located about half an hour from Philadelphia. As a theme park based on the beloved Sesame Street characters, it was a dream come true for my son. The park was vibrant and welcoming, with life-sized characters...

Philadelphia Family Trip - Part Two

Waking up refreshed, we headed a short distance down the road to Hershey Chocolate World. Chocolate World is a haven for chocolate lovers, offering an immersive experience into the world of Hershey. We started with the Great American Chocolate...

Philadelphia Family Trip - Part One

Travelling with a family is always an adventure, but doing so in a powerchair can add a unique set of challenges and joys. As we embarked on our trip from St. Catharines to Philadelphia, we made accessibility a priority at every stop...

Growing Independence: Lennon’s New Raised Garden Bed

Gardening has long been a favourite pastime of mine, a way to connect with nature and find peace in nurturing life from soil to bloom. For my daughter, Lennon, this simple joy has become a new frontier of independence...

Jazzy Carbon Emergency Situation

Construction workers broke a gas pipe in front of my building, leading to an evacuation of the area. With the electricity cut off, the elevator was non-functional, preventing me from leaving with my Edge 3 Stretto power wheelchair...

Day Out At The Record Store

Last Saturday, my 2-year-old son and I embarked on an exciting excursion through Downtown St. Catharines. We were eager to explore the vibrant atmosphere and attractions the city had to offer. As a power chair user, accessibility was a...

Lunch With My Stretto

As the sun hits its midday peak and the aroma of delicious food beckons, the thought of going out for lunch fills many with excitement. For some, however, this seemingly simple task can present challenges. But for me, a power chair user...

Lennon’s Easter Adventure

Lennon could hardly contain her excitement; this Easter was different. This Easter, she would embark on her Easter egg hunt in her Stretto. She had been eagerly awaiting this day ever since she got her hands on the sleek, bright pink chair....

Ripley’s Aquarium Trip with my Stretto

Last week, my family embarked on an adventure to Ripley's Aquarium in Toronto - a journey I had been eagerly anticipating. As a power wheelchair user, accessibility is always at the forefront of my mind when planning outings. Yet, from...

Cheeky Adventures: Navigating Hospital Appointments

Hospital appointment days can be a daunting task. However, with Lennon's new Edge 3 Stretto, the hospital experience took on a whole new level of ease and cheeky adventure. Before Lennon got into her....

Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo with The Edge 3 Stretto

Last weekend, Lennon had the time of her life at Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo, and her Edge 3 Stretto made it even more unforgettable. From the moment we got there, her eyes were shining with excitement. With her sleek new Edge 3 Stretto...

Competing with my Stretto

Competing in the Arnold Amateur at the Arnold’s Sports Festival 2024 USA in the Women’s wheelchair division was a tremendous honour and privilege. Using my Quantum Rehab Edge 3 Stretto...

A Zip To The Store In My Stretto

Embracing life with my Stretto powerchair has significantly enhanced my ability to tackle daily errands, especially those last-minute store runs. In this blog, I'll share how the...

Enhancing Accessibility in Elementary Schools

In today's world, accessibility is not just a concept; it's a necessity. For children like Lennon, navigating the school environment independently is essential for their growth and...

Embracing the Significance of Rare Disease Day

Living with a rare disease comes with its own set of challenges and triumphs, and for individuals navigating life with a disability, the journey is often even more unique. Rare Disease Day...

Boston Bruins

On December 19th, I had the pleasure of watching my beloved Boston Bruins play the Minnesota Wild at the iconic TD Garden in Boston. As a powerchair user, navigating...

Give It Time

“Give it time”! It’s advice that is quite relevant when it comes to using a new mobility aid, especially for the first time. Since I received the Jazzy Carbon...

Quantum Backpack

Having a disability brings restrictions into our lives. The tools and tricks we find, develop and use make an incredible difference in our daily lives. Accessories...

The Importance of Accessibility

In the world of a wheelchair user, independence often hinges on the reliability of specialized equipment. For many people like myself, a wheelchair accessible van is...

Jazzy Carbon to the Rescue

There are many different reasons why someone would need a power wheelchair like my Stretto Edge 3 from Quantum Rehab Canada. These reasons may encompass the need to...

The Power of a Power Wheelchair

A power wheelchair is a synonym for independence and autonomy for anyone with a progressive illness, a dynamic disability or any other condition that may require...

Accessorizing My New Wheelchair

I recently received a new lightweight power wheelchair, the Jazzy Carbon by Pride Mobility, as an alternative to my Stretto Edge3 Quantum Rehab power wheelchair...

Frankenmuth Trip - Part Two

Day 3: Fall Colours, Grandpa Tiny's Farm, and Bronner's. On our final day in Frankenmuth, we really got to experience the breathtaking beauty of fall in Michigan...

Frankenmuth Trip - Part One

Frankenmuth, Michigan, is a picturesque town with Bavarian charm, world-famous chicken dinners, and unique shopping experiences. What makes it even more special is...

Halloween & Wheelchairs

Halloween can be a very fun celebration and inclusive for everyone, including wheelchair users. We may feel uncomfortable or left out as if this holiday is not for us because of our...

What Makes a Playground Accessible?

As we discussed in my last blog, playgrounds are absolutely vital spaces for children to explore, socialize, and develop essential skills. However, not all playgrounds...

The Importance of Accessible Playgrounds

In my opinion, St. Catharines is a city that for the most part, embraces inclusivity - which can be seen in its commitment to creating accessible parks and playgrounds.

Hospital Days Powered by My Mobility Aid

Hospital days are often difficult and require a lot of energy. Most of the hospitals are very big inside. Trying to get to an appointment can be very exhausting, depending on the type of mobility aid you use.

Air Travel With My Quantum Chair – Part Two

Now, in order to board comes one of the most anxiety-inducing parts for me - the aisle chair. This small transfer chair is designed to fit down the narrow aisle of the aircraft.

Air Travel With My Quantum Chair – Part One

Travelling on a plane is often associated with excitement and anticipation, but for those of us who rely on wheelchairs to get around, this excitement can more often than not be...

Power Wheelchairs and Sports

My favourite sport is bodybuilding. Training with a Quantum Rehab Power Wheelchair is extremely useful for most exercises because I can use the...

Fashion and wheels

As someone who has always enjoyed fashion, I never really had an expensive budget, so I learned to make cheap outfits look good with great and versatile accessories.

Spring Cleaning

Spring is here! Time for the big cleanup! Every time the season changes, I do a big cleanup of my house; rotate clothes from winter to summer, wash my windows, etc.

Disney World - Part Two

The Happiest (And Most Accessible) Place on Earth- PART TWO. We went to 3 parks (Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and EPCOT) and had amazing experiences at all of them.

Disney World - Part One

The Happiest (And Most Accessible) Place on Earth- PART ONE. I was fortunate to spend a week in Walt Disney World in Florida with my family recently. There were 9 members of my family on this special trip, as we were celebrating my mom’s 60th Birthday!

Dress to Impress

I have degenerative illnesses (Multiple Sclerosis and Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome). Using a power wheelchair allows me to save my energy for the activities that matter the most to me, and save a little for my daily tasks and autonomy.

A Busy Birthday Weekend!

My birthday happens to fall on St. Patrick’s Day, so it tends to be quite a “festive” time to say the least, and this year was no exception!

Feels Like Summer Again!

The last few days in Southern Ontario have been HOT, and it’s really given me a taste for summer – and summer means more freedom!

USB Port Charger

When a new feature is available for power wheelchairs, it may just seem like a small, additional accessory to others, but it can be completely life changing for those of us in wheelchairs.

Freedom is in the Details

Freedom is in the details. Just like happiness! Accessories do not make up an entire wheelchair, but they make a huge difference in my freedom, independence and autonomy.

Saying Goodbye to the Old Chair

Saying Goodbye to the Old Chair I took possession of my first Quantum Stretto power chair in early 2000, just after the Covid 19 Pandemic had started.

Backup Camera

In this series, where I explore how important the new accessories recently added to my power wheelchair have impacted my daily life. I now turn the focus on the backup camera developed by Quantum Rehab Canada.

Sherry's Game Changer

Hi, I’m Sherry, I have Spastic Cerebral Palsy and I use an electric power wheelchair in my daily life. I’ve had an electric wheelchair since the age of four and my newest power chair is the Quantum Edge 3 in Raspberry Beret.

My Story

My name is Marie, I'm from Montreal, QC and I'm 41 years old. I was diagnosed with Multiple sclerosis in February 2016 (RRMS).

My Disability Activism -
Part 2

As I’ve written about previously, I feel that one of the most important things I can do as someone living with a disability is to share my experience with others.

Chores

Sunday Funday? Or is it more like chore day, bore day? Around our house, Sunday is generally the day to get stuff done! It is the day that we take to get ourselves ready for the upcoming week, and try and reset from the weekend.

International Wheelchair Day

March 1st is International Wheelchair Day, an annual day for wheelchair users to celebrate the positive impact a wheelchair has on their lives. First launched in 2008, it is a day for celebration across the world.

Snowed In

In some of my previous blogs, I have mentioned that inclement weather can be especially tough for a person with a physical disability. Living in Southern Ontario, we are somewhat prone to 1 or 2 large snow storms every winter...

My Disability Activism -
Part 1

It took me a long time to become comfortable enough talking about my disability. I am 33 years old now...

A Little Bit of Self-Advocacy Goes a Long Way

My house is across the street from a convenience store, which is fantastic! Whenever I need something in a pinch...

The Search For An Accessible Van

Well, after almost a year of searching, my fiancee and I have found the perfect minivan to accommodate my Quantum Edge 3 Stretto power wheelchair! It has been a long and sometimes...

My Accessible Pandemic

The lifting of restrictions around the world is no doubt a huge sigh of relief for everyone! For some however, life in lockdown presented a new plane of accessibility. Disability activist Ruby Jones recently started the...

Firing Up The Grill

If you’ve been following along on the @canquantumrehab (or even my personal @jaredway account), you’ve probably noticed by now that one of my favourite things to do is cook - especially BBQing!

Why Life is Easier Now

Happy New Years! As I sit back and reflect on the craziness that was 2020, one of the things I am most thankful for is my Stretto, which I received this past...

Maintaining my Stretto

I think of my Quantum Edge 3 Stretto with iLevel as an extension of myself. It is a crucial part of my independence and day-to-day life, and because of that, it is extremely important to always make sure that it is in perfect working order and maintained as well as possible.

Looking Forward to My First Winter in My Stretto

“Looking forward to winter” isn’t exactly a phrase you would normally hear me say often. As a disabled person, the season upon us presents quite a few challenges both mentally and physically (at least to myself).

Why I Love My New Quantum Back-Up Camera

Last week I was fortunate to have the brand new Quantum Rehab back-up camera installed on my Edge 3 Stretto power wheelchair.

The Freedom to Play With My Nephew

One of the biggest joys of my life has been watching my brother’s son grow up. He will turn 4 years old on Christmas day this year, and I can honestly say that seeing him develop into the smart...

Planning An Accessible Wedding

I got engaged in May of 2019 on a trip to Boston, Massachusetts. My girlfriend (and now fiancee) had taken a trip there to go see one of our favourite musical artists, Frank Turner, play a few concerts.