Want To Be A Participant?

CRIS requires participants to have a disability that restricts their ability to explore the outdoors on their own and to have a desire to enjoy the benefits of fresh air and Mother Nature in her natural surroundings. From casual strolls through inner city parks and lakes to full-on backcountry and sea kayaking expeditions, CRIS has programs to suit all interest levels.

The following is an example of some of the types of disabilities CRIS has adapted its programs for on a regular basis:

CRIS requires all individuals who require full-time care-aide assistance to provide a care aide during any CRIS programs. If you are unable to provide a care aide who is capable of participating in a specific program, please notify the program coordinator and alternative arrangements will be considered.

Photos

Community Recreational Initiatives Society realizes the programs offered are of major significance in the participants' lives and therefore wants to ensure that their experiences are ones they can share with family and friends. The society makes it possible for people participating in our programs to have their experiences video-taped and/or photographed. For further details contact a society representative.

Professional Care

When deemed necessary by Community Recreational Initiatives Society or the participant, the society will solicit the services of medical and special needs professionals to accompany the participant on his/her outing. Types of trained professionals who could assist in the well being of the participant, as required, are physiotherapists, massage therapists, occupational therapists, and interpreters, among others.

To sign up to be a participant, please fill out all of the forms below and  fax to:  1-866-903-3383

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If you wish to drop the forms off in person, please contact Katie at: 250-979-3941

Download the C.R.I.S. Waiver Form

Download the C.R.I.S. Personal Medical and Health Form

Download the C.R.I.S. Photo Release and Cancellation Acknowledgement Form

If you are already a Participant and would like to sign up for a specific event(s), Click Here to fill out the following form.

Please view the Schedule to view the date and time of our events.