Rick Hansen Foundation
Michelle Shalinsky is currently working at the Rick Hansen Foundation as the Manager of Accessibility Certification. Along with this role, Michelle has also held positions as a Senior Coordinator and Coordinator in the same field. Prior to this, Michelle was a Research Assistant/Project Coordinator at BC Children's Hospital and a Recreation Therapist at G.F Strong Rehabilitation Centre. Michelle has also worked as a Life Skills Worker and Behaviour Interventionist at posAbilitiesCA. Michelle has experience as a Behaviour Intervention Team Leader and as a Summer Student at Semiahmoo House Society. Michelle was also the Special Event Co-Founder/Coordinator for the Miles for Smiles Fundraiser. Michelle completed their Bachelor of Therapeutic Recreation at Douglas College and a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration at the Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University.
Rick Hansen Foundation
The Rick Hansen Foundation (RHF) is a registered Canadian charity that breaks down barriers for people with disabilities by changing attitudes, creating accessible spaces and inspiring an inclusive society. Established in 1988, following the completion of Rick Hansen’s Man In Motion World Tour, the Foundation continues to raise funds and awareness to create a world without barriers for people with disabilities. Our goal is to create an inclusive world where people with disabilities can reach their full potential. Today, there are more than 1.3 billion people living in the world with some form of a disability, and the numbers are growing. Around the world, people with disabilities not only face physical barriers but also social, economic and attitudinal barriers. We provide solutions to achieve real change through collaboration, partnerships and teamwork. While we have made great strides towards creating an accessible and inclusive world, our work is not yet done. Join our global movement to liberate the amazing potential of people with disabilities and ensure that everyone has an equal chance at participating fully in life.