Power To Be COVID 19 Update

Power To Be understands that we all need to work together continue to limit transmission to COVID 19, protect those living with health considerations, and prevent community transmission. On November 7th the BC Government announced new restrictions for residents within the Fraser Health and Vancouver Coastal Health regions. This includes everyone within the Lower Mainland, from Agassiz to the Sunshine Coast to Whistler. Between November 7th and the 23rd, people in these regions cannot have gatherings within their homes or outside.

Power To Summit Vancouver Climbs to Success!

From September 18th to September 27th, teams of 4 were challenged to cumulatively complete the elevation of Mount Kilimanjaro, an impressive 5895 metres. Working together towards a common goal, 33 teams were determined to push their limits in support of Power To Be as they fundraised, dressed up, danced, and climbed their ways to the summit.

The Canadian Disability Hall of Fame recognizes Tim Cormode, Power To Be’s CEO.

Power To Be is proud to announce that our CEO, Tim Cormode, will be inducted in the Canadian Disability Hall of Fame at Metro Hall in Toronto on October 29th. This tremendous honour and accomplishment come from Tim’s considerable contributions that he has made throughout his life in the world of youth and families with barriers.

Power To Summit Victoria Virtual Expedition raises over $119,000!

On Thursday, June 18th at 4:00 pm, Power To Be kicked off our very first Power To Summit. This event was designed as a virtual expedition, challenging teams of 4 people to cumulatively complete the elevation of Mount Kilimanjaro, an impressive 5895 meters, within 72 hours!

An Update on our In-Person Programming 

As the season begins to shift, we are beginning to foresee what recovery and redesign looks like for our future. Thanks to our collective efforts, the flattening of the curve, slowly, and very carefully we can get back to offering programs in a reduced capacity. As we know there is a tremendous amount of physical and psychological health benefits to participating in outdoor activities and connecting to natural spaces and places.

Power To Be’s Response to COVID-19

Our community's health and safety is our top priority. For this reason, we will be suspending our programs for the next 4 weeks. Read the full letter from CEO, Tim Cormode, who addresses the impact of COVID-19 on Power To Be.

Have A Go Day on February 29th

We are happy to announce our first Have A Go Day of 2020, which will be held at our Prospect Lake site on Saturday, February 29th. We will be offering a variety of activities such as hiking, paddlesports, and nature exploration. We can't wait to get outside and adventure with you!

Power To Fish 2019: A World-Class Experience with a Powerful Impact

Rocky shorelines, raw wilderness, and pristine pacific waters brimming with fish. Those who have the opportunity to stay at the Langara Fishing Adventures lodge in Haida Gwaii are guaranteed an amazing trip. But to stay there with 32 people from around the world, all with a shared love of fishing, and shared values of inclusion, is truly the experience of a lifetime.

Supporters connect with nature and adventure out on the slopes

In early April, a cat-ski adventure with over 40 of our supporters was held at Mustang Powder in the Monashee mountains near Revelstoke, B.C., with proceeds going to programs. This event is a chance for supporters of Power To Be to deepen their understanding of what we do, while pushing their own limits out in nature.