My Life Without Limits

Alyssa Spencer works with a government accredited service dog agency and shares stories with us about working with the dogs. 

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My Life Without Limits is a podcast from Cerebral Palsy Alberta.

Music from Soundstripe: Astro Jetson by Mikey Geiger

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Carlos is a Hispanic male with cerebral palsy. He has short dark hair, dark eyes, some facial goatee hair, and uses crutches/canes to help him walk. In this episode he was wearing a black shirt and black headphones.

Leah is a white female with shoulder length red hair, freckles, green eyes, wears glasses and is able bodied. In this episode she was wearing a cheetah print shirt with a pink cardigan.

Follow us on Instagram @mylifewithoutlimitspodcast

Support our podcast by buying us a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mlwlpodcast

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We acknowledge that what we call Alberta is the traditional and ancestral territory of many peoples, presently subject to Treaties 6, 7, and 8. Namely: the Blackfoot Confederacy – Kainai, Piikani, and Siksika – the Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, Stoney Nakoda, and the Tsuu T’ina Nation and the Métis People of Alberta. This includes the Métis Settlements and the Six Regions of the Métis Nation of Alberta within the historical Northwest Metis Homeland. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit who have lived in and cared for these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We make this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

Reach Higher is an aide recruitment and respite service in Calgary, AB that strives to assist families of children and youth with disabilities with locating the perfect aide and supports for their child. Inviting professionals to work in your home can be an intimidating experience and you want to be 100% sure the person you are choosing is going to be reliable, trustworthy, and experienced.

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My Life Without Limits is a podcast from Cerebral Palsy Alberta.

Music from Soundstripe: Astro Jetson by Mikey Geiger

https://app.soundstripe.com/royalty-free-music

Carlos is a Hispanic male with cerebral palsy. He has short dark hair, dark eyes, some facial goatee hair, and uses crutches/canes to help him walk. In this episode he was wearing a black shirt and black headphones.

Leah is a white female with shoulder length red hair, freckles, green eyes, wears glasses and is able bodied. In this episode she was wearing a cheetah print shirt with a pink cardigan.

Follow us on Instagram @mylifewithoutlimitspodcast

Support our podcast by buying us a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mlwlpodcast

[email protected] for any questions!

We acknowledge that what we call Alberta is the traditional and ancestral territory of many peoples, presently subject to Treaties 6, 7, and 8. Namely: the Blackfoot Confederacy – Kainai, Piikani, and Siksika – the Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, Stoney Nakoda, and the Tsuu T’ina Nation and the Métis People of Alberta. This includes the Métis Settlements and the Six Regions of the Métis Nation of Alberta within the historical Northwest Metis Homeland. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit who have lived in and cared for these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We make this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

Sean Towgood is the Creator, Writer, Co-Executive Producer and Star of You’re My Hero, coming out on March 24, 2023 on CBC Gem. Sean is also an actor whose credits include Doctor Barnardo's Children and The Last Green Hill for 4th Line Theatre.  He played a leading role in 4th Line's premiere production of Wounded Soldiers and later toured Ontario with the play.  He wrote and performed his short solo piece, My Life on the Short Bus, for the Soulo Festival in Toronto.  In his spare time he has done play by play for Humber Sports, and some stand up comedy. Sean is the recipient of a silver Emerge Media Award for the radio documentary, Stigma.  

Kevin Wallis is a Writer, Showrunner, Executive Producer and Co-Founder at Longhope Media Inc., where he oversees and develops Longhope's slate of original properties. Recent credits include: the CSA-nominated sitcom Second Jen seasons 1-3 (City TV, OMNI), the digital series Newborn Moms seasons 1-2 (CBC, ABC), My Kitchen Can Be Anything (CBC Comedy), the documentaries Why Horror? (Super Channel, Showtime, documentary channel, Shudder), Greenwich Village: Music That Defined A Generation (PBS), Abroad (Rogers Sports & Media) and You're My Hero (CBC Gem).  Kevin was also Showrunner for the highly successful Air Farce specials 2009-2019 (CBC).

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My Life Without Limits is a podcast from Cerebral Palsy Alberta.

Music from Soundstripe

Astro Jetson by Mikey Geiger

https://app.soundstripe.com/royalty-free-music

Carlos is a Hispanic male with cerebral palsy. He has short dark hair, dark eyes, some facial goatee hair, and uses crutches/canes to help him walk. In this episode he was wearing a black shirt and black headphones.

Leah is a white female with shoulder length red hair, freckles, green eyes, wears glasses and is able bodied. In this episode she was wearing a cheetah print shirt with a pink cardigan.

Follow us on Instagram @mylifewithoutlimitspodcast

Support our podcast by buying us a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mlwlpodcast

[email protected] for any questions!

We acknowledge that what we call Alberta is the traditional and ancestral territory of many peoples, presently subject to Treaties 6, 7, and 8. Namely: the Blackfoot Confederacy – Kainai, Piikani, and Siksika – the Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, Stoney Nakoda, and the Tsuu T’ina Nation and the Métis People of Alberta. This includes the Métis Settlements and the Six Regions of the Métis Nation of Alberta within the historical Northwest Metis Homeland. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit who have lived in and cared for these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We make this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

Kiaira Fedorus is a disability advocate, who has spastic hemiplegia Cerebral Palsy. She’s currently enrolled at Norquest College, and turning 21 in a few months. In 2020 she started posting about her disability on Tiktok, and through the years has gained significant following across her social networks. Often her content is about how she struggles with societal norms, ableism and how CP affects her daily life. Her goal is to show people that disability doesn’t define ability.

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My Life Without Limits is a podcast from Cerebral Palsy Alberta.

Music: Positive Fuse by French Fuse

Carlos is a Hispanic male with cerebral palsy. He has short dark hair, dark eyes, some facial goatee hair, and uses crutches/canes to help him walk. In this episode he was wearing a grey shirt and black headphones.

Leah is a white female with chin length red hair, freckles, green eyes, wears glasses and is able bodied. In this episode she was wearing a green camo print long sleeved shirt.

Follow us on Instagram @mylifewithoutlimitspodcast

Support our podcast by buying us a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mlwlpodcast

[email protected] for any questions!

We acknowledge that what we call Alberta is the traditional and ancestral territory of many peoples, presently subject to Treaties 6, 7, and 8. Namely: the Blackfoot Confederacy – Kainai, Piikani, and Siksika – the Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, Stoney Nakoda, and the Tsuu T’ina Nation and the Métis People of Alberta. This includes the Métis Settlements and the Six Regions of the Métis Nation of Alberta within the historical Northwest Metis Homeland. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit who have lived in and cared for these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We make this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

Born and raised in Edmonton, Zachary has been a spokesperson on disability issues since he was young. He has consulted on a variety of building developments, including the Glenrose's Bill Black Auditorium, the Walterdale Theatre and Rogers Place.

My Life Without Limits is a podcast from Cerebral Palsy Alberta.

Music: Positive Fuse by French Fuse

Carlos is a Hispanic male with cerebral palsy. He has short dark hair, dark eyes, some facial goatee hair, and uses crutches/canes to help him walk. In this episode he was wearing a grey shirt and black headphones.

Leah is a white female with chin length red hair, freckles, green eyes, wears glasses and is able bodied. In this episode she was wearing a green camo print long sleeved shirt.

Follow us on Instagram @mylifewithoutlimitspodcast

Support our podcast by buying us a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mlwlpodcast

[email protected] for any questions!

We acknowledge that what we call Alberta is the traditional and ancestral territory of many peoples, presently subject to Treaties 6, 7, and 8. Namely: the Blackfoot Confederacy – Kainai, Piikani, and Siksika – the Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, Stoney Nakoda, and the Tsuu T’ina Nation and the Métis People of Alberta. This includes the Métis Settlements and the Six Regions of the Métis Nation of Alberta within the historical Northwest Metis Homeland. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit who have lived in and cared for these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We make this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

Dr Alisha Rai, is a South African born family physician and co-founder of Hope for Cerebral Palsy and author of Mighty Mr. Aiden. Hope for Cerebral Palsy's mission is to enrich and support the lives of children affected with cerebral palsy and their families by proving access to private early intervention therapies so that they can achieve their full potential. They also aim to promote awareness and understanding of cerebral palsy and to increase inclusivity towards people living with disabilities.

Dr. Alisha has long black hair and light brown skin. Her hair is covering her shirt. 

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My Life Without Limits is a podcast from Cerebral Palsy Alberta.

Music: Positive Fuse by French Fuse

Carlos is a Hispanic male with cerebral palsy. He has short dark hair, dark eyes, some facial goatee hair, and uses crutches/canes to help him walk. In this episode he was wearing a  grey shirt and black headphones.

Leah is a white female with chin length red hair, freckles, green eyes, wears glasses and is able bodied. In this episode she was wearing a green camo print long sleeved shirt.

Follow us on Instagram @mylifewithoutlimitspodcast

Support our podcast by buying us a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mlwlpodcast

[email protected] for any questions!

We acknowledge that what we call Alberta is the traditional and ancestral territory of many peoples, presently subject to Treaties 6, 7, and 8. Namely: the Blackfoot Confederacy – Kainai, Piikani, and Siksika – the Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, Stoney Nakoda, and the Tsuu T’ina Nation and the Métis People of Alberta. This includes the Métis Settlements and the Six Regions of the Métis Nation of Alberta within the historical Northwest Metis Homeland. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit who have lived in and cared for these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We make this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

Kello Inclusive is a talent agency exclusively representing disabled and visibly different talent; because the beauty of disabilities, diversities, and differences deserves to be represented fairly and fully.

How it all began: A couple of years ago, after getting their disabled daughter Kelty involved in modelling, her parents, Katie and Austin, quickly discovered how unaccustomed the fashion & marketing world was to working with kids like Kelty and how rare it was to see fair, tasteful, and professional representation of people with disabilities. Recognizing the importance of growing up in a world where the beauty of disability is represented and portrayed accurately, they have started Canada's first inclusive talent agency - Kello Inclusive - that exclusively represents/promotes/advocates for disabled talent. Kello's mission is two-fold:  1) to ensure brands and companies realize how important it is to include disabled talent in their marketing material, and 2) to allow disabled people to feel like modelling is a viable, sought-after, and important career path. Kello has worked with a growing list of inclusive brands in both Edmonton and Vancouver (Explore Alberta, Elections Alberta, Vessi, Emmy Deveaux, Kind Ice Cream, Track n' Trail, The Skinny and more) and have plans to keep growing nationally.

Katie has medium length dark hair with bangs and wears glasses. She was wearing a grey swearer in this episode. 

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My Life Without Limits is a podcast from Cerebral Palsy Alberta.

Music: Positive Fuse by French Fuse

Carlos is a Hispanic male with cerebral palsy. He has short dark hair, dark eyes, some facial goatee hair, and uses crutches/canes to help him walk. In this episode he was wearing a black shirt and green headphones.

Leah is a white female with chin length red hair, freckles, green eyes, wears glasses and is able bodied. In this episode she was wearing a light grey coloured shirt.

Follow us on Instagram @mylifewithoutlimitspodcast

Support our podcast by buying us a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mlwlpodcast

[email protected] for any questions!

We acknowledge that what we call Alberta is the traditional and ancestral territory of many peoples, presently subject to Treaties 6, 7, and 8. Namely: the Blackfoot Confederacy – Kainai, Piikani, and Siksika – the Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, Stoney Nakoda, and the Tsuu T’ina Nation and the Métis People of Alberta. This includes the Métis Settlements and the Six Regions of the Métis Nation of Alberta within the historical Northwest Metis Homeland. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit who have lived in and cared for these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We make this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

Ever wonder how a dog sees the world? Find out by reading the story of Shadow, and his owner and very own “superhero”, Charlotte. Their adventure takes them many places in one day as Shadow goes with Charlotte throughout their town to mail a letter, cross a busy street, water flowers at Nana’s house and return a library book. While at the library, Charlotte meets a curious boy named Nathan who wonders why he can’t bring his dog to the library. That’s when Shadow learns about his power and how he helps Charlotte. Shadow also learns to appreciate his name as he goes wherever Charlotte goes.

Christine Quaglia is a full-time Social Worker and a part-time Writer. She loves to write about what affects all of our lives. She has done a TedX talk on language and the perception of disability as well as written about her own personal experience of being born with a congenital neuromuscular disorder that requires her to use a wheelchair and receive various forms of assistance.

Anne-Marie DePape is a Developmental Psychologist, specializing in disability studies across the lifespan. Anne-Marie received her PhD from McMaster University and trained at world renowned institutions including Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Rotman Research Institute at Baycrest Hospital and Max Planck Institute for Psycholinguistics. Anne-Marie has worked in healthcare and education settings over the years, with her most recent position at Mohawk College where she is a full-time faculty member in the Department of Community Studies. Anne-Marie is passionate about creating early learning opportunities for children, whether it be through STEM activities or teaching children about the brain or emotion regulation.

Christine has light brown hair with bangs and black glasses. 

Anne-Marie has long blonde hair and is wearing a black and white striped long sleeve shirt. 

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My Life Without Limits is a podcast from Cerebral Palsy Alberta.

Music: Positive Fuse by French Fuse

Carlos is a Hispanic male with cerebral palsy. He has short dark hair, dark eyes, some facial goatee hair, and uses crutches/canes to help him walk. In this episode he was wearing a blue and white checked zip up with a light blue shirt and green headphones.

Leah is a white female with chin length red hair, freckles, green eyes, wears glasses and is able bodied. In this episode she was wearing a blue coloured shirt.

Follow us on Instagram @mylifewithoutlimitspodcast

Support our podcast by buying us a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mlwlpodcast

[email protected] for any questions!

We acknowledge that what we call Alberta is the traditional and ancestral territory of many peoples, presently subject to Treaties 6, 7, and 8. Namely: the Blackfoot Confederacy – Kainai, Piikani, and Siksika – the Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, Stoney Nakoda, and the Tsuu T’ina Nation and the Métis People of Alberta. This includes the Métis Settlements and the Six Regions of the Métis Nation of Alberta within the historical Northwest Metis Homeland. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit who have lived in and cared for these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We make this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

Shift Accessibility Contractors Ltd. is a general contracting company specializing in accessible and universal construction for homes and businesses throughout Calgary. They work directly with occupational therapists, homeowners, architects, and businesses to modify environments, making them accessible and more inclusive for people of all abilities!

Griffin is a white male with short brown hair. In this episode he is wearing a white t-shirt and has glasses on. 

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My Life Without Limits is a podcast from Cerebral Palsy Alberta.

Music: Positive Fuse by French Fuse

Carlos is a Hispanic male with cerebral palsy. He has short dark hair, dark eyes, some facial goatee hair, and uses crutches/canes to help him walk. In this episode he was wearing a black tee shirt and green headphones.

Leah is a white female with chin length red hair, freckles, green eyes, wears glasses and is able bodied. In this episode she was wearing a tan coloured shirt.

Follow us on Instagram @mylifewithoutlimitspodcast

Support our podcast by buying us a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mlwlpodcast

[email protected] for any questions!

We acknowledge that what we call Alberta is the traditional and ancestral territory of many peoples, presently subject to Treaties 6, 7, and 8. Namely: the Blackfoot Confederacy – Kainai, Piikani, and Siksika – the Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, Stoney Nakoda, and the Tsuu T’ina Nation and the Métis People of Alberta. This includes the Métis Settlements and the Six Regions of the Métis Nation of Alberta within the historical Northwest Metis Homeland. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit who have lived in and cared for these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We make this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

As dedicated health advocates, Swathi and Shurabi Anphalagan hope to use their passion for health, digital arts, and activism to bridge the gaps in our healthcare systems. What better way to blend these interests than writing, illustrating, designing, and publishing children’s books!

Both Swathi and Shurabi have black hair nd wear glasses. Their hair is tied back in low ponytails. Shurabi is wearing a white shirt and Swathi a pink shirt.

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My Life Without Limits is a podcast from Cerebral Palsy Alberta.

Music: Positive Fuse by French Fuse

Carlos is a Hispanic male with cerebral palsy. He has short dark hair, dark eyes, some facial goatee hair, and uses crutches/canes to help him walk. In this episode he was wearing a black tee shirt and green headphones.

Leah is a white female with chin length red hair, freckles, green eyes, wears glasses and is able bodied. In this episode she was wearing a grey and black shirt.

Follow us on Instagram @mylifewithoutlimitspodcast

Support our podcast by buying us a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mlwlpodcast

[email protected] for any questions!

We acknowledge that what we call Alberta is the traditional and ancestral territory of many peoples, presently subject to Treaties 6, 7, and 8. Namely: the Blackfoot Confederacy – Kainai, Piikani, and Siksika – the Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, Stoney Nakoda, and the Tsuu T’ina Nation and the Métis People of Alberta. This includes the Métis Settlements and the Six Regions of the Métis Nation of Alberta within the historical Northwest Metis Homeland. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit who have lived in and cared for these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We make this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.