CRIS Adaptive
Registered Name: COMMUNITY RECREATIONAL INITIATIVES SOCIETY
Business No: 870544715RR0001
This organization is designated by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) as a registered charity. They comply with the CRA's requirements and have been issued a charitable registration number.
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Adaptive Adventures creates access to outdoor recreation opportunities for people of all abilities.
Our Story
Founded in 2001 as Community Recreational Initiatives Society (CRIS), Adaptive Adventures was born from a simple belief: the outdoors belongs to everyone. Today, we bring that vision to life through three programs that make nature accessible, empowering people of all abilities to explore, connect, and thrive outside.
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Adaptive Outdoor Recreation (AOR) – local, day-based adventures
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Adaptive Wilderness Expeditions (AWE) – immersive, backcountry experiences
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Adaptive Rentals (AR) – adaptive equipment for independent exploration
2024 Impact
🌲 1,345 client outings ⏱️ 2,570 hours outdoors 💚 Countless moments of joy, sense of community, and empowerment.
Why Your Support Matters
Your donation creates life-changing outdoor experiences. It provides adaptive equipment, support teams, and first-time adventures that empower people of all abilities to explore, connect, and thrive.
Our Vision
A world without barriers, where everyone can experience the freedom and wellbeing of the outdoors.
Our Mission
To empower people of all abilities through outdoor programs that promote inclusion, independence, and mental wellbeing.
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