Miss Wheelchair Canada

08/31/2026

This photograph makes the invitation genuinely personal because it shows you already claiming your place on the runway.


✨ THIS IS ME ON THE RUNWAY ✨

When I look at this photograph from my fashion show in 2018, I do not see a woman defined by her wheelchair.

I see a woman feeling beautiful, feminine, confident, and free.

I want other people to experience that feeling too.

My name is Olesia Kornienko. I am the Founder and President of Miss Wheelchair Canada, and I am creating Fashion Without Barriers—an inclusive fashion show planned for November 2026 in Vancouver.

For me, this show is deeply personal.

As a woman who uses a wheelchair and needs assistance with dressing, I cannot choose clothing based only on whether I like it. I must also consider whether it will be comfortable while sitting, work with my wheelchair, and be easy enough for my caregiver to help me put on.

But why should disability mean giving up beauty, elegance, individuality, or style?

With Fashion Without Barriers, I want to create a runway where people with disabilities and people without disabilities are seen together—not separated, compared, or placed into different categories.

I am looking for people who use wheelchairs and able-bodied people who would like to participate in this special show.

You do not need to look like a traditional model. You do not need runway experience. You only need the courage to be yourself and the desire to help us change the way society sees beauty and disability.

Maybe you have always dreamed of being on a runway.

Maybe fashion has never made space for your body.

Or maybe you simply believe that beauty belongs to everyone.

If any part of this speaks to you, I would love to hear from you.

📍 Vancouver, BC
📅 November 2026
📩 To participate, please send a private message to Miss Wheelchair Canada. Introduce yourself and tell me why you would like to join Fashion Without Barriers.

Let us create a runway where everyone can walk or roll with confidence—and where every person has the freedom to decide how they want the world to see them.

With love,
Olesia Kornienko
Founder and President
Miss Wheelchair Canada

06/29/2026

Hello everyone,

We are honored to be featured in the June 2026 edition of Balance magazine!

We’re excited to share an article highlighting the story behind Miss Wheelchair Canada and our mission to redefine what it means to be seen.

“Beyond the Chair: A Story About Being Seen” by me, Olesia Kornienko is a personal reflection on visibility, belonging, and the importance of creating spaces where women who use wheelchairs are recognized for their humanity, strength, and potential.

A heartfelt thank you to Balance Magazine and Technology for Living for providing a platform to share our story and the vision behind this movement.

Read the full article here:
https://issuu.com/technologyforliving/docs/balance_26_june_2026

Together, we’re challenging stereotypes, celebrating disability pride, and building a future where everyone has the opportunity to be seen not for their wheelchair, but for who they are.

06/23/2026

BEAUTY BEYOND STEREOTYPES
Have you ever wanted to celebrate yourself, embrace your confidence, and see your beauty through a new lens?
We are excited to announce Beauty Beyond Stereotypes, a special contest offering one fully sponsored professional bo***ir photography experience for a woman who uses a wheelchair.
This experience is about confidence, self-expression, empowerment, and challenging the stereotypes that society often places on women with disabilities.
How to Enter
1️⃣ Follow our social media pages. https://www.facebook.com/MissWheelchairCanada https://www.instagram.com/misswheelchaircanada/?hl=es
2️⃣ Like and share this post.
3️⃣ Submit a short paragraph or video answering:
"What would this experience mean to you and why would you like to participate?"
📅 Submission Deadline: 15 July 2026
Final Selection Process
A panel will select three finalists based on authenticity, positivity, and personal impact.
The finalists will then be featured on our social media channels (with your consent), where our community will help choose the winner through likes and reactions.
🏆 Grand Prize
A fully sponsored professional bo***ir photography session.
We believe beauty comes in many forms, and every woman deserves the opportunity to feel seen, celebrated, and empowered.
We can't wait to hear your stories and celebrate the incredible women in our community.
***irphotographyreading

06/15/2026

What an incredible day at Connectra!

We had the opportunity to connect with so many amazing people, share the mission of Miss Wheelchair Canada, and meet women interested in participating in our future events and pageant. We were also inspired by the support of community members, volunteers, and advocates who believe in creating a more inclusive world.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, shared their stories, followed our journey, and showed their support. Every conversation reminds us why representation, empowerment, and community matter.

We are excited for what is ahead and look forward to staying connected with all the wonderful people we met today!

04/30/2026

What if you were part of a space where you are truly seen, heard, and valued?

At Miss Wheelchair Canada, we are building a community for women who use wheelchairs — and for everyone who wants to support, connect, and grow together.

💬 A space to share, uplift one another, and feel a true sense of belonging.

🤍 No matter your journey, your story matters.

✨ You belong here.

📩 Reach out to us to learn more.

04/30/2026

Et si vous faisiez partie d’un espace où vous êtes vraiment vue, entendue et valorisée ?

Chez Miss Wheelchair Canada, nous créons une communauté pour les femmes en fauteuil roulant — et pour toutes les personnes qui souhaitent soutenir, connecter et grandir ensemble.

Un espace pour partager, se soutenir et avancer avec confiance.

Peu importe votre parcours, votre histoire compte.

Vous avez votre place ici.

Contactez-nous pour en savoir plus.

12/01/2025

11/26/2025

We are bringing together the amazing women who took part in the Miss Wheelchair Canada Calendar for a special holiday gathering — and the launch of a meaningful new initiative:

💗 Women’s Health in Motion
A project dedicated to preventive health and empowering women in wheelchairs to be seen, heard, and taken seriously in healthcare.

Join us for:
☕ Hot chocolate welcome
🎙️ Inspiring talks
💬 Women’s health awareness
🎲 Fun activity
📸 Calendar Presentation Ceremony
🎁 Surprise gift package!

📅 December 7
🕐 1–3 pm
📍 Roundhouse Community Centre (accessible)

Let’s celebrate beauty, wellness, resilience — and the beginning of a movement.
We would love to see you there! 💪💗🧑‍🦽

11/20/2025

GREAT NEWS EVERYONE!!!
Pre-orders for the Miss Wheelchair Canada 2026 Calendar are now open, and this project means more to me than I can express with simple words.

All my life I have been fighting against disability stereotypes, hearing “you can’t” more often than “you can.”
It was so rare to find someone who recognized that my strength has never depended on my mobility, but on my spirit. And even rarer to see women in wheelchairs represented anywhere in media, in beauty, in leadership.
That absence made me feel like we didn’t exist in the world’s eyes and I want to change that, with your help!
This calendar is a voice.
A voice for every woman who has been overlooked.
A voice for every girl who wonders if she will ever be seen.
A voice that whispers:
“Yes. You matter. You are beautiful. You belong in the spotlight too.”
Creating this calendar is one way of giving back to the girl I once was, who didn’t feel represented.
Today, I refuse to let anyone feel that way again.
If you want to support this mission and help us bring representation where it barely exists, you can pre-order your calendar now:
https://forms.gle/7XUjgMrtcu8NA9Mk8
Price: $25
FREE pickup in Vancouver
Delivery/shipping available (small extra fee)
Every pre-order brings us one step closer to showing Canada that beauty, strength, and confidence come in all forms, including wheels.
Thank you for believing in this project and helping me keep this dream alive.
With so much gratitude,
Olesia

11/18/2025

GREAT NEWS EVERYONE!!!

I want to share something very close to my heart…

Pre-orders for the Miss Wheelchair Canada 2026 Calendar are now open, and this project means more to me than I can express with simple words.

All my life I have been fighting against disability stereotypes, hearing “you can’t” more often than “you can.”
It was so rare to find someone who recognized that my strength has never depended on my mobility, but on my spirit. And even rarer to see women in wheelchairs represented anywhere in media, in beauty, in leadership.

That absence made me feel like we didn’t exist in the world’s eyes and I want to change that, with your help!

This calendar is a voice.
A voice for every woman who has been overlooked.
A voice for every girl who wonders if she will ever be seen.

A voice that whispers:
“Yes. You matter. You are beautiful. You belong in the spotlight too.”

Creating this calendar is one way of giving back to the girl I once was, who didn't feel represented.
Today, I refuse to let anyone feel that way again.

If you want to support this mission and help us bring representation where it barely exists, you can pre-order your calendar now:

https://forms.gle/7XUjgMrtcu8NA9Mk8
Price: $25
FREE pickup in Vancouver
Delivery/shipping available (small extra fee)

Every pre-order brings us one step closer to showing Canada that beauty, strength, and confidence come in all forms, including wheels.

Thank you for believing in this project and helping me keep this dream alive.

With so much gratitude,
Olesia

Thank you for supporting the Miss Wheelchair Canada Calendar 2026! Each calendar costs $25. Pre-ordering helps us avoid unnecessary printing costs and ensures we print only what’s needed. We’ll contact you once your order is ready.