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Mixed Ability TRY Golf Event – Invitation

Ontario Para Network & Golf Ontario have partnered to build a strong and more inclusive sport communities by introducing opportunities for participation in the sport of GOLF.

As an Ontario Para Network athlete, we would like to cordially invited to attend our first trial event

Mixed Ability Try Golf Event

Centennial Park Golf Centre

550 Centennial Park Blvd. Etobicoke

Sunday, October 23, 2023

SCHEDULE:

9:30am – Arrival & registration

10:00 am – Mixed Ability Clinic & Instruction

  • Led by EDGA-trained PGA of Canada instructor
  • Demonstration of multiple adaptive techniques
  • Equipment overview
  • One-on-one instruction

12:00pm – Lunch

Each participant will receive a gift package from Golf Ontario partners

NOTE: Your feedback before, during, and following the event is greatly appreciated as we continue to evolve and improve how adaptive golf is introduced and taught in the future.

 

 To register contact Doug Hannum – doug@onpara.ca 

 

Notice of Annual General Meeting

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The Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday November 10, 2020 at 6:30pm. The meeting will be held virtually over Zoom.

To nominate a member in good standing, please use this 2020 Board of Directors Nomination Form.

The AGENDA AGM 2019-20_Nov_10_2020 can be found by clicking on the link.

Nominations are due November 2, 2020

Notice of Annual General Meeting

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Posted on Wednesday, October 16th, 2019.

The Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday November 19, 2019 at 6:30pm at the offices of the Ontario Para Network: 100 Sunrise Avenue, Suite 101 Toronto Ontario M4A 1B3.

To nominate a member in good standing, please use this 2019 Board of Directors Nomination Form.

The AGENDA_AGM_2018-19 – Nov 19 2019 can be found by clicking on the link.

Nominations are due November 5, 2019

Notice of Annual General Meeting

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The Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday November 27, 2018 at 6:30pm at the offices of the Ontario Wheelchair Sports Association: 100 Sunrise Avenue, Suite 101 Toronto Ontario M4A 1B3.

Nomination forms can be found on our Board of Directors page in the ‘About Us’ section of our website.

Nominations are due November 15, 2018

Funeral Service for Ken Thom

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On September 24, 2017 in Cape Town, South Africa. Loving husband of Karen. Cherished father of Christopher and his wife Bonnie, Stephanie and her husband Nicolas and Curtis. Beloved grandpa of Riley, Alexis and Maleia (who were the center of Ken’s universe) and one yet to be born to Stephanie in January. Dear brother of Larry, Pearl, Phil and Jo.

Many of you will also be aware of Ken’s love of sport and especially his commitment to coaching Paralympic athletes where he coached Bermuda in the London Paralympics in 2012. Who will ever forget the sight of Ken in his pink Bermuda shorts at the opening ceremony?

Ken was a member of the Canadian Paralympic Committee and coached his son Curtis, who is a Canadian National wheelchair athlete at the 2016 games in Rio. Ken also had a great love of football, which he coached in Streetsville-Meadowvale for many years.

Visitation will be held on Sunday October 15, 2017 from 1-3 pm at St. John’s Dixie Cemetery & Crematorium, 737 Dundas St. E., Mississauga, Ontario. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel at St. John’s Dixie on Monday October 16, 2017 at 2pm, with visitation one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Ontario Wheelchair Sports Association 100 Sunrise Ave. Unit 101, Toronto, ON M4A 1B3 or the Cruisers Sports for the Physically Disabled 9-6975 Meadowvale Town Centre Circle, Suite 158, Mississauga, ON L5N 2V7. Click here to donate to the Ontario Wheelchair Sports Association. Click here to donate to Cruisers Sports

The above announcement was copied from the Tranquility website: http://www.tranquilitycremation.com/thom-ken-cstj/

We are honoured that Ken’s family has chosen us as a possible recipient for donations in Ken’s memory. Ken was the driving force and the heart of our association. 

We’re hiring!

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We are looking for a new Program Coordinator. The successful, motivated and enthusiastic candidate will be responsible for coordinating and managing wheelchair sport opportunities. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for delivering Bridging the Gap. Bridging the Gap is a National Program supported by the Canadian Wheelchair Sports Association, Tennis Canada and Wheelchair Basketball Canada. It is an outreach and education program that introduces people of all abilities to wheelchair sports. The Program Coordinator will take sport wheelchairs and other sports equipment to rehab hospitals, schools and community events to allow individuals to try our sports first-hand. The Coordinator will also manage our wheelchair loans program.

Full job description: Program_Coordinator_Oct_2017

Application deadline: 5:00pm, Monday October 16, 2017

The Ontario Wheelchair Sports Community Mourns the Loss of Ken Thom

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It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our President, Ken Thom.

Ken was the head of the OWSA but he was also the heart and soul of the organization. A tireless and dedicated volunteer, Ken served on the board of directors for decades and was a passionate advocate for sport opportunities for athletes with disabilities.

As a high performance coach, Ken created a program that allowed athletes to reach their full potential. He coached athletes at many National Championships, World Championships, Parapan Am and Paralympic Games. In addition to his coaching commitments, Ken somehow found time to dedicate to our association. Whether it was attending meetings, writing policies or running to raise money for our association, all we had to do was ask and Ken would be there. We will never be able to fill the void left by his passing.

Anyone that knew him, knew that Ken was more than a coach. He was a mentor, teacher, role model, confidant and friend. Our condolences go out to Jessica, Isaiah, Austin and all the athletes that had the privilege of calling him, “Coach”.

Our thoughts are with Karen, Christopher, Stephanie and Curtis at this very difficult time.

 

Wheelchair Rugby Referee Training

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Are you a wheelchair rugby fan looking to get involved in the sport? Why not get involved as a referee? Once trained, you can put your newly acquired skills to good use by volunteering at any of our weekly scrimmages in London, Markham, Belleville or Ottawa. Tournaments are run several times over the season and we’re always in need of trained officials. The cost of the course is $40 and a manual and lunches will be provided.

Date: Friday March 24th – Sunday March 26th

Time: Friday March 24th 6pm – 9pm,
Saturday March 25th 9am – 4pm,
Sunday March 26th 9am – 2pm

Location:
Friday March 24th – Best Western Hotel Belleville, Ontario

Saturday March 25 & Sunday March 26 – Quinte Secondary School, Belleville, Ontario

Register by March 17, 2017

Contact:
Laura Wilson
Laura@onpara.ca

 

Notice of AGM

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The Annual General Meeting will take place on Thursday November 3rd, 2016 at 6:30pm at the offices of the Ontario Wheelchair Sports Association: 100 Sunrise Avenue, Suite 101 Toronto Ontario M4A 1B3.

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Program Assistant (Summer Student)

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We’re looking for a summer student to assist with our education and outreach programs. Please click on the job posting for more information: Summer_Student_2016_OWSA

Deadline for applications is May 24, 2016.