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Job Posting: Wheelchair Basketball Canada High Performance Coordinator
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High Performance Coordinator
Terms of Contract
Full-time position (40 hours per week);
Travel will be required;
Located at the WBC National Training Centre in Scarborough, Ont.
Wheelchair Basketball Canada (WBC) has an immediate opening for a dynamic, organized, and detail-oriented team player with solid communication and interpersonal skills to assist the organization in the full-time position of High Performance Coordinator.
The High Performance Coordinator will assist the High Performance Director, Head Coaches, and National Teams in achieving our objective of sustainable podium performances at World Championships and Paralympic Games.
This position requires a high level of coordination and support to the National Team coaches, athletes, and related committees, partners, and suppliers. In addition, the range of functions requires a solid understanding of the amateur sport community. The High Performance Coordinator works as a member of a team while at the same time is capable of working independently to advance projects and initiatives. The High Performance Coordinator will report to the High Performance Director.
For more information and application details, please view the full Job Posting.
Contact:
Jeff Dunbrack
High Performance Director
Wheelchair Basketball Canada
jdunbrack@wheelchairbasketball.ca
About Wheelchair Basketball Canada
Wheelchair Basketball Canada is the national sports governing body responsible for the organization of the sport in Canada. It is a non-profit, charitable organization that is committed to excellence in the development, support and promotion of wheelchair basketball programs and services for all Canadians from grassroots to high performance. Wheelchair basketball is a fast-paced, hard-hitting, competitive sport in which Canada is held in high esteem around the world for winning a combined six gold, one silver, and one bronze medal in the last seven Paralympic Games.
For more information, visit: www.wheelchairbasketball.ca
Casting Call: Kids with Disabilities for CBC Kids Program
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CBC Kids is looking for outgoing kids to participate in an upcoming program which helps kids and families recognize, talk about, and take action against racism.
Seeking kids 5-8 years of age of all ethnicities, genders, and abilities
Submission Information:
Record a 1 minute video of your child with name, age, and location, telling us how to be a good friend.
Send to Marjorie Lecker, Casting Director, at mlecker@sympatico.ca
Shoot date is January 20, 2022 in Toronto (TBC)
Casting Call: Athletes With Physical Disabilities
Leave a CommentPowerhouse Casting seeking individuals with a physical disability who play sports
Powerhouse Casting in Toronto is seeking athletes who have a physical disability for a National credit card commercial.
The right candidates are between the ages of 13 to 50. We are looking for all genders and ethnicities. Seeking individuals who have a physical disability who play sports of any kind. Open to folks who are amputees with a prosthetic device and those who play a wheelchair sport – bonus if you are a Paralympian but please do not limit, we would be open to all levels of experience.
Compensation: If selected, this pays approximately $1,500 to $2,400.
Requirements:
- Production and talent to follow COVID rules on set.
- COVID test will be required.
- This is an ACTRA job. Non-union members can also apply.
Availability:
- Self-tapes – no later than November 8 at 9am
- Callbacks – November 10 and 11
- Wardrobe – November 15
- Covid Test – November 15 TBC
- Shooting – November 16
Details and Submission Information
Please send the following to casting93@gmail.com
- Your name, age, and phone number
- A few pictures of yourself
- A quick blurb about your story and your sport experience
- Please use subject line “Credit Card Project”
If you are appropriate for this job, we will send you back some simple instructions on how to make a self tape audition for this project.
Contact
castingresearchtoronto@gmail.com
https://www.powerhousecasting.com/
Six Ontario Athletes to Compete in Wheelchair Tennis National Championships
Leave a CommentTeam Ontario headed to Montréal to contend for national titles
The Ontario Para Network wishes the best of luck to the six Ontario athletes who will be competing this weekend at the 2021 Birmingham National Wheelchair Tennis Championships. This event will mark the participants’ first opportunity to return to the national stage since 2019 as last year’s championships were cancelled due the COVID-19 pandemic.
Looking to defend their national titles will be reigning Women’s Singles champion Anne-Marie Dolinar and Quad Singles champion Rob Shaw. Shaw recently made his Paralympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Games, where he was Canada’s sole representative on the tennis court.
A total of 24 players will be competing in this year’s event and Ontario will see athletes in action in four of the five events – Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Quad Singles, and Men’s Doubles.
Athletes
Candice Combdon (Springwater)
Shawn Courchesne (Brampton)
Anne-Marie Dolinar (Deep River)
Marko Golic (Oakville)
Gary Luker (Stoney Creek)
Rob Shaw (North Bay)
Joining Team Ontario in Montréal will be coaches Michele May and Brian Ma.
The tournament runs from November 4-7, 2021 at the IGA Stadium in Montréal, QC and is hosted by Tennis Canada and Parasports Québec. For tournament information, draws, and results, visit https://wheelchairtennis.ca/information
About the Ontario Para Network
Formerly known as the Ontario Wheelchair Sports Association, our mission at the Ontario Para Network (ONPARA) is to grow opportunities for participation in adaptive sports across Ontario. As the governing body for wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby, and wheelchair tennis in the province, we strive to offer opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in recreational, competitive, and high performance programs. We lead, develop, support and advocate for athletes, coaches and volunteers to build strong and inclusive sport communities. We also deliver extensive outreach and education programs targeting schools as well as individuals and clinicians at rehabilitation hospitals and the broader health care sector.
Job Opportunity: Wheelchair Basketball Canada Event Manager
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IWBF 2026 World Wheelchair Basketball Championships Event Manager
Position Type: Full Time
Job Location: Ottawa (work remotely)
Employment Type: Employee
Expected Start Date: January 3, 2022
Overall Scope of the Position:
Wheelchair Basketball Canada (WBC) has been awarded the rights to host the International Wheelchair Basketball Federation’s (IWBF) 2026 World Wheelchair Basketball Championship (2026WWBC) – the world’s largest team sport event for high-performance athletes with a disability. The elite tournament is unlike any other international sporting event previously held in Canada. It is a spectacle of eye-opening athleticism, tenacity and perseverance starring the top wheelchair basketball athletes. It is an emotionally charged experience that defies perceptions and an inspiring celebration that unites people and captivates audiences around the world over 11 days of fierce competition. With 28 teams (16 men’s and 12 women’s), the event will feature 620+ team members, involve 1000 of participants, tens of thousands of spectators, and move millions.
The 2026WWBC Event Manager will be a key member of the local organizing committee over the next 5 years, and will be responsible for assisting WBC’s senior leadership with logistical and operational requirements for the event.
WBC is the National Sport Organization responsible for wheelchair basketball in Canada and a member of the IWBF.
For more information and application details, please view the full Job Posting on SIRC.
Contact:
Wendy Gittens
Executive Director
Wheelchair Basketball Canada
2026WWBC@wheelchairbasketball.ca
613-304-8955
About Wheelchair Basketball Canada
Wheelchair Basketball Canada is the national sports governing body responsible for the organization of the sport in Canada. It is a non-profit, charitable organization that is committed to excellence in the development, support and promotion of wheelchair basketball programs and services for all Canadians from grassroots to high performance. Wheelchair basketball is a fast-paced, hard-hitting, competitive sport in which Canada is held in high esteem around the world for winning a combined six gold, one silver, and one bronze medal in the last seven Paralympic Games.
For more information, visit: www.wheelchairbasketball.ca
ONPARA Bids Farewell to Provincial Coach Paul Bowes
Leave a CommentBowes to pursue new coaching opportunity in Germany
The Ontario Para Network is saddened to announce the departure of Paul Bowes as Provincial Coach of our Senior Women’s wheelchair basketball team.
“Bowesy,” as he is affectionately known throughout the wheelchair basketball community, has been at the helm of the Ontario Women’s provincial program since the 2015-2016 season, where he played an instrumental role in revitalizing the program and helping to transform the team’s culture. Over the years, he has worked hard alongside the athletes and coaching staff to create a welcoming environment that values hard work, respect, sportsmanship, mentorship, commitment, and learning, in which all participants can be proud to represent Ontario.
“We can’t say enough about the positive impact Bowesy has had on the Team Ontario women’s program and its athletes over the past few years,” said Josée Matte, ONPARA’s High Performance Manager. “He was the perfect fit at a pivotal time when the women’s program was rebuilding and in need of some additional structure and direction. His dedication to developing a positive team culture and his focus on the process, as opposed to results and outcomes, was exactly what was needed at the time. As Head Coach, he helped build a strong foundation for the program that will leave a lasting legacy. We are grateful for his leadership, knowledge, warmth, and sense of humour, and we wish him all the best in his new adventures!”
Bowes’ departure comes after accepting the role of Head Coach with the Rhine River Rhinos, a professional wheelchair basketball team based in Wiesbaden, Germany. The Rhinos play in the top division of the German Rollstuhlbasketball Bundesliga. It’s an exciting new challenge for Bowes, who has always had an interest in exploring the professional side of the game. “When Mirko [Korder] contacted me about the coaching position, it was like a dream had come true. I always wanted to coach in the German league and Mirko is a great person with so much passion for the Rhinos. When someone is so committed to their organization, I knew that it was the right place for me,” said Bowes.
“I’ve learned so much in the 33 years in this sport and I’m grateful to have met so many great people all over the world,” he continued. “I looked at this talented squad and knew that I wanted to work with this group of great athletes and pass on my knowledge to them, but also to learn from all of them and the people in the club.”
During his time with the Ontario Women’s program, Bowes oversaw the training & development of the Senior Women’s Team, which competes annually at the CWBL Women’s National Championship – Wheelchair Basketball Canada’s national event for the country’s top competitive women’s teams. He also spearheaded the Ontario women’s participation in the Spitfire Challenge when the event was revived for its 30th anniversary celebration in 2016, and played a supporting role as Assistant Coach with the Ontario Women’s Development Team at the 2016 Défi Sportif. In addition, Bowesy was named the recipient of Wheelchair Basketball Canada’s True Sport Award in 2017 in recognition for his work with the Ontario Women’s program, Team Canada at the Invictus Games, WBC’s Red & Black Aces teams, and as long-time Head Coach of his home club, the London Forest City Flyers.
ONPARA will soon launch the application process for a new Senior Women’s Provincial Coach for the 2021-22 season. Further information will be made available on our website and shared widely within the wheelchair basketball community.
About the Ontario Para Network
Formerly known as the Ontario Wheelchair Sports Association, our mission at the Ontario Para Network (ONPARA) is to grow opportunities for participation in adaptive sports across Ontario. As the governing body for wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby, and wheelchair tennis in the province, we strive to offer opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in recreational, competitive, and high performance programs. We lead, develop, support and advocate for athletes, coaches and volunteers to build strong and inclusive sport communities. We also deliver extensive outreach and education programs targeting schools as well as individuals and clinicians at rehabilitation hospitals and the broader health care sector.
Casting Call: Young Boy Who Plays Wheelchair Sport
Leave a CommentJigsaw Casting seeking young boy who plays wheelchair sport
Jigsaw Casing is seeking the following roles for a public campaign encouraging ambition in children:
- Indigenous Hero Girl. Age 6 to 12. Her role is very important as she is the hero who will open and close the spot. She may also be the one who is narrating the story through voice over but this is TBD. Some acting experience would be great but we are also open to someone without any experience.
- Boy with a Visible Disability. Age 10 to 14. Ideally he plays a wheelchair sport.
Compensation
If selected, honorarium pay is $1,000 per child. They will also receive $150 for the Covid test and wardrobe.
Requirements
COVID test will be required for each child plus their accompanying guardian prior to the shoot. This is a non-union PSA.
Details and Submission Information
If interested, please film a self tape and apply online here: https://ambitionpsa.castingcrane.com/
Self tape instructions: https://bit.ly/3mF2YKy
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT IS ASAP OR BEFORE OCTOBER 15 AT 9AM.
Availability
Must be available for these dates, if selected:
- ZOOM Recall: Oct 19th, 2021. After school, about 10 minutes.
- Covid Test: TBD
- Wardrobe: Oct 22, 2021
- Shoot Date: Oct 25 & 26. TBD which day (one day shoot)
*Production and talent will follow all COVID SAFETY ON SET PROTOCOL.
Contact
Jigsaw Casting Ltd.
60 Sumach Street, 3rd Floor
Toronto, ON, M5A 3J7
info@jigsawcasting.com
www.jigsawcasting.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JigsawCasting/
How to Watch the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games
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The Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games will run from Tuesday, August 24 to Sunday, September 5, 2021.
CBC will offer daily broadcasts totalling 68 hours of television coverage — more than ever before — including the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
Hosted by veteran broadcaster Scott Russell, CBC’s broadcast schedule features three shows per day Monday-Saturday:
- Paralympic Primetime
- Paralympic Late Night
- Paralympic Afternoon
with daytime and evening shows airing on Sundays.
Broadcast partners Sportsnet and AMI will also offer regular coverage of key competitions.
In addition, CBC will offer more than 950 hours of live streaming content via the free CBC Gem streaming service, CBC’s dedicated Tokyo 2020 website (cbc.ca/tokyo2020) and the CBC Sports app for iOS and Android devices.
Full Streaming Schedule: https://www.cbc.ca/sports/paralympics/streaming-schedule
Be sure to check out the ONPARA Events Calendar for sport-specific schedules as well!
ONPARA Welcomes Doug Hannum as New Executive Director
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The Ontario Para Network is pleased to announce the hiring of Doug Hannum in the role of Executive Director, effective Monday, August 23, 2021.
Doug has had a long and successful leadership career in the amateur sports and not-for-profit sectors, including as Executive Director of Boxing Ontario, CEO of Cricket Canada, Executive Director of Masters Swimming Canada, and various management roles at the Canadian Red Cross. Doug will bring a wealth of experience from his previous roles to our organization in areas such as governance, government & community partner relations, program & club development, social media & promotion, and fundraising & sponsorship campaigns. Doug is an avid follower of amateur and professional sports and is committed to leading a healthy lifestyle.
“ONPARA is an excellent fit with my prior experiences and my understanding of ONPARA’s future potential. In addition, as an individual with lived experience of having a disability, I am very excited for the opportunity to work with the ONPARA board, staff, and community in moving the organization forward,” said Hannum.
Doug can be reached at doug@onpara.ca and 416-426-7189.
About the Ontario Para Network
Formerly known as the Ontario Wheelchair Sports Association, our mission at the Ontario Para Network (ONPARA) is to grow opportunities for participation in adaptive sports across Ontario. As the governing body for wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby, and wheelchair tennis in the province, we strive to offer opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in recreational, competitive, and high performance programs. We lead, develop, support and advocate for athletes, coaches and volunteers to build strong and inclusive sport communities. We also deliver extensive outreach and education programs targeting schools as well as individuals and clinicians at rehabilitation hospitals and the broader health care sector.
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