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Women+ Wheelchair Tennis Program

🎾 Join the Women+ Wheelchair Tennis Program! 🎾

Looking to try something new, stay active, and connect with an awesome community? Our 6-week Women+ Wheelchair Tennis Program is for you! 💪✨

🗓️ Dates: Sundays, May 11 – June 15
⏰ Time: 12:00 – 1:30 PM
📍 Location: Parkway Valley Tennis Club (230 Cassandra Blvd, Toronto, ON)
💸 Cost: $30 (Includes ON Para Membership, expert coaching, access to a sport chair, and tennis racket!)

Open to all women+ identifying individuals. No experience needed—just bring your energy and we’ll provide the rest!

🤝 In partnership with Ontario Tennis Association, Tennis Canada, and Parkway Valley Tennis Club.

Spots are limited—register now and serve up some fun! 🎾

REGISTER TODAY 

Introduction to Classification Webinar

Wheelchair Rugby Canada has announced an upcoming webinar focused on the Introduction to Classification in wheelchair rugby. This session is designed to provide valuable insights into the classification process and its significance in ensuring fair competition.

Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
Platform: Microsoft Teams
Webinar Link: Join the Webinar
Please ensure you have the necessary updates installed on your device ahead of time to ensure a smooth experience.

Paul Easton, Head of Classification, will guide participants through the classification system, its essential role in wheelchair rugby, and how classifications are determined for athletes. The session will also include a Q&A segment to address any queries you may have.

For more information or to register, please visit https://forms.office.com/r/iwCGHcDrE0. Should you have any questions before the session, please reach out to us at info@wheelchairrugby.ca.

Cruisers Sports Para Athletics Try It

The annual Cruisers Sports Para Athletics Try It event to kick off the outdoor season is back!

This year’s session will be held on May 3rd from 11:30am – 1:30pm at the Toronto Track & Field Centre.

This event is free, no experience is necessary, recommended age is 10+, and all equipment will be provided. While we will prioritize individuals with a disability in trying the events first, friends and family members are more than welcome to join and try as well!

The Try It sessions will be facilitated by knowledgeable event coaches and Cruisers athletes, including Paralympians!

Information on the Try It, including the registration link, is below.

If interested in attending, please register by April 30th. If you have any questions regarding the event or Cruisers Sports in general, please contact our Director of Para Athletics Lisa Myers at paraathletics@cruisers-sports.com.

Cruisers Sports Para Athletics Try It Session

Date: Saturday, May 3rd

Time: 11:30am – 1:30pm

Location: Toronto Track & Field Centre (231 Ian MacDonald Blvd, North York ON, M7A 2C5)

Registration Deadline: April 30th, 2025

Questions? Contact Lisa Myers at paraathletics@cruisers-sports.com

Register Here 

Have a Go at Wheelchair Tennis

🎾 Ever wanted to try wheelchair tennis? Now’s your chance!

Join us for a FREE “Have a Go” session on May 3rd, 10–11 AM at Sobeys Stadium, North York (1 Shoreham Dr).

No experience? No problem. All equipment is provided, and it’s open to anyone ages 10+!

Led by Paralympian & National Coach Kai Schrameyer, this is your shot to rally with the best! 🌟

Priority will be given to individuals with physical disabilities, but friends & family are welcome to jump in (space permitting).

☀️ Rain or shine? Well… actually, just shine. Be sure to register so we can keep you posted on weather updates!

🔗 Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/12WffqGmBD

Questions? Contact Lisa Myers at wheelchairdev@tenniscanada.com

Volunteers Wanted!

Join the Action at the WBC National Championships in Oshawa!

Hey, volunteers! Ready to be part of something epic? The WBC National Championships are coming to Oshawa this May, and we need YOU to make it unforgettable! Whether you’re helping behind the scenes or cheering on the athletes, your time and energy will make a HUGE difference!

Why volunteer?

• Meet amazing people

• Experience world-class sports

• Be part of an exciting, high-energy event

• Help support athletes achieving their dreams

Tychon Carter-Newman tries Wheelchair Basketball!

🚨 Tychon Takes on Wheelchair Basketball! 🏀♿

Big Brother Canada Season 9 winner @tychonxcarter is back with #TychonTries, and this time, he’s rolling onto the court with the Variety Ontario Rolling Rebels! 🔥

In Episode 3, Tychon joins @ontarioparanetwork & Variety Village to experience the fast-paced world of #WheelchairBasketball—and let’s just say, it’s no easy game! 😅🏀

After the action, he sits down with Jamoi to talk about the sport’s impact and the importance of #accessibility in athletics. 🙌

Big shoutout to @varietyontario, the Rolling Rebels, and everyone who made this epic collab happen! 👏

📺 Watch now & see if Tychon has what it takes to keep up on the court! ➡️ #GameOn #ParaSports #BasketballForAll

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4eF7ZuwiXI

(2025) Variety Village Tychon Carter-Newman

Welcome Coach Jesse McNalley!

ONPARA is pleased to announce that Jesse McNalley has joined our ONPARA team as the new ONPARA Wheelchair Basketball Men’s Coach! 🏀♿️

“With a wealth of experience and an undeniable passion for the game, Jesse is ready to take our team to new heights,” said Tammy Lyle-Gravlev, High-Performance Manager. Let’s warmly welcome him as we embark on this exciting journey together! 💪🔥

“I am excited to introduce myself as the new Head Coach of Team Ontario Men’s Wheelchair Basketball, said Jesse. I bring with me 27 years of experience as a player and 11 years of coaching experience in the sport. What first inspired me to pursue coaching was my deep passion for wheelchair basketball, a love I’ve had since childhood. Over the years, this passion has been further fueled by my desire to help athletes reach their full potential. Another key factor in my long-standing commitment to the sport is the incredible community that has continually supported and nurtured wheelchair basketball. In addition to my experience coaching at the club level, I have also had the privilege of serving as the Assistant Coach at the Women’s Provincial Level. I have worked as an analyst for both the Men’s and Women’s National Teams at prestigious tournaments such as the Pan Am Games and the Paralympics. Currently, I serve as the Next Gen Development and Recruitment Coordinator for Wheelchair Basketball Canada, where I continue to learn and grow within the sport. As I step into this new role as Head Coach of Team Ontario Men, I am eager to foster an environment that emphasizes positivity, growth, and enjoyment for all athletes. It is my goal to create a space where players can thrive, both on and off the court. I look forward to this exciting journey ahead and am confident that it will be both an enriching and fun experience for everyone involved”.

Here’s to an amazing season of growth, teamwork, and success. We can’t wait to see what’s next! If you would like more information about being a part of this new team,  please get in touch with Tammy – tammy@onpara.ca

[Opportunity] Golf Ontario

Golf Ontario is a Provincial Sports Organization and the governing body for golf in Ontario. With more than 100 years of history and tradition, serving 125,000 members, Golf Ontario is one of the largest golf associations in the world. We strive to partner with a connected golf community to inspire the game of golf for all Ontarians, including youth, women and underserved communities.

With our vision of Golf for All, Golf Ontario is committed to creating a diverse and safe environment within our organization and across the sport of golf.

ROLE: COORDINATOR, ENABLING CHANGE PROGRAMS – Contract

SUMMARY: Responsible for collaborating with the Director of Participation and Director of Marketing & Communications in coordinating and implementing Golf Ontario’s Adaptive
Golf Month strategy. Engaged with community groups and organizations, the Coordinator, Enabling Change Programs will support golfers from adaptive communities and facilities delivering programming initiatives that are aligned with Golf Ontario’s mission to Shape Lives by Connecting People to Positive Golf Experiences.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic, team-oriented individual who has a genuine passion and sound understanding of the game of golf with a keen attention to detail and excellent communication skills. With experience and an understanding of event/program delivery, marketing, communications and social media, the candidate is motivated to promote and build our adaptive programs at Golf Ontario, while collaborating with a diverse Team of colleagues in achieving our vision of Golf For All

Coordinator, Enabling Change Programs

University of Toronto-Research Study

Purpose of this Research:

Wheelchair Skills Training is an important resource for teaching wheelchair users skills needed for everyday life activities, including engagement in sport and recreation. The purpose of this research is to discover what sport and recreation professionals know about wheelchair skills training to begin the transition of skill development from hospital to community settings.

Who is eligible?

To be eligible to participate in this study, individuals must:

• Work in a community-based sport or physical recreation setting (out-patient rehab & research centres are acceptable)
• Have at least three months experience working in their field
• Speak English
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be able to attend an in-person or zoom meeting

If interested, or if you have any questions, please contact the student researcher on this project:
Jenna Smith-jennadeanna.smith@mail.utoronto.ca

*Individuals will receive a $20 gift card as compensation for their participation
*This study has received ethics approval from the University of Toronto’s Research and Ethics Board

For more information click the following link Recruitment Poster – EN

[Opportunity] Men’s High-Performance Wheelchair Basketball Coach

Ontario Para Network is thrilled to announce the formation of an Ontario Men’s High-Performance Wheelchair Basketball Team, which will compete in the WBC Nationals in May 2025. This marks a significant milestone in the development of wheelchair basketball in the province, and we are eager to build a competitive and dynamic team that will represent Ontario at the highest level.

To lead this initiative, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced Men’s High-Performance Wheelchair Basketball Coach who can drive the creation of this new team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in coaching high-performance athletes, a deep understanding of wheelchair basketball, and the ability to inspire and develop talent at an elite level.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Team Development: Building a competitive team through talent identification, recruitment, and skill development.
• Training Program Design: Developing and implementing comprehensive training programs that enhance individual and team performance, focusing on technical, tactical, and physical aspects of the game.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to athletes, fostering a positive and inclusive team culture.
• Competition Preparation: Preparing the team for competition at the WBC Nationals and other key events, ensuring athletes are mentally and physically prepared for the challenges ahead.
• Collaboration: Working closely with Ontario Wheelchair Basketball Association (OWBA) staff, other coaches, and support personnel to ensure alignment with long-term athlete development strategies.

This is an exciting opportunity for a coach to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Ontario’s wheelchair basketball scene. If you are passionate about high-performance sport and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply for this important leadership position.

Please click the following link to view the requirements and submit your application Men’s HP Wheelchair Basketball Coach