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Fourteen Ontario Athletes Named to Team Canada for Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games
Three women and 11 men from Ontario will represent Canada in wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby, and wheelchair tennis in Tokyo As the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games held their Closing Ceremony last Sunday to signal the end of the 17-day global affair, inevitably, for those in the parasport community, the countdown began for our signature event… Read More about “Fourteen Ontario Athletes Named to Team Canada for Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games”
Research Study: Sport Specialization in Disability Sport
Sport Specialization in Disability Sport: A Retrospective Narrative Approach Early sport specialization in childhood and early adolescence continues to gain in popularity despite its well-known physiological and psychosocial health risks. However, the vast majority of this research has been conducted in able-bodied sport, while less is known about the developmental experiences of athletes as they… Read More about “Research Study: Sport Specialization in Disability Sport”
Job Opportunity: Executive Director
The Ontario Para Network is seeking a highly-collaborative, innovative team leader who is adept at building partnerships, strengthening community relationships, and inspiring staff and stakeholders alike to fulfill the role of Executive Director. Position: Executive Director Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience Location: Toronto, Ontario Reports to: Ontario Para Network Board of Directors The Ontario… Read More about “Job Opportunity: Executive Director”
Laura Wilson to Depart Role as ONPARA Executive Director
It’s not goodbye, it’s ‘see you later’ It is with bittersweet emotion that the Ontario Para Network announces the departure of Executive Director Laura Wilson, effective July 2. After seven years in the role and with a strong sense of accomplishment, Laura will be moving on to pursue new opportunities and challenges with another sport… Read More about “Laura Wilson to Depart Role as ONPARA Executive Director”
Research Study: Community Peer Support Among Individuals Living with Spinal Cord Injury
Researchers from the Carleton University Department of Psychology are looking to learn more about the experience with peer support of those with a spinal cord injury and what aspects of peer relationships they find most (or least) valuable. To participate in this study, you must: Be 18 years of age or older Be a community-living… Read More about “Research Study: Community Peer Support Among Individuals Living with Spinal Cord Injury”
In Memory of Barbara Montemurro
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Barbara “Barb” Montemurro, a passionate advocate who has been instrumental in developing our organization and the para sports community in Ontario and beyond. Barbara passed away on January 11, 2021. Barbara dedicated over 40 years of her life to advocating for… Read More about “In Memory of Barbara Montemurro”
I am a Warrior – Candice Combdon
I am a Warrior How determination and a strong support system helped wheelchair tennis athlete Candice Combdon find her inner strength by June Jang Featured in the Fall 2020 issue of ParaSport Magazine Candice Combdon, 33, is a Team Ontario wheelchair tennis athlete who sees herself as a warrior on and off the court. Growing… Read More about “I am a Warrior – Candice Combdon”
Caldwell and Combdon Named 2020 ONPARA GivingTuesday Ambassadors
ONPARA is proud to introduce Cody Caldwell and Candice Combdon as our 2020 GivingTuesday Athlete Ambassadors! Cody & Candice both know first-hand the tremendous impact that sport plays in the rehabilitation & recovery process and the overall health of people with disabilities, and they want to pay it forward by participating in GivingTuesday and… Read More about “Caldwell and Combdon Named 2020 ONPARA GivingTuesday Ambassadors”
ONPARA Launches 2020 GivingTuesday Campaign
Give the gift of sport & recreation by supporting our ‘Bridging the Gap’ program this GivingTuesday The giving season is upon us, and this year, charities, not-for-profits, and community organizations around the world need your support more than ever. ONPARA will be participating for its second consecutive year in GivingTuesday – a global movement for… Read More about “ONPARA Launches 2020 GivingTuesday Campaign”
ONPARA Receives Jumpstart Sport Relief Fund Grant
In September, Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities announced an $8 million sport relief fund to help sport and recreation organizations continue to deliver programming in 2020 and beyond. Many community organizations have shut their doors due to the financial burden created by COVID-19, including lost revenue and increased program costs. The Ontario Para Network has experienced… Read More about “ONPARA Receives Jumpstart Sport Relief Fund Grant”