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Casting Call for Girls & Women with Disabilities
Olympic public service announcement campaign seeks female children and adults with visible physical disabilities Jigsaw Casting Ltd. is casting Canada-wide for the following roles: ‘Hero Girl Amputee’: Female, 6-13 years old. Needs to have a visible disability, preferably amputated leg. Does not need to be a runner. ‘Hero Woman Amputee’: Female, 17-25 years old. Needs… Read More about “Casting Call for Girls & Women with Disabilities”
Casting Call for Teenage Girls with Disabilities
Prom-inspired clothing campaign is seeking teen girls with a physical disability Jigsaw Casting Ltd. is looking for young women in grades 11 & 12 who are planning to attend prom 2018. These young women represent the beauty of diversity and challenge the ‘Prom Queen’ stereotype. We are looking for women of all different shapes, sizes,… Read More about “Casting Call for Teenage Girls with Disabilities”
Casting Call for Leg Amputees
Seeking “silver foxes” and leg amputees for upcoming health technology campaign Jigsaw Casting Ltd. is looking for a range of talent who are very comfortable in their own skin. Looking to express diversity, uniqueness and the distinctiveness of what we are at our core. Roles Silver Fox: Male or female, open ethnicity, 50-65 years of age…. Read More about “Casting Call for Leg Amputees”
Team Ontario Manager Wanted!
Team Ontario Wheelchair Basketball The OWSA is looking to hire a Team Manager to assist with our Junior Provincial Wheelchair Basketball team for the 2017-2018 & 2018-2019 seasons. Travel and accommodation expenses at the 2018 Junior National Championship as well as the 2019 Canada Winter Games will be covered. Click here to view the full posting… Read More about “Team Ontario Manager Wanted!”
Ontario Serves Up Strong Performances at Wheelchair Tennis Nationals
Ontario well represented in Calgary at 2017 Birmingham National Wheelchair Tennis Championships The Birmingham National Wheelchair Tennis Championships, one of the biggest and most important tournaments held in Canada each year, were hosted at the OSTEN & VICTOR Alberta Tennis Centre in Calgary from October 26-29. 2017 marks the first year the tournament was held in… Read More about “Ontario Serves Up Strong Performances at Wheelchair Tennis Nationals”
Casting Call for Young Boys with Physical Disabilities
Seeking male child for Olympic/Paralympic campaign Jigsaw Casting Ltd. is searching nationwide for boys who have a physical disability for an upcoming Olympic campaign in Canada! Role: Boy, around 5-10 years of age. He is a typical kid. He is wide eyed curious and inquisitive. We are looking for a child that doesn’t have the… Read More about “Casting Call for Young Boys with Physical Disabilities”
Funeral Service for Ken Thom
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… Read More about “Funeral Service for Ken Thom”
We’re hiring!
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…. Read More about “We’re hiring!”
The Ontario Wheelchair Sports Community Mourns the Loss of Ken Thom
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… Read More about “The Ontario Wheelchair Sports Community Mourns the Loss of Ken Thom”
Canada Earns Gold and Silver in Colombia
Canadians shine at the 2017 Americas Cup and earn berths to 2018 World Championships The Canadian Women’s National Wheelchair Basketball Team claimed gold at the 2017 Americas Cup qualifier in Cali, Colombia with a decisive 82-56 victory against the United States. Meanwhile, the Canadian men ended the tournament with a silver medal after a tough… Read More about “Canada Earns Gold and Silver in Colombia”