The Canadian Paralympic Committee and Coaching Association of Canada are seeking to understand the experiences of coaches and athletes in Para sport for an independent study. Purpose of the Study: The purpose of this study is to examine current and future delivery of coach education for parasport in Canada. For this study, we are recruiting,… Read More about “Research Study: Examining Coach Education for Para sport: Suggestions”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – 2022 ONTARIO WINTER GAMES POSTPONED UNTIL 2023 The 2022 Ontario Winter Games to be hosted by the County of Renfrew has been postponed. The announcement, by County Warden Debbie Robinson, was made amidst the growing concern of the impact the Omicron variant is having on the health and safety of Ontario… Read More about “2022 Ontario Winter Games Postponed”
TEMPORARY RESTRICTIONS ON INDOOR SPORTS AND RECREATION (January 5, 2022) In accordance with the provincial government’s most recent announcement on COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions for sports and recreational fitness activities, ONPARA has paused all in-person programming and events until at least January 27, 2022. We will reassess the status of our programs and upcoming events… Read More about “COVID-19 ‘Return to Sport’ Update – Temporary Restrictions”
STATEMENT REGARDING WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL EVENTS (December 18-19, 2021) With more information on the rapidly changing COVID-19 environment, the Ontario Para Network is following the advice of Wheelchair Basketball Canada’s medical staff to cancel the wheelchair basketball events scheduled for this weekend. This includes the Ontario/Québec Challenge Tournament from December 18-19 at the Toronto Pan Am… Read More about “Statement of Cancellation – Wheelchair Basketball Events”
Help make an impact in the lives of athletes with physical disabilities by supporting our ‘Bridging the Gap’ program this GivingTuesday The giving season is upon us, and the Ontario Para Network (ONPARA) will once again be participating in GivingTuesday – the world’s largest generosity movement, taking place each year after Black Friday. ONPARA’s theme… Read More about “ONPARA Launches 2021 GivingTuesday Campaign”
ONPARA is sharing this job opportunity on behalf of our partners at Wheelchair Basketball Canada 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… Read More about “Job Posting: Wheelchair Basketball Canada High Performance Coordinator”
Milo Casting is seeking English and/or French-speaking adults from Ontario and Quebec who have received one of the following tax benefits and would like to share their stories: Canada child benefit: A parent with their child/children, under the age of 18, who has received the Canada Child Benefit within the last 3yrs. Disability tax credit:… Read More about “Casting Call: Ontario/Quebec Adults for Paid National Commercial”
Kids for CBC Kids 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,… Read More about “Casting Call: Kids with Disabilities for CBC Kids Program”
Powerhouse 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… Read More about “Casting Call: Athletes With Physical Disabilities”
Team 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… Read More about “Six Ontario Athletes to Compete in Wheelchair Tennis National Championships”
