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”
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”
The Canadian Disability Participation Project (CDPP) and researchers from the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies at Queen’s University are working on a project regarding understanding safe sport from a parasport perspective, and are seeking study participants. They are seeking a broad range of perspectives, including: Athletes Coaches Program coordinators/managers Sport administrators Personal and health… Read More about “Research Study: Exploring Experiences in Parasport”
Are you a parent of a child with a disability? You are invited to participate in a research study about helping parents get their kids with disabilities involved in sport! The Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability is partnering with York University on a project titled “Increasing Sport Participation in Children and Youth… Read More about “Research Study: Helping Parents Get Their Kids with Disabilities Involved in Sport”
Master’s students at the University of New Brunswick are seeking individuals of any age to participate in a research study examining the link between exercise and mental health in people with spinal cord injuries. The study involves completing a survey that will take approximately 30 minutes. By participating in this study, participants will have… Read More about “Research Study: Exercise and Mental Health in People with a Spinal Cord Injury”
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 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”
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”
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”
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”
