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We’re looking for volunteers to help make our upcoming Wheelchair Basketball Tournament a success! The event will take place November 22–23 at Elmira District Secondary School, and we’re seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our event team. Volunteer Roles: Greeters: Welcome athletes, spectators, and guests as they arrive and help with event check-in. Table Officials: Assist… Read More about “Volunteers Needed – Wheelchair Basketball Tournament (Nov 22–23 in Elmira)”
Canada’s first-ever Para Spartan Race is happening September 13, 2026, at Gopher Dunes in Courtland, ON! Get ready to take on the ultimate adaptive obstacle challenge — where grit, teamwork, and determination meet in an unforgettable test of strength and spirit. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this groundbreaking event in Canadian para… Read More about “Canada’s first-ever Para Spartan Race!”
ONPARA Annual General Meeting🗓 Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025🕡 Time: 6:30 PM (ET)📍 Location: Online via Zoom Please contact ONPARA Executive Director Doug Hannum at doug@onpara.ca to request the Zoom link.
💥 Para Tough Mudder is Back! 💥 Join us September 12, 2026 at Gopher Dunes (Courtland, ON) for the return of Para Tough Mudder! We’re bringing the mud, the grit, and the teamwork back with our 5K course built for all abilities. Grab your crew, get ready to get muddy, and show what you’re made… Read More about “💪 PARA TOUGH MUDDER RETURNS IN 2026!”
📢 2025–2026 ONPARA Registration is Now Open! 🏉 Wheelchair Rugby members: Please register through Trackie Athletes and coaches looking to register for the upcoming season for Wheelchair Basketball — please visit your club’s RAMP portal and complete your membership today: 🐊 Cruisers Sports 🐍 Burlington Vipers 🐉 Tillsonburg Dragons 🔥 Rose City Riot 🏀 Sudbury… Read More about “2025–26 ONPARA Registration”
ONPARA, in partnership with Wheelchair Basketball Canada (WBC), is excited to host an in-depth Wheelchair Basketball Coaching Clinic this fall. Whether you are a seasoned coach, an aspiring one, or just curious about the game — this clinic is designed for you! 🔑 What You’ll Learn ✅ Skill development tools ✅ Game strategies & tactics… Read More about “🏀 Wheelchair Basketball Coaching Clinic – November 2025”
ONPARA is proud to welcome Travis Murao as our new Wheelchair Rugby Technical Coordinator. Travis was first introduced to wheelchair rugby by Duncan Campbell, one of the inventors of the sport, and quickly fell in love with the tactical side of the game. Since then, he has built an incredible career as a four-time Paralympian… Read More about “Welcome to the Team – Travis Murao”
A student from the University of British Columbia is conducting a study exploring the experiences and perceptions of physical activity (PA) participation among youth with spinal cord injuries (SCI) and their parents/guardians. The student is looking for: Youth with SCI, ages 15–24, living in Canada, who currently or previously participated in PA (recreation, sport, exercise,… Read More about “UBC Student Seeking Participants for Research Study”
The first-ever Para Tough Mudder took place this past weekend at Gopher Dunes and was a huge success! A big thank you to all the participants who came out and took on the challenge with determination, teamwork, and grit. We also want to extend our gratitude to the amazing volunteers who worked the booth and… Read More about “Para Tough Mudder: Mission Complete!”
If you’ve heard of the Tough Mudder race, you know it’s not for the faint of heart. The obstacle course is designed to test the physical and mental limits of competitors and it includes challenges with fire, water, mud, and even electricity. For the first time, the Ontario Para Network (ONPARA) is organizing a Para… Read More about “🎙 ONPARA in the News: Doug Hannum on CBC’s Here and Now”
