OWSA selected as charity beneficiary of the 7th Annual Durham College Sport Business Conference We are thrilled to announce that the OWSA has been selected as the charity beneficiary of the 7th Annual Durham College Sport Business Conference. Funds raised from the conference will be donated to our organization and we have fully committed to directing these proceeds… Read More about “7th Durham College Sport Business Conference”
Wheelchair Basketball Canada Seeks Schools Program Coordinator Wheelchair Basketball Canada (WBC), in partnership with the Ontario Wheelchair Sports Association (OWSA), is seeking a dynamic, energetic and dedicated individual to lead the Wheelchair Basketball Schools Program. Position: Wheelchair Basketball Schools Program Coordinator Term: Full-time contract (3-year term) Application Deadline: November 11, 2016 Location: Toronto, Ontario The Schools… Read More about “Job Opportunity: WBC Schools Program Coordinator”
The Annual General Meeting will take place on Thursday November 3rd, 2016 at 6:30pm at the offices of the Ontario Wheelchair Sports Association: 100 Sunrise Avenue, Suite 101 Toronto Ontario M4A 1B3. 2016-board-of-directors-nomination-form-due-october-31-2016 2016-call-for-nominations-october-17-2016 agenda-agm-november-3-2016-2015-fiscal-year 2016-board-of-directors-nomination-form-due-october-31-2016 agenda-agm-november-3-2016-2015-fiscal-year
Powerhouse Casting Seeking men with a physical disability who use a wheelchair for mobility. Ages 16 to 30. Must be Hispanic or someone who could look Hispanic. We are also open to casting Caucasian guys with brown or black hair. Non-speaking role, no acting experience is required. Pay is $3,000 each if selected. This is a… Read More about “Urgent Casting Call!”
NCCP Wheelchair Basketball Competition Introduction Coaching Clinic The OWSA, in partnership with the Coaches Association of Ontario and the City of Toronto are hosting an NCCP Wheelchair Basketball Competition Introduction coaching clinic. This course is open to any individuals interested in coaching wheelchair basketball at a community or competitive level. Coaches will learn how to… Read More about “Wheelchair Basketball Coaching Clinic”
Team Ontario Wheelchair Basketball The OWSA is looking to hire a Team Manager to work with our Junior Provincial Wheelchair Basketball team for the 2016-2017 season (with possibility of extension). Travel and accommodation expenses at the 2017 Junior East Regional Championship will be covered. Full posting and further details can be found online on SIRC. Interested candidates… Read More about “Team Manager Wanted!”
Looking for Athlete Ambassadors! Open Call for Athletes! Are you passionate and enthusiastic about the sport(s) you play? Have you ever wanted to share that joy and teach others about wheelchair sports and the importance of accessibility and inclusion? Do you want to become more involved in your community? Become an OWSA Athlete Ambassador today!… Read More about “Athlete Ambassadors Wanted!”
We are pleased to inform you that an application package is now available at the following address www.Canada.ca/Accessible-Canada for eligible youth interested in participating in a one-day Forum taking place in November 2016. The Forum is part of The Government of Canada’s consultation process on planned accessibility legislation and youth between the ages of 15-30… Read More about “National Youth Forum on Accessibility Legislation”
With the summer rolling on by, make sure to check out some of the events the OWSA has lined up! Whatever your sport may be, there is tons of fun to be had in the weeks ahead. Come on out and enjoy yourself this summer! Spring was a busy time of year with so many… Read More about “OWSA Summer Events!”
We’re looking for a summer student to assist with our education and outreach programs. Please click on the job posting for more information: Summer_Student_2016_OWSA Deadline for applications is May 24, 2016.