Canada’s men’s and women’s wheelchair basketball teams made history at the first-ever IWBF 3×3 Open World Championships, held August 1–3 in Sun City, South Africa. Both teams went undefeated through the tournament, bringing home double gold in a dominant showing on the world stage. Women’s Final: Canada defeated Spain 17–12 to become the inaugural Women’s… Read More about “Canada Makes History at Inaugural 3×3 World Championships”
Ontario Para Network (ONPARA) is looking for a part-time Technical Coordinator to lead the growth and development of our high-performance wheelchair rugby program. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with elite athletes, drive talent development, and help shape the future of the sport in Ontario. 📅 Contract: September 15, 2025 – May 15,… Read More about “Job Opportunity: Technical Coordinator – Wheelchair Rugby”
We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Sana Worley as the new Head Coach of the Ontario Women’s Provincial Wheelchair Basketball Team! Sana has been a vital part of our provincial program for the past three seasons, playing a key role in leadership and athlete development. Her impact on the team’s culture and competitive… Read More about “ONPARA Announces New Coaching Staff for Ontario Women’s Provincial Wheelchair Basketball Team”
🟦What is Drive to December? Drive to December is ONPARA’s biggest fundraising campaign for the remainder of 2025. With our goal of $40,000, we’re raising critical funds to continue delivering high-quality, inclusive sport programming across Ontario — despite recent funding challenges. Every dollar raised: ✔ Supports grassroots to high-performance adaptive sport ✔ Keeps participation affordable… Read More about “Drive to December: Fueling ONPARA, Powering Possibility”
Ontario Para Network is deeply saddened to share the passing of Garett Hickling — a true legend in the world of wheelchair rugby and a passionate advocate for adaptive sport in Canada. Garett was more than a decorated athlete — he was a leader, a mentor, and an inspiration to generations of para-athletes across… Read More about “Ontario Para Network Mourns the Loss of Garett “G” Hickling”
We’re excited to launch a weekly wheelchair tennis program in Niagara Falls this summer! Whether you’re new to the sport or looking to build your skills, this inclusive program is a great way to stay active, have fun, and connect with others. 📍 Location: Niagara Falls Racquet Centre (6980 Kalar Rd, Niagara Falls, ON, L2H… Read More about “Summer Wheelchair Tennis Program – Register Now!”
We’re excited to invite you to a Have a Go wheelchair tennis session on Saturday, June 28 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Niagara Falls Racquet Centre (6980 Kalar Rd, Niagara Falls, ON). This free event is a great opportunity to try something new, meet others, and experience the excitement of adaptive sport…. Read More about “Have a Go at Wheelchair Tennis – Free Session in Niagara Falls!”
Building a More Inclusive Road Racing Experience: Canada Running Series Adds Wheelchair Category and Grant Program Over the past two years, Mike Greer has had the privilege of collaborating with Canada Running Series (CRS) to help advance accessibility and inclusion within Canada’s premier road race events. This work has focused on ensuring that adaptive athletes—regardless… Read More about “Building a More Inclusive Road Racing Experience: Canada Running Series Adds Wheelchair Category and Grant Program”
Welcoming Canada’s Best to Oshawa for Nationals! From May 23–25, 2025, Ontario is proud to host the 2025 Wheelchair Basketball National Championships at Durham College/Ontario Tech University in Oshawa. The event will bring together the nation’s top athletes from across six provinces to compete in both men’s and women’s divisions. We’re excited to welcome teams… Read More about “Welcoming Canada’s Best to Oshawa for Nationals!”
Ontario Athletes Named to Team Canada for 2025 Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge! Wheelchair Rugby Canada has officially announced the 12-athlete roster set to compete at the 2025 Santos Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge, taking place May 29 to June 1 in Adelaide, Australia. This marks Canada’s first major international competition of the new Paralympic cycle as… Read More about “Team Canada roster – 2025 Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge”
