Coaching & Officiating

Featuring wheelchair basketball events and opportunities throughout the province that target initiatives focusing on Coach & Officials Education.

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BECOME A COACH

Coaches are essential for teaching and developing athletes at all levels of wheelchair rugby. By becoming a coach, not only are you taking the first steps into a rewarding career, you will also:

• Inspire and develop others
• Play a role in ensuring wheelchair rugby can be played throughout Canada
• Make new and lasting friends
• Gain a range of transferable skills

Find out how to become a wheelchair rugby coach or referee HERE

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Screening Requirements: Vulnerable Sector Check

Vulnerable Sector Checks

The Ontario Para Network (ONPARA) is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all participants.

As part of ONPARA’s screening requirements, coaches, volunteers, staff and team personnel in designated roles may be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC).

How to Obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check

Vulnerable Sector Checks are completed through the police service responsible for the community where you reside.

• Ontario residents: Government of Ontario – Police Record Checks
• Toronto residents: Toronto Police Service – Police Record Checks

Applicants should confirm any required documentation or organization-specific instructions with ONPARA before applying.

For more information about ONPARA’s screening requirements, please refer to our Screening Policy.

For questions or assistance, please contact info@onpara.ca