OTTAWA – Paralympic Games champions Nicholas Bennett and Aurélie Rivard were named Swimming Canada’s Para Athletes of the Year as the organization unveiled its awards over the past couple of weeks. At the 2024 Paralympic Games, Bennett took gold in the S14 100-m breaststroke and 200 individual medley and silver in the 200 freestyle. It’s the second straight year he’s …
Calgary – Whitney Bogart, a 19-year national team member, who confirmed her retirement recently concluding an incredible career at her fourth Paralympic Games in Paris. ‘’It’s going to be a big change for me,” said Bogart, 38, who grew up in Marathon, Ont. and now resides in Ottawa. ‘’With everyone travelling this weekend, this is the first time, aside from …
Ottawa – Decorated for their achievements, honoured by their country and beloved by their nation, the Paris 2024 Paralympic and Olympic teams united on Wednesday in the Nation’s Capital. After two Games hijacked by the COVID-19 pandemic, Paris 2024 not only returned the Paralympic and Olympic Games to former glory but established both Games as a gathering assembly and refuge …
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OTTAWA – When Andrzej Sadej discusses his life journey in sport there are all the elements of a great movie or novel: heartbreak, intrigue, drama, risks, adventure and it all concludes with triumph. But this is a true story. Born in Poland under the Soviet scepter, Sadej overcame many challenges to become a master in his profession. Through it all …
CALGARY – Scoring stars Tyler McGregor and Liam Hickey are among the 18 players named to the Canadian roster for the four-country 2024 Para Hockey Cup set for December 8-14 in Charlottetown at the Bell Aliant Centre. Sixteen of the 18 players selected were members of Team Canada that won the gold medal last May at the Para ice hockey World Championships …
Brampton – Explore your nearest City of Brampton fitness centre and take advantage of free demos, tours, raffles, and more. What to expect: Tour fitness facilities Participate in FREE exercise demos Meet certified trainers Raffles and giveaways Connect with like-minded fitness enthusiasts Enter to win a one-month fitness membership And more! Why Choose City of Brampton Fitness Centres? No matter …
Toronto – The City of Toronto rose the Toronto Sceptres flag at Toronto City Hall to celebrate the teams highly-anticipated home opener, at Courtesy flagpole, Podium Roof, Toronto City Hall, 100 Queen Street W. The event was feature remarks by Mayor Olivia Chow and appearances by Sceptres’ Captain Blayre Turnbull, Assistant Captains Renata Fast and Jocelyne Larocque as well as …
Ottawa – Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, will host an event in Ottawa to celebrate the outstanding achievements of Canada’s Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic athletes on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 Participation in this event is for accredited members of the Press Gallery only. Media who are not members of the Press Gallery may contact pressres2@parl.gc.ca for temporary …
Brampton -Join us on a fun adventure where you can run, jump, balance and climb on our Ninja, Parkour and Rock Wall courses. Stay fit while getting involved in a new and exciting sport! Located at Ken Giles Recreation Centre, register for a drop-in and see how many obstacles you can get through or try a registered program with a trained …
