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@cdnparalympics recently granted $200,000 across 18 organizations. The CPC hopes to enhance "capacity for programmes, athletes or teams on a sport specific #Paralympic pathway". Share your thoughts below or at theechoproject.org. Source: insidethegames.biz/articles/11384…

In the past few days, #TeamCanada finished 5th and 6th at the #2022WBWC in Dubai. What did you think of these games? Let us know at theechoproject.org or in the comments below! #wheelchairbasketball #wbwc Image Source: wheelchairbasketball.ca/news_press/can…

Dehghansal, Mazhar, & Baker (2023) examine #Paralympic athlete and coach perspectives on #TalentTransfers. Read the full article to learn about the reasons behind talent transfers and considerations to improve the talent transfer process. Source: doi.org/10.1123/apaq.2…

Really interesting presentation by our leader @lmisene on ‘Persistent Inequities in Parasport event legacies’ looking deeply into theories of ableism and their association with event leveraging perspectives @EventRights @projectecho2020

Presentations are coming fast today! Now we have @lmisene highlighting some of our key findings to date on @projectecho2020 around the lived experience and ableist assumptions @gaylemcpherson_ @dgmcgillivray @westernuFHS @CCSE_UWS @NASSM @UWS_Sport @erin_pearson_ @DEnotsoNISE

Interested in trying out #WheelchairBasketball? @Viperswbball is hosting a try it session on June 11th at Haber Recreation Centre in #Burlington. Register by emailing info@vipersbasketball.ca. Share your thoughts down below or at theechoproject.org.

Check out the #Niagara #Parasport Festival hosted by @parasportontario from May 31st to June 1st. This free two-day event will feature keynote presentations, a demo arena, meet and greets, and more! Find out more information at parasportniagara.ca.

Sales & Misener (2021) found 5 themes in their research that are important for supporting #ParaSwimmer development. Share your thoughts in the comments or at theechoproject.org. Read the full article: doi.org/10.1123/apaq.2…. #ParaSwimming #ParaSwimmers #ParasportCoach

Taylor, Werthner, & Culver's (2014) article explores the lifelong learning of a #parasport #coach and how their coaching practice evolved and developed. Do your experiences as an athlete or coach resonate with this article? Share in the comments or at theechoproject.org.

Mayor Brenda Locke shares, “The City of Surrey is leading the way in creating more accessible and inclusive communities where people of all abilities can live, learn, work, and play". Share your thoughts at theechoproject.org. Source: surrey.ca/news-events/ne…

#Paris2024 has released its course for the #ParaTriathlon events for the upcoming #ParalympicGames! What are you most excited to see? Let us know in the comments or at theechoproject.org. #Paralympics #paralympic #Paralympics2024

The IPC has faced mixed reactions to their TikTok. IPC states, "We find that the account allows us to positively engage with younger fans about the power of Para sport as a tool for driving social inclusion". Share your opinion theechoproject.org cnn.com/2023/04/21/spo…

"Understanding how attitudes develop is important from a person’s own health and security, to prejudices, and societal values" (Paradis et al., 2017). This study investigated volunteer attitudes toward disability at two major #parasport games. Read more: doi.org/10.1080/174304…

The 2023 ParaVolley PanAmerica Zonal Championship will be a Paralympic qualifier for #Paris2024 for #SittingVolleyball. Learn more at volleyball.ca/en/competition…. Share your thoughts at theechoproject.org. #paralympics #panamericagames #paravolleyball #paravolley

Join @athleticsont and @AthleticsCanada at #Toronto Track & Field Centre April 15-16 for the Becoming Para Ready Symposium to learn about the best practices to become more #inclusive. Learn more: athleticsontario.ca/event/2023-bec…. Share your thoughts: theechoproject.org

Since 2017, the #ParaToughCup has raised more than $1.4 million for #parasport in Canada. The ParaTough Cup in #Toronto raised $119,000 on March 22nd. Share your thoughts and experiences: theechoproject.org #WheelchairBasketball #SittingVolleyball #ParaIceHockey #Paralympic

Arley Cruthers' work as a disability advocate gave us a new perspective on accessibility and inclusion in parasport Her driving force in the field of disability studies will not be forgotten We would like to highlight the fundraiser set up for her daughter gofundme.com/f/a-fund-for-d…

Erica Gavel is hoping Canadian Universities begin to act more on #inclusion for #ParaAthletes. What is your opinion or experience with post-secondary #parasport? Let us know at theechoproject.org or in the comments! Source: cbc.ca/sports/paralym… #wheelchairbasketball

In the past, the #Parasport Pathways event has been presented to more than 5,000 students and professionals. Share your thoughts at theechoproject.org. Learn more: parasportniagara.ca/parasport-path… Source: brocku.ca/brock-news/202… #parasportOntario #Brock #BrockNiagara #varietyvillage

Coates & Howe (2023) explored the parent experience in supporting their child's #parasport journey. Read about the findings and their implication for policy and practice: doi.org/10.1080/104132…. Share your opinion: theechoproject.org. #parasportresearch #disabilitysport