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BC Wheelchair Sports retweeted
🚨 We’re hiring! @CDNParalympics is looking for a Classification and Wellness Officer who will play a vital role in strengthening the Paralympic System in Canada. 🇨🇦🏅
👉💻 Submit your application by November 18, 2024: bit.ly/40AhHfs
ALT A "We’re Hiring" graphic for an Officer, Classification and Wellness role, featuring Canadian Paralympian Ashlynn Renneberg in a red Canadian jacket talking with her coach who is reaching out to offer a supportive handshake. The background shows a blurred crowd, creating a focused, warm atmosphere at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.
BC Wheelchair Sports retweeted
On Friday, our Burnaby staff took part in a networking event at the @RichmondOval with our BC SCI Network partners @SCI_BC, @DisabilityFdn, @BCWBS, and @BCWSA.
#NeilSquire #BCSCINetwork #Collaboration #SpinalCordInjury #CreativeEmploymentOptions #Solutions @MakerMakeChange
ALT Neil Squire's Burnaby staff well-represented at the BC SCI Network meeting.
ALT Jody and Eric presenting on AI and assistive technology at the event.
ALT Khatidja and Didi riding the bobsleigh simulator at the Richmond Olympic Oval.
ALT Executive Director Gary Birch presenting on Neil Squire to BC SCI Network partners.
BC Wheelchair Sports retweeted
Coach Patrick Côté believes in collaboration and respect: "Together, we can find answers."
Read more about his approach as we prepare for the Paralympics:
ownthepodium.org/en-ca/Pursu…
Shout out to our guys Trevor Hirschfield, Byron Green and Joel Ewert and the rest of the squad named to the 2024 @CDNParalympics Wheelchair Rugby Team heading to Paris.
Thrilled to share that 12 exceptional wheelchair rugby athletes have been nominated to represent Canada at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games! 🏉🇨🇦
@wcrugbycanada I #Paris2024 #CanadianParalympicTeam #WheelchairRugby #GreatnessMovesUs
paralympic.ca/news/canadas-w…
BC Wheelchair Sports retweeted
50 DAYS AWAY FROM THE PARALYMPICS
One of the last stops in our @cbcsports HQ before heading to France on Monday. The excitement is building.
The final push to Paris 2024. Check out these 🇨🇦@WCBballCanada t-shirts to support the teams at the Paralympics: tinyurl.com/368n46xf
Seven emerging talents will compete in the Junior Division at the ITF Futures Vancouver International Wheelchair Tennis Tournament - Thursday through Sunday at Kits Beach.
bcwheelchairsports.com/news-…
BC Wheelchair Sports retweeted
The countdown is ON⏱
50 days until the #Paris2024 Paralympics 👏🎆 @CDNParalympics
BC Wheelchair Sports retweeted
From day one dreams to the world stage, our Canadian Para athletes are showing the world how #GreatnessMovesUs. 🌟 Watch our new video, launched with @cbcsports and @RC_Sports today, and celebrate the spirit of the #ParalympicMovement
youtube.com/watch?v=K2h3t8Bp…
BC Wheelchair Sports retweeted
Our Designated Sport Organizations continue to #MakeSportBetter! 🌟
All designated sport organizations help to advance the Ministry’s Pathways to Sport and create sport experiences that are welcoming, diverse, and safe: viasport.ca/organizations/?_….
BC Wheelchair Sports retweeted
Tomorrow marks 50 days until the Paralympics and landmarks across Canada will light up in either red, violet or gold.
It's called “IGNITE the Lights Across Canada”
Here's the list to see if landmarks are lighting up in your city: paralympic.ca/ignitecanada/
Thanks to @KamThisWeek for coming out to this weekend's ITF Futures Kamloops Legacy Wheelchair Tennis Tournament at the Kamloops Tennis Centre! cfjctoday.com/2024/07/05/whe…
RT @viaSportBC: Announcing our 2024/25 Designated Organizations!
Our Designated Provincial Sport Organizations ensure that the sport you a…
BC Wheelchair Sports retweeted
"I really do think that the Paralympic Movement is about diversity, about inclusion," two-time Paralympian Robyn Love 🇬🇧 says.
#Paralympics #GameChangers #WheelchairBasketball @_IWBF @ParalympicsGB @Robyn_Love13
The ITF Futures Kamloops Legacy Wheelchair Tennis Tournament starts this Friday at the Kamloops Tennis Centre! Check out our Tournament Preview: bcwheelchairsports.com/news-…
BC Wheelchair Sports retweeted
Proud moment for @AthleticsCanada athletes! Nine athletes have met the standard for Paris 2024, including seven first-time Paralympic hopefuls. 🇨🇦🎉
The official team announcement will be announced at a later date. 📆
paralympic.ca/news/nine-para…
BC Wheelchair Sports retweeted
Para athletics notebook: Bell Track and Field Trials @AthleticsCanada paralympic.ca/news/para-athl…
Thomas Venos is Canada's top-ranked athlete in the Men's Open Division. He's currently 54th in the world, having a banner season in 2024 with one ITF Singles and 3 ITF Doubles titles added to his collection.
We're hosting the ITF Futures Kamloops Legacy Wheelchair Tennis Tournament this weekend at the Kamloops Tennis Centre. Elite wheelchair tennis athletes from across Canada and the world will compete in the Men's, Women's, Quad, and Junior Divisions.
Open to the public and free!
