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2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Bilingual Experience

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:26:09 PST

Vancouver 2010 promises bilingual experience so all Canadians can share in excitement of Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

2010 Paralympic Winter Games School Activities and Lesson Plans

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:11:24 PST

Canadian Paralympic Committee invites schools to join in the Paralympic Spirit. With five months to go until the opening of the 2010 Paralympic Winter Games, and on the occasion of Paralympic School Week, the Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) is encouraging teachers and students across the country to show their support for Paralympic Team Canada.

Princess Royal Unveils New Home of British Olympic and Paralympic Sport

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:12:05 PST

An exciting new chapter in the history of British sport officially commenced today as British Olympic Association President Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal officially opened the new home of British Olympic and Paralympic sport in a ceremony attended by representatives from British Olympic and Paralympic sport, athletes and London 2012 partners.

Hooters Donates Over $20,000 to Special Olympics

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:59:25 PST

On October 5th Hooters of Central Carolina will present a check for $20,419 to Keith Fishburne, CEO of Special Olympics North Carolina.

Paraplegic Chris Waddell Climbs Mount Kilimanjaro

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 11:54:38 PST

Former Paralympian Chris Waddell became the first paraplegic to reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa's highest mountain, on his own power.

2016 Paralympic Games to be Held in Rio de Janeiro

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 11:38:43 PST

Following three rounds of voting by eligible IOC members, Rio de Janeiro eventually triumphed by taking 66 votes from a possible 98. Other Candidate cities competing for the right to host the 2016 Games were Chicago (United States), Tokyo (Japan) and Madrid (Spain).

Jerry Johnston Awarded IPC Paralympic Order for 2009

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:50:59 PST

The Canadian Paralympic Committee extends congratulations to Canadian Jerry Johnston, an advocate of skiing for persons with a disability. Mr. Johnston has received the Paralympic Order for 2009 from the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).

Taipei Deaflympics Closing Ceremony

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:15:47 PST

The 21st Summer Deaflympics ended in Taipei on Tuesday with fireworks, drumming and a massive open-air banquet that showcased local Taiwanese delicacies. In authentic Taiwanese traditions, 350 round tables were set up for a big "ban de", a party or celebration with catered food, in Taiwanese.

Volunteers Needed for 2010 Paralympics Opening, Closing Ceremonies

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 12:08:59 PST

Organizers of the 2010 Paralympic Winter Games have put out a call for 5,000 volunteers for the opening and closing ceremonies.

Tokyo 2009 Asian Youth Paralympic Games

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 10:19:48 PST

As it enters the final stages of the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games bidding race, Tokyo 2016 has given an enthusiastic welcome to the start of the Tokyo 2009 Asian Youth Para Games. The event sees around 500 young people with disabilities from across the continent compete over three days of elite competition Japan's dynamic capital city.

Opening and Closing Ceremonies of Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:46:54 PST

Fifteen Canadians with expertise in costumes, lighting, music, and stage direction are joining the creative team tasked with orchestrating the magical and awe-inspiring moments celebrating the dramatic achievements of Paralympians at the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games.

Blind Texan From Germany To Challenge 6 day Ultra-marathon Record

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 10:53:13 PST

Jeffrey Taylor Norris, a runner from Texas who settled in Germany after a 1992 head injury that lead to blindness, isn't really trying to set a world record as he take part in the 6-day Run for your Children's Sake charity race in Gothenburg, Sweden beginning Sunday, August 30.

European and Open Para Equestrian Championship Results

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:37:12 PST

News and results from the European and Open Para Equestrian Championship from the Epona Riding Centre in Norway.

Crossing the Indian Ocean with a Disability

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 11:51:04 PST

After 58 days 15 hours and 8 minutes it is the fastest crossing of the Indian Ocean by oar and the first eight person mixed crew. Helen Taylor and I became the first women to row across the Indian Ocean and I became the first disabled woman to not only row across the Indian but to have rowed across 2 oceans.

2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Competition Venues

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 19:00:12 PST

Article examines some of the venues for the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic games in Canada. Includes post games usage of venues and stadiums.

SkiAbility - Water Skiing and Wakeboarding for Persons with Disabilities

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:54:34 PST

SkiAbility is an organization with an approach to providing access to the sports of water skiing and wakeboarding for persons with disabilities. They emphasize the, "ability," in disability and aim to remove barriers to summer water activities. SkiAbility is an initiative of Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada, which serves the Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec regions of Canada.

The Able Disabled - European Para Equestrian Championship

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 07:02:38 PST

After losing his arms in a childhood accident Cato Zahl Pedersen has motivated and shown the world that the impossible is possible. He has skied to the South Pole, achieved 13 gold medals in summer and winter Paralympics and climbed almost to the top of Mount Everest.

International Paralympic Day in Vancouver

Sat, 11 Jul 2009 11:33:40 PST

On the eve of International Paralympic Day, and with exactly eight months to go before the start of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games, the Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) hosted a dramatic display of Paralympic sport, against the backdrop of Vancouver's urban skyline.

AMS Vans Spotlights Atlanta Wolfpack

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:01:36 PST

In an effort to further the message of everyone deserves to lead a full and independent life, AMS Vans has chosen to highlight the Atlanta Wolfpack, top competitors in wheelchair events in the South East.

Disability Archery and Bowhunting - Sports for All Abilities

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:34:56 PST

Archery is a sport that nearly anyone can pursue, despite the disability they experience. Target archery itself has been a Paralympic sport for greater than thirty years. The Paralympic program includes doubles, singles, and team events which use the same scoring and competition protocols as the Olympic games. The governing body is the Federation Internationale de Tir L'Arc, or the Federation of International Target Archery (FITA).