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Cindy Ouellet is determined to build herself a new hip. The six-time Paralympian, who will soon begin her PhD in Neuroscience at Laval University, intends to create a prosthetic that is more technologically advanced and comfortable to wear than her current build. CBC | Sports News
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Paralympians shine in City of Light: a look back at unforgettable moments from Paris 2024
The 17th Summer Paralympic Games in Paris showcased the monumental power of Para sport and the awe-inspiring athleticism of its competitors, giving us a wealth of unforgettable highlights, inspiring displays and tear-jerking triumphs. CBC | Sports News
Read More »Navigating the complications of financial aid an additional challenge for Canada’s Paralympians
Amidst the pomp and circumstance of the Paris 2024 festivities, the financial realities of being an international athlete are garnering more attention. The situation is often more dire for Paralympians who, like many disabled Canadians, face the additional challenge of navigating complicated assistance channels. CBC | Sports News
Read More »Money for medals can help Canadian Paralympians beyond their bank accounts
On Wednesday, the Canadian Paralympic Committee announced it was receiving an endowment of $ 8 million to pay Canadian Paralympians $ 20,000 for gold medals, $ 15,000 for silver and $ 10,000 for bronze. The long- and short-term effects of the newly added incentive, however, remain to be seen. CBC | Sports News
Read More »Libby Clegg health: Why is Dancing On Ice star blind? Paralympian’s condition explained
LIBBY CLEGG was saved by the judges once again while competing in the skate off. Now set to compete in the semi-finals of Dancing On Ice, fans may forget the Paralympian is medically blind. Daily Express :: Life and Style Feed
Read More »Canada’s Paralympians soared to new heights in the 2010s
Canada easily earned its best decade of Winter Paralympics results ever, and capped it off by blowing away the previous single Games record with 28 medals in Pyeongchang. Its 10 gold medals in Vancouver still stands as the national mark. Oh, and there were 60 Summer Paralympics medals mixed in, too. CBC | Sports News
Read More »Canadian Paralympians to IOC, IPC: Ban Russia from Winter Games
Hockey Canada CEO Tom Renney has signed a letter asking the Kontinental Hockey League to allow its players to participate in the upcoming Winter Olympics, the organization confirmed to CBC Sports. CBC | Sports News
Read More »Canadian Paralympians to watch in Pyeongchang
Canada is once again expected to send a strong contingent of athletes to the 2018 Winter Paralympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Here are some key Canadians to keep an eye on when the Games begin in 100 days. CBC | Sports News
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