Formerly known as the Ontario Wheelchair Sports Association, our mission at the Ontario Para Network (ONPARA) is together with our partners, to grow awareness and opportunities for adaptive sports in Ontario. As the governing body for three wheelchair sports in the province, we strive to increase opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in wheelchair athletics, wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby, and wheelchair tennis at recreational, competitive, and high performance levels.The Ontario Para Network (ONPARA) is a not-for-profit provincial sport organization and the recognized governing body for wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby, and wheelchair tennis in Ontario.We provide support and a variety of programs and services to our members and clubs in order to encourage athletes with a disability to get active, have fun, and challenge themselves through the power of sport.- Find and join local wheelchair athletics, basketball, rugby, or tennis club/program in your area.- Try out our sports first-hand through our Bridging the Gap "Have A Go" sessions and other introductory wheelchair sports programs and events.- Compete in your chosen sport at tournaments, meets, and events at the local, provincial, and national level.- Rent a sport wheelchair through the Wheelchair Loans Program.- Discover various funding opportunities for wheelchair athletes, such as Quest for Gold, bursaries, and grants.Visit our website to learn more or become an ONPARA member today!