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Focused on the Future: Simon Mazi-Keep refining his game for the next stage
Feb 24, 2026
The 17-year-old is in the lab working on his game and preparing for the 2026 domestic calendar After donning the red and white twice in 2025, Simon Mazi-Keep is carrying the lessons of the international stage into the next chapter of his game — focused on sharpening his skills and raising his overall impact. The […] -
WBC receives Government of Ontario funding in support of Ottawa 2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships
Feb 13, 2026
Neil Lumsden, Minister of Sport, made the announcement on Friday at the Toronto Cup OTTAWA, ONT. – The Government of Ontario announced an investment of $1.5 million to support the 2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships, to be held in Ottawa, Ont., from Sept. 9-19. The funding will help Wheelchair Basketball Canada (WBC) deliver a […] -
From Athlete to Mentor: How Josh Davies is giving back to the next generation of wheelchair basketball athletes
Feb 10, 2026
The London, Ont. native will be on Team Ontario’s bench for Junior Nationals in June For Josh Davies, the Canada Games experience has been transformative — both on the court and in his personal journey. As an athlete, Davies competed in two Canada Games representing his home province of Ontario. Now on the bench, he’s […] -
National Team athletes to build competitive experience in 2026 Toronto Cup
Feb 02, 2026
Neil Lumsden, Ontario’s Minister of Sport will join WBC to celebrate wheelchair basketball OTTAWA, ONT. – The Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre will host the 2026 Toronto Cup from Feb. 13–15, bringing together Senior National Team and NextGen athletes for three days of high-level wheelchair basketball competition. The Toronto Cup provides National Team athletes with […] -
From Tucson to Team Canada: Brandon Louie chasing big goals in 2026
Jan 27, 2026
The 21-year-old Econ major is hoping to crack the SMNT Brandon Louie has his sights set on a big 2026 season on the court. At the club level, the 21-year-old University of Arizona student is aiming to help the Wildcats—hosts of the Intercollegiate Wheelchair Basketball National Championships—capture back-to-back titles in March. On the international stage, […] -
Happy Holidays
Dec 23, 2025
Wheelchair Basketball Canada would like to wish everyone a joyful and safe holiday season, filled with peace, warmth, and happiness. As we look ahead to the new year, we thank you for your continued support and wish you success and good health in the months to come. Please note that the WBC office will be […] -
Hoopfest presented by TD Bank Group raises nearly $50,000
Dec 15, 2025
Funds raised support grassroots wheelchair basketball and the Ottawa 2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships OTTAWA, ONT. – Hoopfest 2025 presented by TD Bank Group tipped off in Ottawa and Toronto, Ont., raising nearly $50,000 in support of grassroots wheelchair basketball and the Ottawa 2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships. “On behalf of Wheelchair Basketball Canada, […] -
Wheelchair Basketball Canada Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
Nov 26, 2025
The class will be formally inducted during official ceremonies in spring 2026 OTTAWA, ONT. – Wheelchair Basketball Canada is pleased to announce that Jamie Borisoff, Jennifer Krempien, Dean MacKinnon, Gary McPherson and Roy Sherman, along with the 1980s Alberta Northern Lights and the 2025 3×3 World Championship teams, will be inducted into the Wheelchair Basketball […] -
Annual Officials Exam now available
Nov 24, 2025
Deadline to complete is Dec. 19, 2025 The 2025-26 Officials Exam is now available! Deadline: Complete the exam by 5:00 p.m. EST on Dec. 19, 2025, to be eligible for postseason assignments. The exam is free and open to all interested coaches, athletes, and participants. Click here to access the exam. For more information, please contact: Kathleen […] -
Team Canada rallies past Argentina to claim men’s gold at Youth Parapan Am Games
Nov 08, 2025
Odza scores 27 as Canada rallies past Argentina 61-54 OTTAWA, ONT. – Team Canada held off a late push from Argentina to secure a 61–54 victory and claim gold in the men’s 5-on-5 tournament on Friday at the 2025 Youth Parapan American Games in Santiago, Chile. Ibrahim Odza led the way with a game-high 27 […] -
Canada advances to men’s gold medal game at 2025 Youth Parapan American Games
Nov 07, 2025
Team Canada topped Brazil 79-49 in Thursday’s semifinals OTTAWA, ONT. – Team Canada sealed its spot in the gold medal game with a convincing 79–49 victory over Brazil on Thursday at the 2025 Americas Youth Parapan Games in Santiago, Chile. With the win, Canada improved to 6-0 and will face Argentina for top spot in […] -
Canada captures Women’s 3×3 gold; Men move on to semifinals at Youth Parapan Am Games
Nov 06, 2025
Canada completed a perfect 7–0 run in the women’s 3×3 tournament OTTAWA, ONT. – Team Canada capped off an outstanding week in Santiago with a 15–4 victory over Colombia in Wednesday’s women’s 3×3 final to claim gold at the 2025 Youth Parapan American Games. With the win, Canada completed a perfect 7–0 run, averaging 15 […] -
Women’s 3×3 team to play for gold; men’s squad set to face Argentina in round robin finale at Youth Parapan Am Games
Nov 05, 2025
Canada will face Colombia for gold in women’s 3×3 action on Wednesday OTTAWA, ONT. – Team Canada is through to the gold medal game in women’s 3×3 competition at the 2025 Youth Parapan American Games in Santiago, Chile. Canada will take on Colombia for gold on Wednesday at 6:05 p.m. EST. “Our game plan was […] -
Canada rallies past Colombia in men’s play, women remain unbeaten in 3×3 at the Youth Parapan American Games
Nov 04, 2025
Ibrahim Odza led Canada with 18 points in a come-from-behind victory OTTAWA, ONT. – Team Canada battled back to earn a 53-51 win over Colombia in men’s 5-on-5 play at the 2025 Youth Parapan American Games on Monday, improving to 3-0 in Santiago, Chile. Canada turned up the defensive intensity in the fourth quarter, limiting […] -
Canada defeats Mexico in men’s play; women undefeated in 3×3 at the Youth Parapan Am Games
Nov 03, 2025
Canada dominates Mexico and Colombia, outscoring opponents 26–2 in women’s 3×3 play OTTAWA, ONT. –The women’s 3×3 tournament tipped off Sunday at the Youth Parapan American Games with Team Canada opening strong, earning back-to-back victories to start their campaign in Santiago, Chile. Canada cruised past Mexico 11–1 in their opener before rolling to a 15–1 […] -
Team Canada tops Brazil 76–34 to open Youth Parapan American Games
Nov 01, 2025
Canada shoots 46 per cent from the field and forces 25 turnovers to power past Brazil in its Youth Parapan opener OTTAWA, ONT. – Team Canada cruised to a 76-34 win over Brazil to open the men’s wheelchair basketball competition at the 2025 Youth Parapan American Games in Santiago, Chile, on Saturday. Ibrahim Odza led […] -
Elise Froese to carry flag for Canada at Youth Parapan Opening Ceremony
Oct 30, 2025
Elise Froese and Harry Nickerson (men’s goalball team) will carry the flag for Canada in the Opening Ceremony. Froese, from Victoria, B.C., first competed for Canada internationally at the U25 women’s world championships in 2023. The 19-year-old recently made her senior national team debut at the 2025 Americas Cup in Bogota, where Canada won bronze. […] -
Team Canada rosters selected for Youth Parapan American Games
Oct 09, 2025
The Games takes place Oct. 31-Nov. 9, 2025 OTTAWA, ONT. — Wheelchair Basketball Canada is proud to announce the 16 athletes who will represent Team Canada in wheelchair basketball at the 2025 Youth Parapan American Games in Santiago, Chile, from Oct. 31-Nov.9, 2025. Four athletes will represent Team Canada in the Women’s 3×3 Division, including […] -
WBC launches updated registration process for its 2026 domestic championships calendar
Oct 07, 2025
Early team registration deadline is Nov. 30, 2025 OTTAWA, ONT. – Wheelchair Basketball Canada is now accepting team registrations for the 2026 domestic championships calendar. Teams that register by Nov. 30, 2025, will benefit from discounted rates and receive monthly tournament updates. Registration will remain open until Jan. 31, 2026; however, entries submitted after Nov. […] -
Wheelchair Basketball Week celebrates fourth year with coast-to-coast reach
Sep 29, 2025
OTTAWA, ONT. – Wheelchair Basketball Week 2025 wrapped up successfully on Sept. 28, uniting communities across Canada in celebration of the sport’s inclusivity, athleticism and community spirit. “The fourth annual Wheelchair Basketball Week featured an incredible 1,600 participants taking part in events nationwide—including more than 100 nursing students attending a Try it event at Carleton […]