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  • ‘More than the Game’: Jennifer Krempien reflects on a Hall of Fame career

    Apr 20, 2026
    A five-time Paralympian and three-time gold medallist, Krempien is recognized for her contributions to the sport Jennifer Krempien’s journey in wheelchair basketball began with a simple introduction at a young age. She was just nine years old when she first discovered the game—an experience that would evolve into a decorated career with Team Canada. Fresh […]

  • Northern Lights cap perfect weekend with Division 1 gold on home court at CWBL Finals

    Apr 19, 2026
    Fraser Valley took Division 2 gold with unbeaten tournament (EDMONTON, Alta.) – The Alberta Northern Lights capped an unbeaten run at the 2026 CWBL Finals with a 63–52 victory over Variety Village on Sunday afternoon in Edmonton. The win sealed a perfect 4–0 record on home court. “It’s unreal, all 10 of our players worked […]

  • WBC announces award winners, inducts Gary McPherson, Roy Sherman and 1980s Alberta Northern Lights into HOF

    Apr 19, 2026
    (EDMONTON, Alta.) – Wheelchair Basketball Canada (WBC) was thrilled to announce a pair of award winners and a trio of Hall of Fame inductees during the Canadian Wheelchair Basketball League (CWBL) Final in Edmonton, Alta., on Saturday. For her exemplary leadership, Parker Cooke was awarded the Leadership Excellence honour, while Hayes Cooke was named the […]

  • Alberta Northern Lights, Variety Village to play for gold in Division 1 at CWBL Finals

    Apr 19, 2026
    All-B.C. final in Division 2 gold medal game will see Fraser Valley square off against Prince George on Sunday (EDMONTON, Alta. ) – The Alberta Northern Lights and Variety Village are set to clash for Division 1 gold at the 2026 CWBL Finals on Sunday in Edmonton. Alberta secured its place in the championship game […]

  • Alberta Northern Lights, Variety Village undefeated after Day 1 of play at the CWBL Finals

    Apr 18, 2026
    Fraser Valley, Prince George perfect in Division 2 in Edmonton Photo courtesy Rob Hislop. (EDMONTON, Alta.) – The Alberta Northern Lights and Variety Village remain unbeaten in Division 1 after an impressive opening day at the 2026 CWBL Finals in Edmonton. Alberta set the tone Friday afternoon with a hard-fought 58–51 victory over the Twin […]

  • A legacy that still shines: honouring the 1980s Alberta Northern Lights

    Apr 13, 2026
    From national titles to grassroots innovation, the 1980s Alberta Northern Lights helped define an era of excellence while laying the foundation for the future of wheelchair basketball in Canada In the landscape of Canadian wheelchair basketball, few teams have left a mark as enduring—or as influential—as the 1980s Alberta Northern Lights. Now, as they take […]

  • Wheelchair Basketball Canada adopts Canadian Safe Sport Program at all sanctioned events

    Apr 09, 2026
    All participants will need to complete a waiver to compete at National events (OTTAWA, Ont.) – Wheelchair Basketball Canada (WBC) is proud to announce the adoption of the Canadian Safe Sport Program (CSSP) across all national events, beginning with the 2026 Canadian Wheelchair Basketball League (CWBL) Finals. This important step reinforces WBC’s ongoing commitment to […]

  • Roy Sherman’s impact still looms large in Canadian wheelchair basketball

    Apr 08, 2026
    From Team Canada to the Alberta Northern Lights, Sherman’s quiet greatness left a lasting mark on the game Roy Sherman never seemed interested in the spotlight. As he prepares to be inducted into the Wheelchair Basketball Canada Hall of Fame, his instinct is not to celebrate himself, but to deflect attention elsewhere. “It’s just not […]

  • Canadian Wheelchair Basketball League (CWBL) Finals Set for April 17–19 in Edmonton

    Apr 07, 2026
    National championship event to bring together athletes from across the country and introduce new Division 3 competition and revamped minis division (OTTAWA, Ont.) — The Canadian wheelchair basketball community will come together this spring as the Canadian Wheelchair Basketball League (CWBL) Finals tip off at the Saville Community Sports Centre from April 17–19, 2026, in […]

  • Hall of Fame honours Gary McPherson’s lifelong commitment to wheelchair basketball

    Mar 30, 2026
    Through decades of volunteer leadership, McPherson helped guide the Alberta Northern Lights and advance wheelchair sport nationally For more than three decades, Gary McPherson helped shape the trajectory of wheelchair basketball in Canada. A coach, administrator, mentor, and tireless volunteer, McPherson devoted his life to ensuring that athletes with disabilities had the opportunity to compete, […]

  • From Rehab to the Maple Leaf: Dylan Cannan’s journey in Wheelchair Basketball

    Mar 24, 2026
    After a life-altering injury at 19, the Innisfree native found his way back to sport through wheelchair basketball While wheelchair basketball games are often loud and full of energy, Dylan Cannan prefers the quiet calm of the open fields. Born and raised in Innisfree, Alta., Cannan grew up in a busy household as the youngest […]

  • From Player to Mentor: Westley Johnston’s transition to coaching

    Mar 17, 2026
    A fibrous dysplasia diagnosis forced the Summerside native to pivot to wheelchair basketball — now he’s helping guide the next generation For Westley Johnston, basketball has always been more than a game. It’s been a constant through injury, reinvention, and now his transition to coaching. Johnston first discovered wheelchair basketball after a difficult stretch in […]

  • 2026 Domestic Championships Officials Confirmed

    Mar 10, 2026
    Twenty-nine referees, 10 classifiers and five referee supervisors will oversee the three tournaments (OTTAWA, ONT – March 10, 2026) – Wheelchair Basketball Canada has confirmed the 44 classifiers, referee supervisors and referees selected to officiate three national tournaments as the 2026 domestic championship season tips off in April. The championship schedule begins with the Canadian […]

  • WBC celebrates the life and legacy of Paul Bowes

    Mar 03, 2026
    (OTTAWA, Ont.) – Wheelchair Basketball Canada (WBC) extends heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Paul Bowes, who passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026. A pillar of the Canadian and international wheelchair basketball community, Bowes’ passion, leadership and dedication transformed the lives of countless athletes. Born in Woodstock, Ont., Bowes’ journey in wheelchair […]

  • 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 […]

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