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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, […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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, […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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, […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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. […] Read more

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 […] Read more

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. […] Read more

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 […] Read more

Over 1,500 individuals set to participate in Wheelchair Basketball Week 2025

Sep 08, 2025 – National initiative showcases events across Canada to grow awareness, participation and support for the sport OTTAWA, ONT.  – Wheelchair Basketball Canada (WBC) will host the fourth annual Wheelchair Basketball Week, from Sept. 22–28, 2025. In partnership with our Provincial Sport Organizations and community clubs, Wheelchair Basketball Week will feature 55 events across 10 provinces, welcoming […] Read more

Thrilling bronze medal clash: Canada pushes Colombia to the limit at Americas Cup

Aug 21, 2025 – The SMNT leave Bogota as the fourth seed Team Canada fought to the final seconds of Wednesday’s bronze medal game, coming up just short in a 48-47 thriller against the host, Colombia, to conclude the 2025 IWBF Americas Cup in Bogotá. Ibrahim Odza paced the Senior Men’s National Team (SMNT) with 16 points, shooting an […] Read more

Team Canada set for bronze-medal showdown with Colombia at Americas Cup

Aug 20, 2025 – The SMNT dropped a 70-57 decision to the U.S. in Tuesday’s semifinal Team Canada pushed the United States for three quarters but ultimately fell 70-57 in semifinals action at the 2025 IWBF Americas Cup on Tuesday in Bogotá, Colombia. The Senior Men’s National Team (SMNT) will face the host, Colombia, in Wednesday’s bronze medal game […] Read more

Canada set for semifinal showdown with USA at Americas Cup

Aug 18, 2025 – The SMNT topped Mexico 63-47 in Monday’s quarterfinal Team Canada punched its ticket to the semifinals with a 63-47 win over Mexico in quarterfinal action at the 2025 IWBF Americas Cup in Bogotá, Colombia, on Monday. The win earns the Senior Men’s National Team (SMNT) a spot in Tuesday’s semifinals against the United States with […] Read more

Canada closes group play with win over Venezuela at IWBF Americas Cup

Aug 17, 2025 – The SMNT will face Mexico in the quarterfinals on Monday in Bogota Team Canada closed out group play at the 2025 IWBF Americas Cup with a 58–38 victory over Venezuela on Sunday in Bogotá, Colombia. With the win, Canada will face Mexico in the quarterfinals on Monday at 4:15 p.m. EDT/1:15 p.m. PDT. Ibrahim Odza […] Read more

Canada earns win over Puerto Rico at IWBF Americas Cup

Aug 16, 2025 – The SMNT topped Puerto Rico 67-29 on Saturday morning Team Canada earned its first win at the IWBF Americas Cup, rolling past Puerto Rico 67-29 on Saturday morning in Bogotá, Colombia. Reed De’Aeth led the way with a game-high 22 points and three rebounds, while Colin Higgins added 13 points, five rebounds, and three assists. […] Read more

Canada battles Argentina in hard-fought Americas Cup opener

Aug 15, 2025 – Garrett Ostepchuk paced Canada with 13 points on Friday Canada opened men’s division play at the 2025 IWBF Americas Cup with a gritty 63-47 loss to Argentina on Friday morning in Bogotá, Colombia. Garrett Ostepchuk led the Senior Men’s National Team with 13 points and four assists, while Colin Higgins contributed nine points, 13 rebounds, […] Read more

Canada claims Bronze at IWBF Americas Cup

Aug 15, 2025 – The SWNT edged Argentina 63-51 on Thursday Team Canada finished the IWBF Americas Cup on a winning note, downing Argentina 63-51 on Thursday in Bogotá, Colombia, to secure the bronze medal. “I think during our pool, when we played Brazil, it was a tough game – they showed us what competing is like, especially for […] Read more

Canada to play Argentina for bronze at the IWBF Americas Cup

Aug 14, 2025 – The SWNT lost a hard-fought battle 75-45 in Wednesday’s semifinals Team Canada will compete for bronze at the 2025 IWBF Americas Cup after reaching the semifinals, falling 75-45 to the United States on Wednesday in Bogotá, Colombia. The Senior Women’s National Team (SWNT) faces Argentina on Thursday at 4:15 p.m. EDT / 1:15 p.m. PDT. […] Read more

Canada advances to semifinals with win over Mexico at Americas Cup

Aug 12, 2025 – The SWNT will meet the United States in the semifinals on Wednesday Team Canada is headed to the semifinals at the IWBF Americas Cup following a convincing 78-20 win over Mexico on Tuesday afternoon in Bogotá, Colombia. The Senior Women’s National Team (SWNT) will take on the United States on Wednesday at 4:15 p.m. EDT […] Read more

Canada closes group play with commanding win over Colombia at Americas Cup

Aug 12, 2025 – SWNT to play Mexico in Tuesday’s quarterfinals Arinn Young and Élodie Tessier powered Team Canada to a 62-31 victory over host Colombia on Monday night, closing out group play at the IWBF Americas Cup. With the win, the Senior Women’s National Team (SWNT) secured a 2-1 record—second in Group B behind Brazil—and will face Mexico […] Read more

Team Canada dominates El Salvador in victory at Americas Cup

Aug 10, 2025 – The SWNT picked up a commanding 93-10 victory in Group B play on Sunday Arinn Young poured in a game-high 41 points to lead the Senior Women’s National Team to a 93–10 win over El Salvador, securing their first victory at the 2025 IWBF Americas Cup on Sunday in Bogotá, Colombia. “I feel like we […] Read more

Canada opens Americas Cup with hard-fought battle against Brazil

Aug 09, 2025 – Arinn Young recorded a double-double in Saturday’s game. Team Canada tipped off the 2025 IWBF Americas Cup with a competitive 70-62 battle against Brazil in Bogotá, Colombia, on Saturday afternoon. “We knew that Brazil was going to come out strong,” said Élodie Tessier. “They are a very physical team and have been playing together for […] Read more

Sixteen and soaring: Ibrahim Odza’s road to the Senior National Team

Aug 05, 2025 – The Toronto native is set to suit up with the SMNT at the Americas Cup Ibrahim Odza always had his sights set on the Senior Men’s National Team. As he prepares to represent Canada at the 2025 IWBF Americas Cup, the 16-year-old admits even he’s surprised by how quickly his game has progressed. At the […] Read more

Double Gold: Canadian men, women finish atop podium at 3×3 World Championships

Aug 03, 2025 – Women defeated Spain 17-12, while Men topped Spain 14-9 on Sunday Canada’s men’s and women’s wheelchair basketball teams both defeated Spain on Sunday to capture gold at the inaugural 2025 IWBF 3×3 Open World Championships in Sun City, South Africa. The women topped Spain 17-12 to complete the 3×3 Open World Championships undefeated. “Spain came […] Read more

Canadian men and women advance to semifinals at 3×3 World Championships

Aug 02, 2025 – Women to play GB, men will face Austria on Sunday The Canadian women punched their ticket to the semifinals at the IWBF 3×3 Open World Championships after securing back-to-back wins on Saturday in Sun City, South Africa. Team Canada capped off pool play, cruising past South Africa 2 with a 17–3 victory to claim the […] Read more

Canadian women undefeated, men second in pool after Day 1 at 3×3 World Championships

Aug 01, 2025 – Women perfect at 2-0, while men 2-1 to close out Friday The Canadian women tipped off the inaugural IWBF 3×3 Open World Championships with back-to-back wins on Friday in Sun City, South Africa. They opened the tournament with a 14–7 victory over Spain, a game captain Kady Dandeneau called an early adjustment period. “We got […] Read more

Canadian rosters finalized for 2025 IWBF Americas Cup

Jul 29, 2025 – Eleven women and 12 men will represent Canada at the Worlds qualifier OTTAWA, ONT. – Wheelchair Basketball Canada officially named the 23 athletes selected to represent the men’s and women’s National Teams at the 2025 IWBF Americas Cup, set for Aug. 9–20, 2025, in Bogotá, Colombia. The Americas Cup serves as a qualification tournament for […] Read more

Twenty-eight athletes to participate in NextGen Camp

Jul 23, 2025 – The five-day camp will be held at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre in Scarborough OTTAWA, ONT. — Wheelchair Basketball Canada has announced the 28 athletes who will participate in the upcoming NextGen Camp, taking place from July 23-27, 2025, at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre in Scarborough, Ont. Led by Men’s Under-23 head […] Read more

Canadian rosters set for 2025 IWBF 3×3 Open Worlds

Jul 21, 2025 – The inaugural 3×3 World Championships will be held Aug. 1–3, 2025, at the Sun City resort in South Africa OTTAWA, ONT.  – Wheelchair Basketball Canada (WBC) is pleased to announce the athletes who will represent Team Canada at the 2025 IWBF 3×3 Open World Championships, scheduled to take place from Aug. 1-3, 2025, in Sun […] Read more

National Teams tip-off summer prep with camps in Toronto and Winnipeg

Jul 09, 2025 – SWNT in Winnipeg (July 11-16), SMNT in Toronto (July 11-15) OTTAWA, ONT. – The Senior Men’s National Team will host a training camp and a series of exhibition games against Great Britain from July 11–15, 2025, at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre before heading to São Paulo, Brazil, for a set of friendlies from […] Read more

Canada caps off Men’s U23 World Championship with win over Israel

Jun 19, 2025 – Team Canada finished the tournament in ninth OTTAWA, ONT. – Team Canada wrapped up its campaign at the IWBF Men’s Under-23 World Championship in São Paulo, Brazil, with a convincing 73-33 win over Israel on Thursday. With the victory, Canada concludes the U23 Worlds as the ninth seed. “It’s always good to close out on […] Read more

National Team Selection Camp set for Ottawa

Jun 19, 2025 – The six-day camp at Algonquin College includes a media day on Friday, June 27 OTTAWA, ONT. – Wheelchair Basketball Canada will host a National Team selection camp at Algonquin College in Ottawa, Ont., from June 24-29, 2025. The six-day camp will bring together 30 athletes for a combination of on- and off-court sessions as our […] Read more

Canada tops Thailand at Men’s U23 Worlds

Jun 18, 2025 – Team Canada will play in Thursday’s ninth-place game OTTAWA, ONT. – Ibrahim Odza poured in a game-high 26 points to lead Canada past Thailand 70-22 on Wednesday at the IWBF Men’s Under-23 World Championship in São Paulo, Brazil. Team Canada will conclude play at the U23 Worlds on Thursday morning in the ninth-place game against Israel. […] Read more

Canada wraps group play with tough battle against Germany at Men’s U23 Worlds

Jun 17, 2025 – Team Canada plays Thailand on Wednesday morning (OTTAWA, ONT.) – Team Canada closed out group play on Tuesday at the IWBF Men’s Under-23 World Championship in São Paulo, Brazil, with a tough 87-41 loss to Germany. Ibrahim Odza led the way with 13 points and six rebounds, while Thai Milton added nine points and three […] Read more

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