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Saskatchewan’s Braden Pettinger honoured with Hal Merrill Community Impact Award
Article, 2026-05-28
OTTAWA, Ont. — Braden Pettinger of Regina, Saskatchewan has been named the recipient of the 2026 Hal Merrill Community Impact Award, presented at the 2026 Wheelchair Rugby National Championships. Named in honour of the late Hal Merrill — a beloved figure in the Canadian wheelchair rugby community — the award recognizes individuals who embody the […]
Article, 2026-05-28
OTTAWA, Ont. — Braden Pettinger of Regina, Saskatchewan has been named the recipient of the 2026 Hal Merrill Community Impact Award, presented at the 2026 Wheelchair Rugby National Championships. Named in honour of the late Hal Merrill — a beloved figure in the Canadian wheelchair rugby community — the award recognizes individuals who embody the […]
Wheelchair Rugby Canada announces roster for 2026 Canada Cup
Announcement, 2026-05-20
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to announce the roster for the 2026 Canada Cup, taking place June 4–7, 2026, at the Richmond Olympic Oval in Richmond, British Columbia. Hosted by BC Wheelchair Sports, the Canada Cup has been held biennially since 2004 and is widely regarded as one of the premier wheelchair rugby tournaments outside […]
Announcement, 2026-05-20
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to announce the roster for the 2026 Canada Cup, taking place June 4–7, 2026, at the Richmond Olympic Oval in Richmond, British Columbia. Hosted by BC Wheelchair Sports, the Canada Cup has been held biennially since 2004 and is widely regarded as one of the premier wheelchair rugby tournaments outside […]
Team Ontario claims both titles at 2026 Wheelchair Rugby National Championships
Article, 2026-05-19
Ottawa, ON — The 2026 Wheelchair Rugby National Championships concluded this past weekend at the Carleton University Raven’s Nest in Ottawa, Ontario, with Team Ontario capturing gold in both Division One and Division Two competition. In Division One, Ontario Thunder defeated Québec 1 to claim the prestigious Campbell Cup, while Ontario Lightning secured the Division […]
Article, 2026-05-19
Ottawa, ON — The 2026 Wheelchair Rugby National Championships concluded this past weekend at the Carleton University Raven’s Nest in Ottawa, Ontario, with Team Ontario capturing gold in both Division One and Division Two competition. In Division One, Ontario Thunder defeated Québec 1 to claim the prestigious Campbell Cup, while Ontario Lightning secured the Division […]
Wheelchair Rugby Canada welcomes today’s federal announcement of a generational investment in the Canadian sport system
Announcement, 2026-04-28
We thank Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State for Sport, for their leadership and commitment to strengthening sport in Canada. Investments of this scale reflect ongoing collaboration and advocacy, and mark a meaningful advancement for athletes, organizations, and communities across the country. Continued invest
Announcement, 2026-04-28
We thank Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State for Sport, for their leadership and commitment to strengthening sport in Canada. Investments of this scale reflect ongoing collaboration and advocacy, and mark a meaningful advancement for athletes, organizations, and communities across the country. Continued invest
Team Canada set to compete at Japan Para Wheelchair Rugby Championships
Announcement, 2026-04-22
Wheelchair Rugby Canada (WRC) is pleased to announce its roster for the Japan Para Wheelchair Rugby Championships, scheduled for April 30 to May 3, 2026, in Chiba, Japan. The tournament, held at Chiba Port Arena, will serve as another key international competition as Team Canada continues its preparation for the 2026 World Championships in São […]
Announcement, 2026-04-22
Wheelchair Rugby Canada (WRC) is pleased to announce its roster for the Japan Para Wheelchair Rugby Championships, scheduled for April 30 to May 3, 2026, in Chiba, Japan. The tournament, held at Chiba Port Arena, will serve as another key international competition as Team Canada continues its preparation for the 2026 World Championships in São […]
Wheelchair Rugby Cannada announces recipients of 2026-2027 WILD Fund
Article, 2026-04-02
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to announce the three recipients of the 2026–2027 Women in Leadership Development (WILD) Fund, representing an ongoing investment in the next generation of leaders. From classification and administration to community-building this year’s recipients reflect the many ways women are strengthening and shaping the future of Wheelchair Rugby across Canada. Launched in 2025, […]
Article, 2026-04-02
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to announce the three recipients of the 2026–2027 Women in Leadership Development (WILD) Fund, representing an ongoing investment in the next generation of leaders. From classification and administration to community-building this year’s recipients reflect the many ways women are strengthening and shaping the future of Wheelchair Rugby across Canada. Launched in 2025, […]
Wheelchair Rugby Canada Announces First Women’s National Championship
Announcement, 2026-03-23
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is thrilled to announce that the first Women’s Wheelchair Rugby National Championship will take place April 24–26, 2026 in Montreal, Quebec. The championship will be held as part of the annual Défi sportif AlterGo, a major adaptive sport event that brings together more than 6,000 athletes competing across 15 sports. “This is […]
Announcement, 2026-03-23
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is thrilled to announce that the first Women’s Wheelchair Rugby National Championship will take place April 24–26, 2026 in Montreal, Quebec. The championship will be held as part of the annual Défi sportif AlterGo, a major adaptive sport event that brings together more than 6,000 athletes competing across 15 sports. “This is […]
Parasport New Brunswick Hosts Inaugural Maddog Memorial Tournament and Women’s Camp
Article, 2026-03-13
Wheelchair rugby athletes from across Canada gathered in Fredericton, New Brunswick for the inaugural Maddog Memorial Tournament, hosted by Parasport New Brunswick. The event honoured the legacy of the late Hal Merrill, a pioneering figure in the province’s parasport community. Merrill, a Paralympic track and field athlete, was one of Canada’s most accomplished Para throwers […]
Article, 2026-03-13
Wheelchair rugby athletes from across Canada gathered in Fredericton, New Brunswick for the inaugural Maddog Memorial Tournament, hosted by Parasport New Brunswick. The event honoured the legacy of the late Hal Merrill, a pioneering figure in the province’s parasport community. Merrill, a Paralympic track and field athlete, was one of Canada’s most accomplished Para throwers […]
A Candid Conversation with Mélanie Labelle: Building Space for Women in Sport
Uncategorized, 2026-03-08
On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the women who are not only competing at the highest level, but also shaping the future of sport for those who will follow. Mélanie Labelle is one of those leaders. A member of Canada’s National Wheelchair Rugby Team, Labelle has spent her career breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated, […]
Uncategorized, 2026-03-08
On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the women who are not only competing at the highest level, but also shaping the future of sport for those who will follow. Mélanie Labelle is one of those leaders. A member of Canada’s National Wheelchair Rugby Team, Labelle has spent her career breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated, […]
The GOOD Games bring Wheelchair Rugby to Chinook Blast in Calgary, Alberta
Article, 2026-02-06
By: Katelyn Parsons The GOOD Games are launching in Calgary with one goal: to build one of the most exciting, inclusive, and unforgettable sports festivals in the country – and wheelchair rugby will be right at the heart of the action. As a part of the annual Chinook Blast, Calgary’s annual winter festival celebrating light, […]
Article, 2026-02-06
By: Katelyn Parsons The GOOD Games are launching in Calgary with one goal: to build one of the most exciting, inclusive, and unforgettable sports festivals in the country – and wheelchair rugby will be right at the heart of the action. As a part of the annual Chinook Blast, Calgary’s annual winter festival celebrating light, […]
Wheelchair Rugby Canada announces roster for 2026 Musholm Cup in Denmark
Announcement, 2026-01-30
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to announce the roster for the 2026 Musholm Cup, taking place February 15–18, 2026, in Korsør, Denmark. The tournament will mark Team Canada’s first international competition of 2026 as the program prepares for the WWR World Championships this August in São Paulo, Brazil. Roster: Cody Caldwell – Peterborough, ON Matt Debly – Windsor, ON Rio Kanda Kovac […]
Announcement, 2026-01-30
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to announce the roster for the 2026 Musholm Cup, taking place February 15–18, 2026, in Korsør, Denmark. The tournament will mark Team Canada’s first international competition of 2026 as the program prepares for the WWR World Championships this August in São Paulo, Brazil. Roster: Cody Caldwell – Peterborough, ON Matt Debly – Windsor, ON Rio Kanda Kovac […]
Wheelchair Rugby Canada announces National Team Pool for 2025-2026 season
Announcement, 2025-12-09
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to announce the 20 athletes selected to the 2025–26 National Team Athlete Pool (NTAP). This year, the NTAP selection timeline shifted from the spring to the fall, aligning more closely with organizational systems and funding cycles. A five-day selection camp was held in mid-October at the Abilities Centre in Whitby, […]
Announcement, 2025-12-09
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to announce the 20 athletes selected to the 2025–26 National Team Athlete Pool (NTAP). This year, the NTAP selection timeline shifted from the spring to the fall, aligning more closely with organizational systems and funding cycles. A five-day selection camp was held in mid-October at the Abilities Centre in Whitby, […]
Giving Tuesday: Fuelling the Community Behind Wheelchair Rugby
Article, 2025-12-02
WINNIPEG — As Canadians mark Giving Tuesday, a global movement that encourages people to support the charities and communities that matter most to them, Wheelchair Rugby Canada is highlighting the athletes whose lives have been impacted by the wheelchair rugby community — including Winnipeg’s Reese Ketler. For Ketler, wheelchair rugby became a new beginning. A […]
Article, 2025-12-02
WINNIPEG — As Canadians mark Giving Tuesday, a global movement that encourages people to support the charities and communities that matter most to them, Wheelchair Rugby Canada is highlighting the athletes whose lives have been impacted by the wheelchair rugby community — including Winnipeg’s Reese Ketler. For Ketler, wheelchair rugby became a new beginning. A […]
Two Canadian Teams Make Their Mark in Prague
Article, 2025-11-21
Wheelchair Rugby Canada closed out a successful week at Rugbymania 2025, sending two teams—Canada Development and the Northern Lights—to compete against top clubs and national programs from Italy, Luxembourg, Great Britain, and host nation Czechia. The tournament provided meaningful competition and important international experience for developmental athletes across both programs. Canada Development: Undefeated and D2 […]
Article, 2025-11-21
Wheelchair Rugby Canada closed out a successful week at Rugbymania 2025, sending two teams—Canada Development and the Northern Lights—to compete against top clubs and national programs from Italy, Luxembourg, Great Britain, and host nation Czechia. The tournament provided meaningful competition and important international experience for developmental athletes across both programs. Canada Development: Undefeated and D2 […]
Team Canada Development roster announced for Rugbymania 2025
Announcement, 2025-10-31
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to announce the roster for the Canada Development Team competing at Rugbymania 2025, taking place November 13–15 in Prague, Czech Republic. Rugbymania, hosted by the Prague Robots, has brought together teams from around the world since 1998. The 2025 edition will feature 16 teams representing countries such as Australia, England, […]
Announcement, 2025-10-31
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to announce the roster for the Canada Development Team competing at Rugbymania 2025, taking place November 13–15 in Prague, Czech Republic. Rugbymania, hosted by the Prague Robots, has brought together teams from around the world since 1998. The 2025 edition will feature 16 teams representing countries such as Australia, England, […]
Wheelchair Rugby Canada Announces Roster for Historic Northern Lights Team
Announcement, 2025-10-27
Ottawa, ON — Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to announce the roster for the Northern Lights, the country’s Women’s Development Team, as they prepare to make history at RugbyMania 2025 in Prague, Czechia. This tournament will mark the first time an all-women’s team competes in an international mixed-gender wheelchair rugby competition. The Northern Lights roster […]
Announcement, 2025-10-27
Ottawa, ON — Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to announce the roster for the Northern Lights, the country’s Women’s Development Team, as they prepare to make history at RugbyMania 2025 in Prague, Czechia. This tournament will mark the first time an all-women’s team competes in an international mixed-gender wheelchair rugby competition. The Northern Lights roster […]
Paralympian Travis Murao Joins Wheelchair Rugby Canada as Ontario Hub Coach
Announcement, 2025-10-25
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to welcome Paralympian and long-time National Team member Travis Murao as the organization’s new Ontario Hub Coach. A fixture of Canada’s wheelchair rugby program for nearly two decades, Murao brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and passion for athlete development to his new role. Based in Toronto, he will lead […]
Announcement, 2025-10-25
Wheelchair Rugby Canada is proud to welcome Paralympian and long-time National Team member Travis Murao as the organization’s new Ontario Hub Coach. A fixture of Canada’s wheelchair rugby program for nearly two decades, Murao brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and passion for athlete development to his new role. Based in Toronto, he will lead […]
Wheelchair Rugby Canada welcomes new High Performance Director, Emily MacKeigan
Announcement, 2025-10-22
Ottawa, ON – Wheelchair Rugby Canada is thrilled to announce the appointment of Emily MacKeigan as High Performance Director, effective November 10th, 2025. Emily brings more than a decade of progressive leadership experience in high performance sport management, most recently serving as Senior Manager, High Performance Operations at Canoe Kayak Canada. In that role, she […]
Announcement, 2025-10-22
Ottawa, ON – Wheelchair Rugby Canada is thrilled to announce the appointment of Emily MacKeigan as High Performance Director, effective November 10th, 2025. Emily brings more than a decade of progressive leadership experience in high performance sport management, most recently serving as Senior Manager, High Performance Operations at Canoe Kayak Canada. In that role, she […]
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