Durham Region 2023 Ontario Parasport Games 100-Day Countdown event

Whitby, Ontario – In April 2022, the Region of Durham announced that it was selected host the 2023 Ontario Parasport Games (the Games), set to take place February 3 to 5, 2023. As the excitement around the Games continues to build, the Games Organizing Committee is inviting the community to a 100-Day Countdown event!

Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the Games (including sponsorship and volunteer opportunities); meet para athletes and try out different parasports; snap a photo with the Ontario Games mascot, Pachi; and preview the 2023 medal design.

Doors will open at 4:45 p.m., and speeches will begin promptly at 5 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided.

The 100-Day Countdown event is open to the public and free to attend. Non-perishable food items will be collected in support of local food banks as part of the Games’ commitment to sustainability.

Please note that this is a wheelchair accessible location and the south parking lot will be designated for accessible parking. American Sign Language (ASL) translation will be provided during the presentation. Volunteers will be available to provide assistance, including wayfinding support. Please contact the Games Organizing Committee at info@DurhamRegion2023.ca for any accessibility accommodation by October 20, 2022.     

To learn more about the Durham Region 2023 Ontario Parasport Games, visit DurhamRegion2023.ca. Stay up-to-date with the latest Games’ news by following Sport Durham on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

When: October 27 from 5 to 8 p.m.

Where: All Saints Catholic Secondary School, 3001 Country Lane, Whitby, Ontario.

Why: Building on the success and legacy of hosting the Games in 2019 and continuing growth of inclusive, accessible and adaptive sport opportunities, Durham Region is proud to host the 2023 Ontario Parasport Games set to take place February 3 to 5, 2023. The 2023 Games will attract more than 500 participants and result in an anticipated local economic impact of between $500,000 and $1 million. There will be 11 sport competitions at eight venues across the region, along with an opening ceremony and dinners for participants.

Note: For media interested in attending the 100-Day Countdown event, please RSVP to info@DurhamRegion2023.ca by October 21 at 5 p.m.

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