August 28, 2024
Join us as we cheer on Team Canada at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games between August 28 and September 8!
March of Dimes Canada is profiling some of Canada’s top athletes competing at this summer’s Paralympic Games in Paris, France. We’ve selected five extraordinary Canadians who will share their personal stories and passion for sport.
Each athlete will be featured in a short video that showcases who they are and what they hope to achieve in Paris.
The Paralympics is one of the largest sporting events on the planet. The Games generally start two to three weeks after the winter and summer Olympic Games end in the same cities using the same facilities and competition venues. Countries from around the world send their very best athletes who compete in a diverse range of sports.
Check back here throughout the Games for video interviews and other exciting content.
Go Canada Go!!!
Allison Lang – Sitting Volleyball
Meet Allison Lang, a Paralympian competing in her first Paralympics this year for sitting volleyball.
Off the court, Allison is a passionate disability advocate, champions body positivity, and is also a fashion model.
In this video, learn about Allison’s experience of growing up with a disability and how she felt qualifying for the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
Trinity Lowthian – Wheelchair Fencing
Meet Trinity Lowthian, a first-time Paralympian competing in wheelchair fencing at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
Find out what attracted Trinity to the sport and discover her excitement about attending the Games with her family in the stands.
Sarah Melenka – Sitting Volleyball
Meet Sarah Melenka, another first time Paralympian competing in this year's Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
We love seeing her excitement as she describes what it felt like to qualify for the Games and how sitting volleyball changed her life.
Danik Allard – Boccia
Meet Danik Allard, a two-time Paralympian in boccia, competing at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
In this video (in French), learn how Danik's love for boccia is about more than just sport. The game has taught him valuable lessons about himself and life.
Good luck Danik!
Jennifer McCreesh – Sitting Volleyball
Meet Jennifer McCreesh, one of the newest members of Canada’s sitting volleyball team competing at her first Paralympic Games.
We love seeing her excitement as she describes what it felt like to qualify for the Games and how sitting volleyball changed her life.
