The BC Wheelchair Basketball Society (BCWBS) is a non-profit organization formed in 1983 and registered with Revenue Canada as a charity since 1985. BCWBS provides support to wheelchair basketball programs throughout British Columbia.
Fort St. John Wheelchair Basketball and the "Let's Play" Program Take to the Gym by Storm
September 27, 2012 On September 22nd, as part of SportZ Etravaganza faciliated by Pacific Sport Northern BC in conjunction with Sports Day in Canada, the BCWBS Northern Program brought a wheelchair basketball experience to the Fort St. John residents. Coach Avril and Program Coordinator Nancy were able to use two full size gyms at North Peace Secondary School. One for Wheelchair Basketball, and one for the "Let's Play" open gym. There were appx. 30 plus participants ongoing through out the day. The press was there in full presentation with articles and video footage coming. read more...
Parasports Quebec to Host 2013 Canadian Wheelchair Basketball League Finals
September 25, 2012 Wheelchair Basketball Canada Press Release (Ottawa, ON) Wheelchair Basketball Canada is pleased to officially announce that Parasports Québec will host the 2013 Canadian Wheelchair Basketball League (CWBL) Open Championship from April 12-14, 2013 in Montreal, QC. read more...
WBC Special Project Funding Available
September 24, 2012 From Wheelchair Basketball Canada website: Wheelchair Basketball Canada is committed to providing ample opportunities and support for all Clubs and Provincial Sport Organizations across Canada. In an attempt to provide leadership and resources to increase measurable growth in the participation base, as well as develop opportunities that will encourage appropriate and relevant participation and competition, the organization dedicates financial resources for Special Project Funding that Clubs and Provincial Sport Organizations can apply for annually. read more...
ViaSport's Local Sport Development Fund
September 20, 2012 Great news for the regional clubs! Local Sport Development Fund is available by ViaSport (formerly the BC Sport Agency). Some of our clubs have been successful in receiving this in the past so don't miss this opportunity! Grant applications are due October 1st. Applicaiton form can be found at http://forms.bcsportagency.com/LSPD2012 Below is an excerpt from the grant overview: read more...
Inferno Jamboree - Oct 13 & 14
September 18, 2012 Inferno Wheelchair Basketball Society is hosting their Annual Jamboree on October 13th and 14th, 2012 at the Go Centre in Edmonton. It is open to all players of all ages and abilities and will consist of basketball skills, drills and team play to get you ready and prepared for this years basketball season. More specific details to follow. read more...
Want to Play Boccia or Hockey?
September 18, 2012 Check out these programs hosted by the City of Surrey and SportAbility. LEARN TO PLAY SLEDGE HOCKEY Want to learn how to play an exciting Paralympic sport? Learn how to move your sled, shoot the puck, and play fun games with an enthusiastic instructor. Perfect program for children, youth, and adults wanting to learn Canada’s national pastime! All abilities welcome. In partnership with SportAbility. read more...
SportZ Xtravaganza in Fort St. John
September 18, 2012 PacificSport Northern BC in partnership with many northern communities is facilitating SportZ Xtravaganza to bring awareness and participation opportunities of the 2015 Canada Winter Games (and Summer Games) sports to the youth and their families on one day, in conjunction with Sports Day in Canada. Try or learn about a sport activity during the day that is available through an organized local sport organization in your community. read more...
New and Experienced Shared the Sport at the Third All-Comers Basketball Festival
September 17, 2012 It was a beautiful sunny Saturday afternoon when several wheelchair basketball enthusiasts gathered in the gymnasium at Douglas College New Westmister Campus for the 3rd All Comers Festival to share the love of the sport with a group of wide eyed new comers. read more...
Junior Programs Resume in Lower Mainland
September 14, 2012 BCWBS Junior programs are starting up for another season in Lower Mainland! The junior wheelchair basketball programs are open to junior players ages 8 and up, both with a disability and without, from beginner to experienced players. For a quality sport experience, the ability to follow a sequence of instruction, good upper body mobility and use of a manual chair are required. read more...
