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PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
Toronto 2015: The growth of the Americas Paralympic Committee
The fifth edition of the Games will be the biggest yet but how has the Paralympic Movement developed in recent years in the Americas?
Huot puts 400m freestyle back on his programme
After winning silver in the event at July’s Worlds, Canadian superstar Benoit Huot is confident he can still challenge for medals and will do so at the Toronto 2015 Parapan American Games.
FIE, IWAS extend agreement
The two federations signed a Collaboration Agreement, which is promising for the growth of wheelchair fencing.
Toronto 2015 preview: Boccia
Over four days, athletes will compete at the Abilities Centre in individual, mixed pair, and mixed team events.
Toronto 2015 preview: Wheelchair basketball
With the men’s team the current Paralympic champions and the women’s side world title holder, Canada will be looking to do the double.
Toronto 2015 preview: Swimming
After winning 11 gold medals four years ago, Brazil's Daniel Dias is targeting 12 this time round.
Dutra aims to fly the flag for Uruguay at Toronto 2015
The 20-year-old swimmer is one of the country’s brightest talents and despite his age has bags of experience.
Toronto 2015 preview: Goalball
Six men’s and six women’s teams will battle it out for gold and a place at Rio 2016.
Ten track and field athletes for Toronto 2015
Here are 10 names to keep an eye out for when Parapan athletics gets underway on 10 August.
Toronto 2015 Parapan American Games Torch Relay gets underway
The relay started with two separate flames, one lit in Ottawa and the other lit at the spectacular Niagara Falls.
Vote now for the Allianz Athlete of the Month – July 2015
The public has until Tuesday 11 August to vote for their favourite from the five candidates.
Huot: Three athletes to look out for at Toronto 2015
In between the recent World Championships and the Toronto 2015 Parapan Am Games, Canadian favourite Benoit Huot offered his picks of the best swimmers to look out for.
IPC Wheelchair Dance Sport updates 2014-17 rulebook
Changes made to athlete eligibility at major Championships and rules and judging criteria for freestyle/showdance events.
Rio 2016 to launch education programme online
Initiative to promote Olympic, Paralympic sports expected to reach seven million Brazilian kids and be available in English and Spanish.
Toronto 2015 preview: Powerlifting
Brazil led the medals table in 2011, but the competition is far more open in 2015.
Toronto 2015 preview: Wheelchair rugby
On home territory, Canada, the world’s second best side will be aiming to win gold, but the USA will have something to say about that.
Toronto 2015 preview: Sitting volleyball
Brazil’s men and the USA’s women will start as favourites for gold in the sitting volleyball competition.
Interview with a champion: Mexico’s Perla Barcenas
The Parapan American powerlifting gold medallist is on the way back from injury hoping to top the podium once again between 7-15 August.
Brent Lakatos hopes Toronto 2015 can have huge impact
The Canadian world champion wheelchair sprinter believes the upcoming Parapan American Games can deliver a “London 2012 legacy” for his home country.
What to watch: August 2015
It will be a big month for many athletes, with Toronto 2015 and World Championships in canoe and archery on the agenda.