With a focus on attracting and hosting sporting events in Niagara, Sport Niagara is excited to announce Niagara will welcome athletes, managers, coaches, officials, and volunteers from
across Ontario for the 44th Ontario Parasport Games in May 2025.
Sport Niagara, the not-for-profit organization established to carry on the sport legacy from the Niagara 2022 Canada Games, is thrilled to be selected as the host of this prestigious event. Between May 29 to June 1, events will be held at sporting facilities across the Niagara region including Canada Games Park.
“We are extremely excited to continue to advance the legacy of the recent Canada Games in Niagara,” said Doug Hamilton, Board member of Sport Niagara. “Hosting sporting events like this will continue to support sport tourism and economic development in Niagara.”
Sport Tourism is an important and dynamic sector of the tourism industry with wide ranging economic, cultural and social benefits for both host destinations and the sports industry. It provides opportunities for local development, promotes community engagement and enhances the overall tourism experience.
By endorsing and nurturing Sport Tourism, the community can unlock economic advantages via overnight stays, promotional efforts, and heightened visitor expenditures.
The Ontario Parasport Games were first delivered in 1975 by the City of Cambridge. Since then, the Games have grown to over 500 participants competing in 10+ sports including wheelchair basketball, sledge hockey, goalball and more. The last Ontario Parasport Games were held in Durham in 2023.