Persons with Disabilities
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ParaSport and Recreation PEI is a volunteer, non-profit and charitable organization established in 1974. ParaSport and Recreation PEI provide recreation and sport opportunities for individuals with a physical disability on PEI. Programs that are offered during the fall and winter months include, Sledge Hockey, Wheelchair Basketball, Aqua-Abilities (swimming lessons with children with a disability) and G.E.A.R (Getting Everyone Accessibly Riding) a new tandem cycling program designed for people who are visually impaired. ParaSport and Recreation PEI has a variety of equipment (e.g. sport wheelchairs, hockey sleds, handcycles, goalball equipment, etc.) available to loan free of charge. Sport demonstrations are also available.
Special Olympics PEI
Special Olympics PEI, a non-profit, charitable, sport organization. We provide year-round opportunities for individuals with an intellectual disability to participate in sport. Programs are available for athletes of all ages and abilities in either the Community Sport Program stream (non-competitive) or the Competitive Sport Program stream (various fall/winter sports offered). If you or someone you know is interested in getting involved as an athlete, coach or volunteer, or for more information, contact us at our Charlottetown office.