Canadian Adaptive Snowsports - Ontario Division

Application

Physician's permission, medical history, required

individual assessments necessary to determine suitability for program

registration begins in September/October at individual participating locations

see website for locations and programs

must obtain CADS membership ($47) for participation, but membership does not guarantee placement in program and should only be purchased after acceptance into program

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Children, youth and adults with disabilities who require additional support and are unable to participate with existing ski schools ; volunteers must 18 years or older and are required to complete Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Screening

Fees

Membership - $47/year ; Program fees vary depending on program location

Contacts

Jonathan Wood - President
jonathan.wood@cadsontario.ca

Languages

English

Language Note

e newsletter to members

Accessibility Note

Not applicable - Varies by location

Description of Services:

Offers people with disabilities an opportunity to ski and snowboard with support of trained volunteers and adaptive equipment

programs located across Ontario
Learn to Race Program - for those who are more independent and have a need for speed
volunteers constantly needed to help support on the ski hill, with program administration and on Board of Directors

Programs held at:

Sault Ste Marie (Searchmont), Haliburton (Sir Sam's), Barrie (The Heights), Barrie (Snow Valley), Barrie (Horseshoe Resort), Caledon (CSC), and Oshawa, (Brimacombe)
Learn to Race Program is offered at Craigleith Ski Club in Collingwood.

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