Since 1976
About Us
Founded in 1976, SportAbility is a registered charity (1982) which provides physical activity programs for individuals with a disability across British Columbia, Canada.
History and Background
SportAbility offers programs in four sports including Sledge Hockey, Boccia, Power Soccer, and CP/Para Soccer at both recreational and competitive levels.
SportAbility is a non-profit, volunteer-driven association whose goal is to create a fun and safe social environment for athletes with a disability, who are either being introduced to an activity for the first time, or competing at an international level.
Our Vision
A collaborative and inclusive sport community that fosters lifelong participation.
Our Mission
SportAbility promotes participation in sport for people in British Columbia with physical disabilities.
Our Values:
Collaboration – we work with others to develop and grow
Inclusion – we learn and adapt to serve people’s intersectional identities and diverse needs
Community – we promote health and wellbeing through a safe and welcoming environment
Integrity – we operate ethically with intentionality and transparency
Excellence – We strive to excel, in participation, competition and as an organization.
Sports
Boccia
Power Soccer
Para-Ice Hockey
Our Team
Donna Cumming
Executive Director
donnacumming[at]sportabilitybc.ca
Donna has been involved in sport for her whole life — first as an athlete (ice hockey, soccer, softball, field hockey) and then as a volunteer, employee, coach, and researcher. She is passionate about developing sport opportunities for individuals and groups who face barriers to access.
Donna holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Calgary and a Master of Arts in Kinesiology with a focus on women in hockey leadership. She has worked and volunteered in the sport sector in various capacities for the past 10 years (PSO, NSO, LSO and community organizations), including at Field Hockey BC, viaSport, and as a researcher at a prosthetics clinic, focused on community participation for individuals with limb differences.
When she’s not working, Donna enjoys playing hockey, travelling, and exploring in the mountains. She is excited to use her sport sector experience and research background to build capacity and develop innovative sport opportunities for current and future SportAbility members!
Claire Coleman
Sport Development Coordinator
clairecoleman[at]sportabilitybc.ca
Claire loves connecting with people through sport and building meaningful relationships with those in the community. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University and a Master of Arts in Sport Sciences from Malmö University in Sweden. From coaching athletes to helping run events, she has gained experience both in the Lower Mainland and internationally, shaping a broad, people-centered perspective.
Outside of work, Claire is all about volleyball, playing both indoor and beach whenever she can around Vancouver. Claire is passionate about creating accessible opportunities and believes all athletes deserve the chance to participate, grow, and thrive. She is excited to bring her energy and passion to the SportAbility team and help create positive experiences for every athlete!
Justine Maurer
Boccia Provincial Development Lead
justinemaurer[at]sportabilitybc.ca
Justine graduated from Queen’s University with a B.ScH specializing in Kinesiology and a certificate in Disability in Physical Activity. She is originally from Toronto, ON and has just recently relocated to Vancouver.
Justine enjoys spending time outdoors in the mountains, both skiing and hiking, doing landscape photography, and exploring her new city! With a background primarily in Support Work and Rehabilitation throughout Ontario, she’s enthusiastic about merging her previous experiences with her passion for sports at SportAbility.
Jonah Brindley
Community Engagement Coordinator
community[at]sportabilitybc.ca
Jonah has been a coach and volunteer with numerous programs run by Sportability BC for several years prior to taking on his role as Community Engagement Coordinator. He is currently working towards Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia. When not working or studying, Jonah loves be active on the ski hill and bike trails around the city. He is excited to help grow the SportAbility community and get connect more people to sport.
Nathan Bragg
Communications Coordinator
nathanbragg[at]sportabilitybc.ca
Nathan joined SportAbility in the summer of 2025 and brings a range of experience in parasport communications and marketing from previous work with BC Wheelchair Sports, Boccia Canada and the Canadian Paralympic Committee. Nathan is excited to bring his passion for storytelling and sport to our team.
Board of Directors
Aidan Battley – President
Graham Fonseca – Vice President
Jane Blaine – Treasurer
Jim Cambridge – Secretary
Ben Dooley – Director
Louise O’Shea– Director
Parminder Sandhu – Director
Lee Vandergust – Director
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SportAbility respectfully acknowledges that our office is situated on the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.