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:
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Collaboration – we work with others to develop and grow
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Inclusion – we learn and adapt to serve people’s intersectional identities and diverse needs
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Community – we promote health and wellbeing through a safe and welcoming environment
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Integrity – we operate ethically with intentionality and transparency
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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!
Justine Maurer
Sport Development Coordinator
sportdevelopment[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.
Amy McKernan
Community Engagement Coordinator
community[at]sportabilitybc.ca
With a strong interest in the therapeutic benefits of sport and recreation, Amy aims to help individuals build confidence, independence, and improve their quality of life through physical activity and meaningful connections. Now based in Vancouver, Amy is excited to explore the mountains and outdoors, while continuing her work to promote accessibility and inclusion in all aspects of life.
Stephanie Oey
Communications Coordinator
stephanieoey[at]sportabilitybc.ca
Steph joined the SportAbility team as a summer intern in May 2015, and has since stayed with the organization as Communications Coordinator. Her work with SportAbility allows her to combine her widespread background and interests in sport and digital media. Steph holds a Bachelor’s of Kinesiology and a Master’s of Digital Media.
Board of Directors
Aidan Battley – President
Judi Cameron – Past President
Carol Martin – Vice President
Jane Blaine – Treasurer
Terrie Moore – Secretary
Graham Fonseca – Director
Louise O’Shea– Director
Parminder Sandhu – Director
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