Canadian Paralympic Committee adds Climbing Escalade Canada as official member
First-ever Para climbing national championships set for February 2025.
The Canadian Paralympic Committee announced on Tuesday that Climbing Escalade Canada has become an official member, following the approval by CPC members at the September 2024 Annual General Meeting.
As an official member organization, they will work with the CPC to help prepare Canadian Para climbers for international competitions, including the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games, where sport climbing will make its Paralympic debut.
"We are thrilled to welcome Climbing Escalade Canada to our community at such a pivotal moment for the sport," said Marc-André Fabien, President of the Canadian Paralympic Committee, in a press release. "With Para climbing making its debut at the LA28 Paralympic Games, this partnership not only opens new doors for Canadian Para athletes but also strengthens our collective efforts to create a more inclusive and innovative sporting environment.
“Together, we are shaping a future where athletes can excel on both national and international stages, while elevating the entire Paralympic movement in Canada and beyond."
The two organizations will also continue to work to improve the pathway for athletes looking to reach the elite international stage, as well as further improving some of the primary goals of the Paralympic movement: improving accessibility in sport, and promoting inclusion and excellence.
"We are honoured to join the Canadian Paralympic Committee and be a part of this incredible community of sports organizations dedicated to empowering athletes with disabilities," said Christiane Marceau, Executive Director of Climbing Escalade Canada, in a press release. "This membership will provide Para climbers with the recognition and resources they deserve to reach new heights in their athletic journeys.”
The first-ever Para climbing National Championships will take place from February 8-9, 2025 at the Complexe Promutuel de Victoriaville in Victoriaville, Quebec. The event will help in the selection process for the 2025 national team ahead of international events.
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