Canadian Paralympic Committee

The Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to leading and strengthening the Paralympic Movement in Canada. Headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, its core mission is to foster an inclusive world through Paralympic sport by developing a sustainable sport system that enables athletes to achieve excellence at the Paralympic Games and promoting inclusive communities. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 16, 23, 24]

The CPC collaborates with 28 member sport organizations, providing essential resources and support for athletes, coaches, and staff in their preparation and performance at the Paralympic and Parapan American Games. [2, 8, 24, 25] Beyond high-performance sport, the Committee's services extend to inspiring all Canadians with disabilities to engage in sport and advocating for disability inclusion and accessibility nationwide. [3, 4, 5, 8, 21, 25] Sponsorships are crucial to the CPC's operations, fueling the Paralympic Movement, enhancing partner brand strength, and driving impact in athlete development and accessibility initiatives. [17]

Under the leadership of CEO Karen O'Neill and President Marc-André Fabien, the CPC recently unveiled a 10-year strategic plan (2023-2033) focused on both athletic excellence and a cultural shift towards greater inclusivity. [1, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 21, 25] Recent notable developments include a generational investment in the Canadian sport system from the Government of Canada, the renewal of a long-standing partnership with Pfizer Canada (celebrating 30 years in 2026) as the official Team Health Partner, and a multi-games operational support partnership with EllisDon through 2032. [2, 11, 18, 20, 22, 30] The CPC also launched new funding programs for Para sport development and distributed performance recognition funds to Paris 2024 Paralympic Games medallists, marking a step towards equitable financial rewards. [2, 11, 14]