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Ottawa, ON — The Canadian Cerebral Palsy Sports Association (CCPSA) / Boccia Canada is inviting nominations for several key volunteer leadership roles that will provide forward-looking leadership to support the organization’s growth and evolution.  This call for nominations is part of CCPSA / Boccia Canada’s ongoing efforts to strengthen governance, technical leadership, and participation development across…

The Canadian Cerebral Palsy Sports Association (CCPSA) awarded the newly created Donna Zorn Award to Kelly Halpen during the closing banquet of the 2025 Canadian Boccia Championships. Established in 2025, this annual award recognizes an individual who is truly Making a Difference in boccia—someone whose dedication, leadership, and commitment elevate the sport at the community,…

Ottawa, ON — [November 28, 2025] — The Canadian Cerebral Palsy Sports Association (CCPSA) is proud to announce the induction of Russell Cecchini into the CCPSA Hall of Fame in the Athlete category, recognizing his groundbreaking achievements, his extraordinary athletic career, and his enduring impact on the growth of sport for people with cerebral palsy…

Ottawa, Canada (October 30, 2025)—The Canadian Cerebral Palsy Sports Association (CCPSA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Richard as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective November 3, 2025. We are deeply grateful for the leadership of Jennifer Larson as Interim Executive Director during the CEO search. Martin is a respected national sport executive…

The Canadian Cerebral Palsy Sports Association and Boccia Canada are excited to announce the Donna Zorn Award. This annual award is intended to recognize someone Making a Difference in boccia. It is geared to someone who goes above and beyond in boccia at the community, provincial or national level. The award was established in 2025…