Brantford Selected to Host 2027 Ontario Parasport Games
Ontario Parasport Games bring provincial investment, tourism and inclusive sport to Brantford
BRANTFORD, ON — Brantford has been selected to host the 2027 Ontario Parasport Games, with the Ontario government investing $200,000 to support the province’s largest multi-sport competition for para-athletes.
The investment was announced by the Ministry of Sport as part of Ontario’s broader effort to support inclusive sport, drive domestic tourism and strengthen local economies across the province.
Provincial Investment and Economic Impact
Ontario’s $200,000 investment will support the City of Brantford and the local Games Organizing Committee in planning and delivering the 2027 Ontario Parasport Games.
The event is expected to welcome more than 400 participants, including athletes, coaches and assistants, and generate an estimated $750,000 in economic impact for Brantford through tourism, accommodations, food services and local spending.
🏅 Congratulations to Brantford on being selected to host the 2027 Ontario Parasport Games!
As the province’s largest multi-sport event for para-athletes, these games will attract hundreds of visitors to the region, driving domestic tourism and boosting the local economy.
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— Neil Lumsden (@NeilLumsdenMPP) January 22, 2026
About the Ontario Parasport Games
The Ontario Parasport Games are the province’s largest multi-sport event dedicated to para-athletes and are held every two years.
The 2027 Games will feature competition across 10 sports, including:
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Wheelchair basketball
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Goalball
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Para ice hockey
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Wheelchair curling
The Games provide athletes with critical competitive experience as they prepare for higher-level events such as the Canada Games, Parapan American Games and the Paralympic Games.
Brantford’s Experience as a Host City
Brantford was selected following a competitive provincial bidding process and brings a proven track record of hosting major multi-sport events.
The city previously hosted the 2023 Ontario 55+ Summer Games and the 2017 Ontario Parasport Games, demonstrating its capacity to deliver accessible facilities, strong volunteer engagement and community-wide support for large-scale sporting events.
Building Inclusive Sport Across Ontario
Beyond tourism and economic benefits, Games Ontario events help communities:
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Develop accessible sport infrastructure
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Build a trained volunteer base
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Encourage long-term participation in sport
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Strengthen parasport development pathways across the province
The Ministry of Sport oversees five provincial multi-sport Games, including youth, 55+ and parasport competitions.
Looking Ahead
Bidding is currently open for the 2029 Ontario Parasport Games, with expressions of interest due by May 15, 2026. Bid timelines and guidelines are available through the Ministry of Sport.
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