"When people think of people with disabilities, they always think in terms of limitations. They never think about the possibilities." - Toronto Blind Tennis player
"I was told that I didn't fit the 'demographic'. That scarred me after he said that. It is a reminder, that based on me being BLACK, I don't make the cut. This is the reason I coach now, so this doesn't happen to anyone of color." - founding member of Change Through Sport
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Change Through Sport
For over 10 years, we have addressed racial, socio-economical, and accessibility barriers to participation in sports with the Rexdale, and visually impaired and blind communities in Toronto. Despite the interruption of COVID-19, the need remains and thus our work continues. We remain steadfast in our commitment to the work ahead of us and invite you to join us in creating a more just and equitable world!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
11.01.2024
The indoor season for Toronto Blind Tennis is back! Contact Coach Jerome for sign-ups as spots are limited. Stay tune for some exciting news to come!
10.02.2024
The indoor season for Rexdale Volleyball is now open for registration! Join us this season to train, scrimmage, and compete. Register by clicking on the button under Rexdale Volleyball Update.
09.22.2024
What a busy summer! From our invitation to the National Bank Open to our outdoor programs in Toronto and Montreal to capacity building projects, we were running on all cylinders this season. Thank you to all our partners and supporters for making this an incredible summer. Stay tuned for our fall programming updates!
05.24.2024
We are thrilled to announce new funding support from Toronto Accessible Sports Council for our 2024 outdoor season of Toronto Blind Tennis! Thank you for supporting us to make the adapted sport of blind tennis accessible for the blind and visually impaired community!
03.16.2024
L’annonce d’un nouveau partenariat avec Le Pont pour soutenir les demandeurs d’asile par le patinage!
Announcing a new partnership with Le Pont to support refugee claimants through skating!!
11.08.2023
We are back for another indoor season for the Toronto Blind Tennis program! Thank you to Tennis Canada for supporting our program this year, and in particular, our female participants through the Game.Set.Equity. community grant.
To register, please contact Coach Jerome for more details.
Jaki Ellis, a former Canadian National Team Member, conducts a volleyball clinic with Rexdale youth and gifts her national jersey away!
TORONTO BLIND TENNIS UPDATE
Location: Pauline Johnson Junior PS
(35 Dunmurray Boulevard, Agincourt, M1T 2K2)
Times: twice a month, Fridays 6:00-8:00pm
To register, contact: jerome@changethroughsportcanada.com
Must RSVP with Coach Jerome. Spots are limited.
REXDALE VOLLEYBALL UPDATE
2024-2025 Indoor Season is back!
North Kipling Community Centre
Sundays from 7:15-9:15pm
Twice a month - refer to schedule here
We are always looking for people of character to work alongside our participants and players, and from behind the scene. Join us!
Looking to support us financially? Connect with us to find out more about our needs.
To utilize sports to create access to new opportunities for vulnerable communities in Canada. Learn more about our work at About Us.