In this episode of Para Sport Nation, hosts Alex Smyth and Nathan Clement are joined by Dr. David Legg, former President of the Canadian Paralympic Committee and Professor of Sport Management and Adapted Physical Activity at Mount Royal University.
Together, they dive into the rich history of adaptive sports in Canada, exploring the origins of adapted physical activity dating back to 1918. They also discuss the search for Canada's first Paralympic athlete, as well as the key historical moments that helped shape the nation's para sport movement.
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