PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

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Six finalists have been chosen for Whang Youn Dai Achievement Award at the Closing Ceremony of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games.

Athletes practicing Cross Country Skiing

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The first ever legacy plan to bring about lasting change to the life experiences of people with a disability has been published today by the Government.

Viviane Forest

Czech Republic Ice Sledge Hockey Team

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Sir Philip Craven, President of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), visited OMEGA’s Paralympic Countdown Clock in downtown Vancouver and the Games Boutique at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver on Tuesday.

Jakub Krako celebrating

Curling competition in Vancouver Paralympic Games

Woman Alpine Skiing Vancouver 2010

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Two gold medals weighing 75 grams will be presented at the Vancouver 2010 Winter Paralympic Games Closing Ceremony to two athletes, a male and a female who best exemplify the spirit of the games. This award is for Paralympians who not only achieve sporting excellence, but also exceptionally inspire and excite the world.