Canadian Deaf Sports Association

07/21/2026

⛳ Canadian Deaf Golf Championship 2027 ⛳

⏳ Only 1 year to go!

The countdown is officially on for the Canadian Deaf Golf Championship 2027, taking place July 19–21, 2027, at Quarry Oaks Golf Course in Steinbach, Manitoba.

Athletes, supporters and golf fans from across the country will come together for this exciting national event. 🇨🇦

Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to 2027!

For more information, keep an eye on our website 👉 https://assc-cdsa.com/en/event/2027-canadian-deaf-golf-championships/

Go 🇨🇦 Go!

07/17/2026

👩‍🏫 CDSA presented the lecture “Decline in women’s sports” at the Canada Deaf Women's Conference in Winnipeg.

Presented by Nyla Kurylowich and Greta Davey, this lecture focused on the participation of Deaf and hard of hearing women in sport across Canada, as well as possible actions to promote inclusion and support their athletic journey.

A successful presentation, with meaningful discussions for the future of women’s Deaf sport in Canada! 🙌

07/09/2026

⛳ World Deaf Golf Championships 2026 ⛳
📍 Barsebäck, Sweden 🇸🇪

⏳ Only one month to go until the World Deaf Golf Championships 2026!

From August 7 to 15, 2026, athletes will gather in Sweden for this major international competition.

We look forward to following Team Canada as they prepare to represent the country on the world stage. 🇨🇦

Go 🇨🇦 Go!

04/07/2026

⛳ World Deaf Golf Championships 2026 ⛳
📍 Barsebäck, Sweden 🇸🇪

⏳ Only 4 months to go until the World Deaf Golf Championships!

We are proud to unveil the 2026 Team Canada Golf roster, which will represent the country 🇨🇦 in Sweden from August 7 to 15, 2026.

Congratulations to all selected athletes! We look forward to seeing you wear Canada’s colours on the international stage.

Stay tuned and cheer on Team Canada as they head into this major event!
Go 🇨🇦 Go!

04/03/2026

⚠️ Jeux des Sourds du Canada 2026 Canada Deaf Games 🇨🇦

It is with great disappointment that we announce the cancellation ❌ of the 2026 Canada Deaf Games.

Our thoughts are with everyone who was looking forward to this event, and we warmly thank those who dedicated themselves to its organization.

To learn more, please read the official press release on our website 👉 https://assc-cdsa.com/en/cancellation-of-the-2026-canada-deaf-games-cdg-2026/

03/18/2026

03/12/2026

🎿🇨🇦 Women’s Cross-Country Skiing – Team Canada 🇨🇦🎿

We are proud to unveil the selection of Émilie Paquin (17, British Columbia), who will represent Canada 🇨🇦 at the 2027 Winter Deaflympics in Austria ❄️✨

Émilie was in Québec from March 9 to 14 for the Canadian Cross-Country Ski Championships.

✨ A milestone to highlight: Émilie becomes the 2nd woman in CDSA history in cross-country skiing to compete at the Deaflympics, the first since Patricia Gail Zimmer (Madonna di Campiglio, Italy, 1983).

Congratulations to Émilie on this selection! We wish her a strong and successful preparation on the road to the 2027 Winter Deaflympics 👏

Have a message of encouragement for Émilie? Leave it in the comments below 👇

03/06/2026

📌 REMINDER
🇨🇦 Jeux des Sourds du Canada 2026 Canada Deaf Games 🇨🇦
📍 Edmonton, Alberta
🗓️ June 15–20, 2026

The Games are coming up, and the CDSA is proud to support this national event!
🎥 In a short video, Calvin Novak, Chair of the Organizing Committee, reminds you that the early registration deadline is April 1 to register for one of the sports.

If you’ve been thinking about taking part, now’s the time to make the move and complete your registration 👉 https://assc-cdsa.com/en/event/2026-canada-deaf-games/

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03/05/2026

Continuing the CDSA’s commitment to gender equity in sport, we’re pleased to share this opportunity with our community.

We’re proud to announce that, in collaboration with the Ontario Deaf Sports Association (ODSA), two speakers will be presenting at the Canadian Deaf Women’s Congress (CDWC):

👋 Nyla Kurylowich (CDSA)
👋 Greta Davey (ODSA)

We encourage all women in the Deaf sports community to attend this event in Winnipeg.
📍 Winnipeg
📅 July 15–18, 2026

Led by a Deaf committee, the CDWC is a national conference that brings together participants from diverse backgrounds to exchange ideas on Deaf women’s leadership and perspectives, inspiring AWE (All Women Empowered) across Canada.

🎁 Giveaway – March 8, 2026
The committee is offering a FREE combo pass. To have your name included in the draw, register as a participant before the draw 👉 https://shorturl.at/oM8Vq

For full details, registration, and sponsorship information, visit the Canadian Deaf Women’s Congress website 👉 https://en.cdwc-cfsc.ca/

We hope to see you in Winnipeg!

03/03/2026

💼 Job opportunity with the ICSD

The International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (ICSD) has officially opened applications for the position of Secretary General (full-time or part-time; remote work considered; international applicants welcome).

This is one of the most senior leadership roles within the organization. The successful candidate will play a central role in governance, coordination, operational leadership, and institutional development of ICSD’s international activities (including the Deaflympics, World Deaf Championships, and World Deaf Youth Games).

👉 In line with the principles of Deaf leadership and representation, qualified Deaf candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

🗓️ Deadline: March 15, 2026 (posting published February 28, 2026)
🚀 Start date: As soon as possible
📩 Applications (in English) must be submitted to: [email protected]
and [email protected]

🔗 Full details and job description : https://www.ciss.org/opportunities/secretary-general-full-time-or-part-time-remote-considered

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