Canadian Paralympic medallists to receive same pay as Olympians
A new plan will see Canadian Paralympians receive as much money as Olympic athletes do when they reach the podium. The money will come from a combination of private grants and government funding.
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A new plan will see Canadian Paralympians receive as much money as Olympic athletes do when they reach the podium. The money will come from a combination of private grants and government funding.