Canadian Athletes Prepare for Paralympic Games Paris 2024

Aurélie Rivard and Brent Lakatos Lead the Charge

Canadian Paralympic athletes are preparing for the Paralympic Games Paris 2024, with Aurélie Rivard and Brent Lakatos leading the charge.

Rivard, a 26-year-old swimmer from Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, is a world record holder in the 50-meter and 100-meter freestyle events. She has won 10 Paralympic medals, including five golds, and is considered one of the best swimmers in the world.

Lakatos, a 42-year-old wheelchair racer from Dorval, Quebec, is a five-time Paralympic medalist. He has won medals in the 100-meter, 200-meter, and 400-meter races.

Canada Aims for Strong Performance in Paris

The Paralympic Games will take place in Paris from August 28 to September 8, 2024. Canada is aiming for a strong performance in Paris, with a goal of winning at least 30 medals.

The Canadian Paralympic Committee has identified several key areas of focus for the Games, including swimming, athletics, wheelchair basketball, and wheelchair rugby.

Canada has a strong history of success at the Paralympic Games. The country has won more than 1,000 medals since its first Paralympic appearance in 1968.

Rivard and Lakatos are Role Models for Canadian Athletes

Rivard and Lakatos are role models for Canadian athletes of all abilities. They have shown that anything is possible with hard work and dedication.

Rivard and Lakatos are both active in the community, sharing their stories and inspiring others to pursue their dreams.

They are also committed to promoting the Paralympic movement and making the Games more accessible to athletes with disabilities.