After a life-changing construction accident in 2008, Jon Thurston discovered wheelchair curling—and found purpose, passion, and a path to the Paralympic Games. Representing Team Canada, Jon shares his inspiring journey from rehab to winning bronze at Beijing 2022, and now training hard for Milano Cortina 2026.
In this video, Jon opens up about the power of Para sport, the thrill of competition, and the joy of connecting with athletes around the world. 💪🌍
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