Canadian Paralympians hail $1.2M donation as step toward bonus equality with country's Olympians

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Nearly 200 Canadian athletes are cashing in on medals won at the Tokyo and Beijing Games thanks to a sizable donation from a Canadian entrepreneur.

Sanjay Malaviya, a Canadian healthcare technology entrepreneur, is giving $1.2 million to support Team Canada athletes, meaning 130 Olympians and 53 Paralympians who won medals at their respective Tokyo and Beijing Games will receive $5,000 each.

“Canadian Olympic and Paralympic athletes have inspired and united us during a very difficult time,” Malaviya said in a statement. “It’s an honour to be able to celebrate their achievements and invest in their future.”

For Canadian Olympians, the $5,000 will be added

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