Andrea Holmes

Andrea Holmes (born 3 January 1982) is a former Canadian Paralympic athlete, para-athlete in long jump, alpine ski, 100m run and high jump, and a Paralympic torchbearer.

History Holmes wears a prosthetic on her left leg. She was born with fibular hemimelia and her parents chose to amputate her left foot, so that she could have a more active lifestyle.

As an athlete, she represented Canada from 2002 to 2007, winning a bronze medal for long jump at the Para-Pan American Games in 2007. She was also part of the BC Para-Alpine ski team,

She has been the Canadian long jump champion four times, the 100m champion three times and holds a Canadian record in high jump.

She was also a Paralympic torchbearer. She has a daughter.

She has several prosthetic legs—for running, swimming, dress and everyday use.