The Third Commonwealth Paraplegic Games was a multi-sport event that was held in Edinburgh, Scotland from 26 July to 1 August 1970.

[3] A message of support from the Provosts of 28 towns and cities across Scotland was read out, having been relayed from John o' Groats by runners from the Scottish Youth Clubs Association.

[3] The games were closed by James MacKay, Lord Provost of the Edinburgh Corporation.

[3] Countries at this games that had not previously participated were Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Malta and Uganda.

[1] The Edinburgh Corporation had supplied fourteen adapted buses, which volunteer drivers used to transport the athletes between venues during the games.