Enriching Lives Through The Power of Sport

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We create opportunities to pursue full potential

Special Olympics was founded upon one simple notion: sport has an incredible capacity to transform lives, change attitudes and make communities stronger. By bringing people together, Special Olympics teaches us to recognize our similarities rather than focusing on our differences.

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News & Stories

Story Jul 15, 2025

Yuliia and Liliana’s journey into Special Olympics Canada

A surprise war, a relocation halfway around the world, and plenty of fish. Yuliia and Liliana’s journey into Special Olympics Canada is perhaps a bit of an unusual one, but their reasons for joining—and staying—within our organization are perfectly clear.
Story Jun 15, 2025

Supporting the 2SLGBTQ+ community

Special Olympics are open to all sexual orientations in the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Story Jun 21, 2025

Special Olympics Canada Honours National Indigenous Month with Slow, Steady Progress

Empowered by the powerful Indigenous symbolism around the Eagle Feather, Special Olympics Team Canada won 39 gold medals, 35 silvers, and 42 bronze medals at the 2025 Winter World Games.
Story Jun 17, 2025

Proving Personal Bests: Special Olympics Athlete Ryan is Breaking Barriers at Work and in Sport

“I wanted to prove them wrong,” said Ryan Kuklikowski, professional baker, national-level bowler and proud Special Olympics athlete.

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Testimonials

“I can be accepted for who I am, and not for my disability. It’s like having a family outside of my family. It has truly changed my life in many different ways. I can honestly say without SO I don’t know where I would be in my life right now.”

Emily Craig, athlete leader from SO PEI

“I found that teaching Special Olympics [made me] more creative as a coach, and to really make skating—I keep coming back to joy—to make the programs joyful for our skaters. No one will learn anything if they’re not having fun."

Julia Chapelski, SO British Columbia Figure Skating Coach

“I think it’s really important to support initiatives that really help people be healthy, have fun, and be competitive. Have a chance to get involved in sports.”

Brenda, donor