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50 per cent

of Special Olympics athletes work. They are 5 times more likely to work than adults with an intellectual disability not enrolled in Special Olympics.

12 floor hockey players

were brought to Chicago by Harold Smith to represent Canada at the first International Special Olympics in 1968

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Now Accepting Applications for the Special Olympics Canada Research Grant

The purpose of the research program of Special Olympics Canada is to promote and support research activities that enhance athlete development, athlete performance, coaching development and/or other areas of focus as identified in the 2012-2017 Special Olympics Canada Strategic Plan. Eligibility Applications are accepted from investigators who have a demonstrated record of research and are [...]

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Thank You STAPLES!

THANK YOU STAPLES! On behalf of Special Olympics Canada, our athletes and their families, and the volunteers and supporters across the country, thank you for your commitment and enthusiasm during the Give a Toonie. Share a Dream campaign. This year’s campaign raised an INCREDIBLE $577,483,  far surpassing our initial goal! Staples stores across the country [...]

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