Impact Report

See your support in action

Because of incredible donors like you, more than 45,000 Canadian children, youth and adults with intellectual disabilities can reach their full potential. Your ongoing support of Special Olympics Canada allows these individuals to access the transformative power of sport not only through Special Olympics’ competitive programs, but also its daily community programs offered across the country.


Learn more about the lives you’ve changed in the stories below.

Jayne Burton and her son pose for a photo on a golf course
Langley’s Jayne Burton has been volunteering for Special Olympics British Columbia for the past 10 years. She originally signed up to help her son Christian, a Special Olympics BC – Langley athlete...
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"An athlete hugs coach Susan Altomare from behind at a bowling alley."
From my volunteer and coaching experience, I have become more empathetic, patient and understanding. I am better at problem solving and quick thinking.
Martin McSween poses for a photo with his ski team.
Alberta’s Martin McSween was introduced to Special Olympics 30 years ago while working at a group home for individuals with intellectual disabilities in Drumheller.
A young volunteer takes a selfie with an athlete on a sunny day
MEET SPECIAL OLYMPICS SASKATCHEWAN'S JILL DOBBIN Special Olympics Saskatchewan coach Jill Dobbin started volunteering in Kindersley when she was just...
A group of two softball teams pose for a team photo on a baseball diamond
I volunteer for ME! The pure joy and love of life experienced through interacting with our athletes is unmatched anywhere else.
Two Special Olympics athletes hold up signs
These Special Olympics athletes want you to know that they should have full participation in decision making about matters relating to or affecting their lives.
Special Olympics North Bay athlete Matty poses for a photo while outside cross country skiing.
Special Olympics Ontario’s Rebecca Cuff is one of many volunteer coaches going the extra mile to make sure athletes stay active, healthy and safe amid...
Covid-19 symptoms
It is with heavy heart we announce that all Special Olympics programming across the country – weekly programs, competitions and fundraising events –...
Athletes stand at podium
After five exhilarating days of athleticism, teamwork and dedication the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Thunder Bay 2020 have come to an end. Watch the video highlights.