Our Mission, Vision and Values | Special Olympics Newfoundland and Labrador

Athlete in wheelchair throwing a shot put ball.

Our Mission

Special Olympics Newfoundland and Labrador is dedicated to enriching the lives of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians with an intellectual disability through sport.

Our Vision

Our vision is that sport will open hearts and minds towards people with intellectual disabilities and create inclusive communities all across Canada.

Our Values

Empowerment - We create opportunities to pursue full potential. Excellence - We elevate standards and performance. Respect - We operate in an environment of cooperation, collaboration and dignity. Diversity - We honour what is unique and individual. Inclusion - We foster inclusive communities.

Athlete Oath

"Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt."

In the Spotlight

3 volunteers smiling while at an event. All wearing blue shirts.

Seeking Games Organizing Committee Volunteers!

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Unified Sports® - School Program Information 2021-2022

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Special Olympics Athlete John (Jackie) Barrett invested into Order of Newfoundland

Special Olympics Newfoundland and Labrador athlete John (Jackie) Barrett is one of nine outstanding individuals invested into the Order of...

SONL Athlete Leader Heather Miller (CBS Brightstars Club) receiving a Athlete Leadership Certificate from SONL Program Director, Kim McDonald-Wilkes (she/her) during the NL Athlete Leadership Summit held in 2019.

The Athlete Post

Special Olympics Athlete Heather Miller is the Athlete Representative on the SONL Board of Directors, she is also our provinces representative on the...