Each Fall Special Olympics PEI holds an awards ceremony to celebrate and honor the achievement of our athletes, coaches, volunteers, parents, caregivers and supporters.
Special Olympics PEI Awards
Special Olympics PEI is proud to honor our members. We have amazing athletes, coaches, and volunteers, all of whom contribute to helping the Special Olympics movement thrive.
2018-2019 Awards Recipients
PEI Mutual Insurance Company Female Athlete of the Year
- Erin Pippy
PEI Mutual Insurance Company Male Athlete of the Year
- Roy Paynter
Maritime Electric Female Coach of the Year
- Sarah Paynter
Maritime Electric Male Coach of the Year
- Dave Morrow
Facility of the Year
- Island Gymnastics Academy
David Andrew Memorial
- Steve and Lori Loggie
Department of Health and Wellness Sport Volunteer
- Caitlin McKenna
President's Award
- Dion Phaneuf
Dr. Frank Hayden Award
- James O'Halloran
ADL Spirit Award
- Paul Phillips
Volunteer Pins
Volunteers who have contributed 10, 15 and 20 years of service to the Special Olympics movement are also honored:
5 Years
- Sarah Profitt - Wagner, Craig Watson
10 Years
- Jamie Arsenault, Brad Colwill, Paul Smith, Terry Nabuurs, Leah Watts
15 Years
- Donna Campbell, Michele Chapman, Barry Murray
Recognition at the National Level
Special Olympics PEI athletes and volunteers have been recognized on a national level by Special Olympics Canada (SOC). We are very proud of our national award winners:
2019 Dr. Frank Hayden Lifetime Achievement Award
- Tommy MacGuigan
2018 SOC Female Athlete of the Year
2017 Frank Selke Fundraising Volunteer of the Year
- Sue Skeffington
2015 SOC Female Coach of the Year
2013 SOC Female Athlete of the Year
- Ellen MacNearrney
2012 SOC Team of the Year
- Team PEI Curling Team
2011 SOC Female Athlete of the Year
2011 SOC Team of the Year
- PEI Jays Softball Team
2008 Jim Thompson Award
- Peter Howatt
2005 SOC Team of the Year
- PEI Stars Floor Hockey Team
2004 SOC Team of the Year
- Paul Phillips Rink
2002 Jim Thompson Award
- Cecil Villard
2000 SOC Female Athlete of the Year
- Suzie Smith
