Land Acknowledgement

The work of Special Olympics Saskatchewan reaches lands covered by Treaties 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 10, the traditional lands of the Cree, Dakota, Dene, Lakota, Nakota, and Salteaux peoples, and the homeland of the Métis.

Reconciliation is the process of healing relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians, including through Sport. We all have a role to play in the ongoing commitment to Truth and Reconciliation. Special Olympics Saskatchewan encourages all athletes, coaches, volunteers and supporters in the community to work together on the path towards healing.

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Sask. Sport, supported by the Indigenous Sport Leadership Council, developed an Indigenous Sport Timeline to celebrate the growth in Indigenous sport participation throughout Saskatchewan. It highlights the success of multi-sport events like the Tony Cote Summer/Winter Games and the North American Indigenous Games, the development of programs and initiatives like the Dream Brokers, and the accomplishments of local sport leaders.