Aura Wilkinson

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Aura
Wilkinson

SPORT: Snowshoeing

PROVINCE: Manitoba

HOMETOWN: Winnipeg

How long have you been involved with Special Olympics?

2007.

How is your life different since joining Special Olympics?

Special Olympics has made me more active and more social.

How have you been preparing yourself for competition?

I train every second day.

What are some of your other interests or hobbies outside of Special Olympics?

Listening to music, specifically boybands like One Direction and most recently BTS and playing video games.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?

The medals I brought home from both Special Olympics Canada National Games that I have attended.

What does Special Olympics and attending World Games mean to you?

Special Olympics and the World Games makes me feel encouraged, makes me want to encourage my peers and continue to build friendships.