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Lois McNary and Michelle Cruickshank smiling at 2023 World Games in Berlin
SOBC staff update fall 2023
After three decades of game-changing work as a Special Olympics BC staff member, Lois McNary is retiring from her role as Vice President, Sport, at...
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Genny Verge, SOBC – Sunshine Coast athlete, shares what she loves most about Special Olympics!
Athletes share the joy of sport, community, and friendship with SOBC
With Special Olympics BC’s 43rd season of year-round programs underway, athletes are sharing what it’s like to be a part of such an inclusive and...
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Gale Jones and two other athletes celebrating her Howard Carter award
Gale Jones wins SOC's Coach of the Year Award
Big congratulations to Special Olympics BC – Smithers coach Gale Jones, deserving winner of Special Olympics Canada’s 2023 Coach of the Year award...
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Three Special Olympics curling athletes smile at the side of the rink
Year-round Special Olympics programs bring out the smiles
Special Olympics BC’s 43rd season of sport, youth, and health programs for athletes with intellectual disabilities is underway and changing lives...
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Canadian Athlete Input Council group photo, all wearing orange shirts
Growing the Special Olympics movement with SOBC Athlete Leadership
With Special Olympics BC’s 2023-24 sport and program season underway, there are opportunities for SOBC athletes to get involved in Athlete Leadership...
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SOBC Board of Directors news and Policy Corner September 2023
Special Olympics BC’s Board of Directors provides vital guidance for our organization and movement, and SOBC benefits significantly from the efforts...
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