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Special Olympics Canada Games Medicine Hat 2026

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News May 17, 2026

Special Olympics Celebrates the Legacy of Founding Figure, Dr. Frank Hayden

The Special Olympics community is deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Frank Hayden, a pioneering figure whose contributions to the world of sports and disability advocacy have had a profound impact on generations of athletes and families. Dr. Hayden passed away at the age of 96, leaving a legacy that has transformed countless lives.
News Apr 28, 2026

Statement on Spring Economic Statement 2026

Special Olympics Canada is thrilled to see an investment of $755 million over 5 years into the Canadian sport system, as well as significant ongoing investment beyond those 5 years, as announced in the Spring Economic Statement on April 28, 2026.
Story May 01, 2026

Special Olympics Fills Gaps in Canadian Healthcare, says Saskatchewan Doctor

Family doctor and assistant professor at the University of Saskatchewan Alicia Thatcher says Special Olympics Canada’s programming have given her a unique understanding of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), that she did not get from medical school.
News May 27, 2026

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Sport for Good Legacy Award

Special Olympics Canada is thrilled to announce that the organization will be the recipient of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Sport for Good Legacy Award.

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“I can be accepted for who I am, and not for my disability. It’s like having a family outside of my family. It has truly changed my life in many different ways. I can honestly say without SO I don’t know where I would be in my life right now.”

Emily Craig, athlete leader from SO PEI
“I found that teaching Special Olympics [made me] more creative as a coach, and to really make skating—I keep coming back to joy—to make the programs joyful for our skaters. No one will learn anything if they’re not having fun."

Julia Chapelski, SO British Columbia Figure Skating Coach
“I think it’s really important to support initiatives that really help people be healthy, have fun, and be competitive. Have a chance to get involved in sports.”

Brenda, donor

Enriching Lives Through The Power of Sport

Special Olympics Canada Games Medicine Hat 2026

News & Stories

Special Olympics Celebrates the Legacy of Founding Figure, Dr. Frank Hayden

Statement on Spring Economic Statement 2026

Special Olympics Fills Gaps in Canadian Healthcare, says Saskatchewan Doctor

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Sport for Good Legacy Award

Get Involved

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