When Patricia first stepped arrived at Training Camp, she was admittedly timid. The unfamiliar environment and the thought of competing at the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin were daunting prospects. Little did she know that this journey would be the catalyst for an incredible transformation.

A track star from Special Olympics Nova Scotia, Christian Gerro brought home a gold medal in standing long jump and a bronze in the 4 x 100m team relay from the Special Olympics World Games Berlin.

For decades, Special Olympics Canada has enriched the lives of Canadians with an intellectual disability – of all ages and skill levels – through the transformative power of sport. With your support, we can continue to do so for decades more.

We are so grateful to everyone who has supported Special Olympics Team Canada. You helped make dreams come true for 89 hardworking athletes — and empowered them to show the world what they can do.