Impact Report

See your support in action

Because of incredible donors like you, more than 45,000 Canadian children, youth and adults with intellectual disabilities can reach their full potential. Your ongoing support of Special Olympics Canada allows these individuals to access the transformative power of sport not only through Special Olympics’ competitive programs, but also its daily community programs offered across the country.


Learn more about the lives you’ve changed in the stories below.

Allie displayed her line of handmade cards.
In the spirit of Disability Employment Awareness Month, we celebrate the achievements of Allie Price, a Special Olympics athlete who not only excels in her sport of golf but has also made significant impact in the workplace, through her 5 years of employment with Safeway.
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September 30th marks Canada’s third annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. On this day, we recognize the painful history and impacts of the residential school system, particularly in light of the discoveries of unmarked grave sites at former residential school locations this year. It’s a time to forward our reconciliation efforts to build a better future for all Canadians.
Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Calgary 2024
Get ready to experience the thrill of Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Calgary 2024! ❄️ Join us as we embrace the power of sport, unity and...
Gail Hamamoto
The Board of Directors for Special Olympics Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Gail Hamamoto to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective September 15th, 2023.
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July 13, 2022 It is with mixed feelings that we announce the upcoming retirement of Blair McIntosh, VP Sport. It is difficult, to sum up all his...
Elevate One Another
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.
Together we raised $1.2M in support of Special Olympics athletes
Special Olympics Canada, alongside its Provincial Chapters, extend their gratitude to Empire Company Limited and its participating banners and every customer who donated to Special Olympics Canada from June 1-8.
Heidi Mallet
The first Global Forum of Inclusion was hosted this past week in Berlin during Special Olympics World Games. The Forum was created with roots in the...
Women's Basketball team
They may come from different courts in different communities across the country, but team spirit will be a strength for Special Olympics Team Canada...
Josée Seguin
On Special Olympics Team Canada’s first full day in Munich, they were invited to participate in a Host Town Torch Run with fellow Special Olympics...