Special Olympics Canada News

Day 1 of competition is in the books! What a perfect first day of competition for athletes from across the country. The first medals of the 2018 National Games were handed out in athletics and swimming and the only day powerlifting competition saw...

Upcoming Events for August 1, 2018 • First day for competition of the Games! All sports except Rhythmic Gymnastics will start competition today • Day 1 of Healthy Athlete’s at the Schwartz Building is happening from 9am to 5pm • There will be a press...

The Games are officially open! The Opening Ceremony was an incredible success, celebrating Nova Scotia and its incredible and unique culture. Delegations from coast-to-coast-to-coast looked on as they were welcomed by GOC co-chairs Carl Chisolm and...

ONE MORE SLEEP! Tomorrow is the official kick-off to the Special Olympics Canada 2018 Summer Games! We are excited for a week of incredible competition, sportsmanship and most importantly FUN! These Games will feature 9 sports (athletics, basketball...

Antigonish, NS, July 30, 2018 – Special Olympics Canada 2018 Summer Games, welcomes more than 4,000 visitors comprised of athletes, coaches, families, volunteers, and mission staff! The games will commence with the Opening Ceremony on July 31, 2018...

The Games are coming! Only a few days weeks until athletes from across Canada arrive in beautiful Nova Scotia for what will be an incredible week of competition at the Special Olympics Canada 2018 Summer Games. We can’t wait to see everyone on the...