26-year-old Julien from Québec City has been an athlete for 12 years. He won 11 medals at the National Games and two at 2017 World Games in Austria. Julien says some of his biggest challenges were learning to read and write, social inclusion and improving in his sports. Special Olympics has helped him in his development, to become more independent and to make many friends. Julien is proud to represent Canada and eager for the challenge of competing in another World Games. His goals are to win medals and surpass his personal best. Julien is very excited to learn about new cultures. His favourite activities are hockey, baseball, football, soccer, and speed skating.