The theme of the 2020 Special Olympics Canada Winter Games is "Pure Heart." Meet a few of the many members of the Special Olympics Team BC 2020 Training Squad who are demonstrating pure heart and inspiring determination in their training for the National Games!

When she’s not training and racing her heart out, Special Olympics BC – Burnaby’s Katie Little is known for her bright smile and fun-loving nature. But when she is training and competing, watch out! This Special Olympics Team BC 2020 Training Squad snowshoer is the epitome of focus and dedication.

This is the third time Little has qualified to represent B.C. in snowshoeing, after her successful appearances in the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games in 2012 and 2016. Little captured four silver medals in her races at the 2019 Special Olympics BC Winter Games, and felt good about that performance. 

Little has been training many times a week in order to achieve her goals for the 2020 Special Olympics Canada Winter Games. She aims to improve her times in all her events, and hopefully reach the podium again. This determined athlete is working hard and dedicated to being at her best.

Little also participates in athletics, basketball, bowling, Club Fit, curling, soccer, softball, and swimming. Learn more about Little and Special Olympics Team BC 2020 at www.soteambc2020.ca