Special Olympics Canada Winter Games News

After five exhilarating days of athleticism, teamwork and dedication the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Thunder Bay 2020 have come to an end. Watch the video highlights.

Adie was one of more than a dozen Special Olympics athletes from across Canada who celebrated their birthday while at the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Thunder Bay 2020. Before the closing athlete dance on Saturday, many of them gathered for a small celebration and Winter Games-themed cake.

At 70-years-young, Special Olympics Nova Scotia floor hockey player Richard Myette finally experienced his first National Games in Thunder Bay.

The 20-year-old athlete from Maple Ridge hit the rink at the 2020 Winter Games in dresses she designed and created herself.

The Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Thunder Bay 2020 are officially closed! Hundreds of athletes from across the country performed with Pure Heart, achieved Personal Bests, made it to the podium and made countless new friends. Watch the highlights from the intense and inspiring week of competition.

Special Olympics is often a family affair. From siblings to parents getting involved, the movement is infectious. Meet Zack and Jess Thibeault, twin speed skaters from Special Olympics Team BC and Special Olympics Team Quebec figure skater Emilia Morin Turcotte and her coach/mother Veronique Morin.

Yellowknife’s Josh Boudreau feels like he’s “carrying the Territories” on his back at the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Thunder Bay 2020.

Who said floor hockey was just for guys? Meet the women bringing their passion – and unstoppable girl power - to floor hockey at the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Thunder Bay 2020.

Special Olympics Team PEI speed skater Jordan Koughan, achieved new Personal Bests and medaled at his first-ever National Games – all in brand new skates donated by the Thunder Bay community.

From two-years-old to 70-plus, there’s a place for everyone – all ages and skill levels – at Special Olympics. Meet 27-year-old Team Ontario 5 Pin bowler Brandon Khan and 52-year-old Team Alberta snowshoer Spencer Stevens, both competing at the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games Thunder Bay 2020.