Enriching Lives Through The Power of Sport

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Special Olympics was founded upon one simple notion: sport has an incredible capacity to transform lives, change attitudes and make communities stronger. By bringing people together, Special Olympics teaches us to recognize our similarities rather than focusing on our differences.

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News & Stories

Story May 01, 2025

Volunteer Clinical Director Zachary Weber Shares How Special Olympics Healthy Athletes Improves Lives

A 60% likelihood of being overweight or obese. A 15% referral rate to the emergency room for for acute oral disease. A life expectancy 16 years shorter than the general population. These are not just statistics — they’re the reality for many people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
News May 12, 2025

Special Olympics North America Honours PEI Coach Morgan Jardine with Rising Star Award

Dedicated Special Olympics PEI coach Morgan Jardine received recognition from Special Olympics North America when she was awarded the Rising Star- Community award.
Story May 08, 2025

From the Stands to the Sidelines: A Mother’s Special Olympics Story

Like many parents, Annie Côté wanted to provider her son—Olivier Martel—with somewhere he belonged. Despite Olivier’s interest in sports like soccer, they had a hard time finding coaches and other athletes who made him feel accepted.
News Mar 31, 2025

King Charles III Coronation Medal Awarded to Special Olympics Champions Across Canada

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Testimonials

“I can be accepted for who I am, and not for my disability. It’s like having a family outside of my family. It has truly changed my life in many different ways. I can honestly say without SO I don’t know where I would be in my life right now.”

Emily Craig, athlete leader from SO PEI

“I found that teaching Special Olympics [made me] more creative as a coach, and to really make skating—I keep coming back to joy—to make the programs joyful for our skaters. No one will learn anything if they’re not having fun."

Julia Chapelski, SO British Columbia Figure Skating Coach

“I think it’s really important to support initiatives that really help people be healthy, have fun, and be competitive. Have a chance to get involved in sports.”

Brenda, donor