2026 Special Olympics Ontario is proud to announce that it has been selected to represent North America at the upcoming 2026 Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup to be hosted in Paris, France this July. Special Olympics Ontario’s Unified World Cup Team features an inspiring group of youth athletes who will represent their schools, communities, province, and Canada on the international …
Team Ontario Announces 2026 Training Squad for Special Olympics Canada Summer Games
More than 300 athletes named to the Training Squad as Ontario prepares for Medicine Hat 2026. Special Olympics Ontario is proud to unveil the 2026 Team Ontario Training Squad, a dynamic group of over 300 athletes, coaches, and mission staff who are beginning their journey to the Special Olympics Canada Summer Games in Medicine Hat, Alberta, set for July 2026. …
1000+ Athletes and Coaches Named to District Training Squads for the 2025 Provincial Summer Games!
We are thrilled to announce the district training squads for the upcoming 2025 Special Olympics Ontario Provincial Summer Games, presented by the Wayne Gretzky Foundation! Hosted by the Brantford Police Service in partnership with Six Nations Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, the Games will take place in Brantford in July 2025. District Representation Across Ontario Athletes from across the province have been nominated to training squads …
Special Olympics Ontario Welcomes New Directors and Honours Departing Members
Special Olympics Ontario is pleased to announce the election of new directors to its Board at the Annual Meeting held on October 29, 2024. These individuals bring a wealth of experience, energy, and passion for Special Olympics Ontario’s mission, and we look forward to their valuable contributions in the coming years. Their leadership and diverse expertise will further empower our …
Special Olympics Ontario’s 2024 Impact Report
“Go Beyond”: A Year of Growth, Resilience, and Looking Beyond We’re thrilled to announce the release of Special Olympics Ontario’s 2024 Impact Report! In this year’s Report, Special Olympics Ontario (SOO) celebrates a remarkable year defined by resilience, expansion, and a commitment to inclusivity. The theme, “Go Beyond,” embodies our vision to expand access, redefine boundaries, and set ambitious goals for …
Unified Champion Schools: Expanding Inclusion in Ontario with Government Support
We are thrilled to announce that Special Olympics Ontario’s School Programs are evolving into Unified Champion Schools, thanks to generous support from the Government of Ontario. This rebranding reflects our dedication to fostering inclusive school environments where students with and without intellectual disabilities can learn, lead, grow, and play together. Unified Champion Schools is part of a global movement, with …
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Special Olympics Ontario acknowledges the enduring impacts of colonization on Indigenous people across Canada and North America. Earlier this year, we began our 2024 Provincial Spring Games with an eagle feather ceremony, expressing our thanks and respect to the Indigenous Peoples of Canada, whose traditional land we share today. We’re grateful to …
A New Chapter for Special Olympics Ontario, A message from the new President & CEO, Cody Jansma
Dear Special Olympics Ontario Community, I am honoured and excited to address you as the new President and CEO of Special Olympics Ontario. As I step into this role, I am filled with profound gratitude for the incredible community that has been built over the years, and I am eager to continue the legacy of excellence, inclusion, and empowerment that …
Let the Games Begin!
The wait is finally over! After four long years, we are thrilled to kick off the much-anticipated Provincial Spring Games. Our incredible athletes, coaches, and volunteers have been eagerly preparing for this moment, and we couldn’t be more excited to see them in action. With over 750 athletes competing in basketball, powerlifting, rhythmic gymnastics, swimming, and 10-pin bowling, this event …
Special Olympics Ontario CEO Announcement
The Board of Directors for Special Olympics Ontario is pleased to announce the appointment of Cody Jansma to the position of President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective July 1, 2024. The Special Olympics mission remains as vital today as it did when the movement was founded in 1968. Special Olympics strives to create a better world by fostering the …
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