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 …
Kristen Domingues – Disability Employment Awareness Month Spotlight
Meet Kristen Domingues from Caledon! Kristen is a multi-talented athlete, participating in swimming, bowling, soccer, basketball, bocce, athletics, and golf. Over the years, Kristen has made countless friends and stayed active through Special Olympics, competing at events like the 2009 Provincial Games in Windsor, the 2014 National Games in Vancouver for athletics, and the 2020 National Games in Thunder Bay …
Disability Employment Awareness Month – Special Olympics Athlete Spotlight
We’re excited to celebrate Disability Employment Awareness Month by highlighting some of our incredible Special Olympics athletes who work at Tim Hortons or Sobeys. We want to hear from you about your experiences in the workplace and share your story to inspire others. Please take a few minutes to complete this form. Your responses will help us create a personalized …
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 …
Announcement: Retirement of Glenn MacDonell, President & CEO of Special Olympics Ontario
A Letter from the Chair of the Board of Directors Dear SOO athletes, coaches, volunteers, friends and colleagues, Our Leadership Champion is Retiring Glenn MacDonell, our President & Chief Executive Officer of Special Olympics Ontario (SOO), has decided to retire as of June 30th, 2024. Glenn has given us 35 years of outstanding leadership, compassion and stewardship. We, on the …
2024 Spring Games Spotlight – North East Ontario
North East Ontario is bringing a strong team to the 2024 Waterloo Region Provincial Spring Games, with 31 athletes and 11 coaches all set to participate! The lineup includes 6 athletes showcasing their skills in 10 Pin Bowling, 9 showing off their strength in powerlifting, 2 demonstrating their rhythmic prowess, and 14 athletes making waves in swimming! For a comprehensive …