2024 Team Ontario Non-Athlete Application

2024 National Winter Games Team Ontario Position Descriptions


  • 2024 National Games Non-Athlete Application Form

  • First and Last Name Please
  • If you are applying for the Sport Specific Mission Staff or Coach position, please indicate the sports you are interested in.
  • If you are applying for the Sport Specific Mission Staff or Coach position, please indicate the sports you are interested in.
  • Travel Information

  • Uniform Information

    If you are unable to attend a uniform fitting then the information you provide below will be used to order your team uniform.
  • Emergency Contacts and Medical Information

    If you are selected for a position, the following information will be used for the Games Registration.
  • Coaching and Certifications

  • Special Olympics and Generic Sport Experience

    This section asks you to provide information about your involvement within Special Olympics. If you are submitting a registration form as an Athlete Attendant, please indicate N/A to all questions below.
  • Personal Response Questions

    This section outlines the Skills that you bring to Team Ontario.
  • Availability

    Please review the job description carefully to ensure you are able to fulfill the time commitment for all positions you are applying for.
  • Depending on your answers to the above questions... please provide any notes of explanation or any availability considerations that you feel may be relevant to this application.
  • References

  • Applicants must attach a letter of reference to this application form. Attachments can be in word, pdf, or image file formats.

    If you are unable to upload the letter of reference, you may fax it to: Sheryl Huestis at 416-447-6336 or email to sherylh@specialolympicsontario.com
  • 2024 National Games Agreement Form

    Mission Staff selected to TEAM ONTARIO are required to make a commitment to their athletes, their sport, and to all members of Team Ontario. This commitment will be based upon the Code of Conduct of Special Olympics Ontario and on the following terms: BEFORE THE GAMES: Be available to attend the 2024 National Winter Games from February 26 – March 3, 2024 Attend Team Ontario Coach Training Camps as required. Plan the sport specific training camps in conjunction with the Chef de Mission and Team Manager. Attend mission staff meetings, GOC conference calls as needed. Maintain regular contact with assigned coaches, athletes, their parents/guardians and community coach. Maintain regular contact with Chef de Mission and Team Manager as needed. To assist the Chef de Mission and Team Manager in travel and uniform logistics. Ensure all required coach certifications are completed by November 26, 2023. AT THE GAMES: Be responsible for the supervision and wellbeing of up to five (5) athletes for the duration of the Games. Supervise athletes during travel to and from games. Act as a role model for all Team Ontario Members, exemplifying all of the qualities espoused in Expectations of Team Ontario Coaches Conduct one-self in accordance with the conditions outlined in Special Olympics Ontario Policy 13.3.2 Travelling Teams - Roles and Responsibilities, and Policy 9.3.4 Code of Conduct. Abide by the RULES OF CONDUCT established for Team Ontario Members. Attend all required functions at the Games, i.e. Opening Ceremonies, Awards Presentations, etc., representing Special Olympics Ontario with distinction. Ensure that the athlete and coaches code of conduct is abided by all Team Ontario Members. To ensure that all coaches are effectively performing their roles and responsibilities both before and during the Games. Travel to and from the Games with Team Ontario and stay on site at the Athletes Village with team. Attend all Team Management meetings while at the games. Be on call 24 hours a day. AFTER THE GAMES: Submit all requested written reports, and/or evaluations to the Chef De Mission after the Games. Complete the Online Coach Evaluation for all coaches who attended National Games in your sport.
  • Confirmation & Submit

    Thank you for your interest in the Special Olympics Ontario National Winter Games.

    You will have an opportunity to review the entire application on the next page.

    By signing below you will confirm that the material contained in this application is true. You also acknowledge and understand that applications will be kept confidential and will be shared with the Special Olympics Ontario 2024 National Winter Games Organizing Committee. This information will also be provided to the Team Ontario Leadership team.

    Use the mouse to sign in the space provided.