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Get Involved

Special Olympics is a worldwide movement that impacts every school and community.
We want to bring people together and share in our inclusive spaces to change the world.

Join the Youth Movement

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Become a Student Athlete

 Join a community that can last a lifetime.

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Become a Unified Partner

 Combine a love of sports with the rewards of volunteer service by becoming a Unified partner.

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Become a Champion Teacher

Empower your school. Change the world.

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Become a Unified Champion School

Engage your school, highlight your students, and create memories.

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Become A Recognized School Board

Empower your schools. Change the fabric of school cultures.

Participate

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Welcome to Special Olympics Ontario   

You are about to become part of a global movement that lasts a lifetime offering students, educators and schools with and without intellectual disabilities the chance to join an inclusive community through sports. Special Olympics Ontario invites schools to get involved, helping students build friendships, develop skills, and grow together in a supportive environment.  

 In Ontario Special Olympics focusses on our Inclusive Schools strategy built on our Inclusive Sport and Health, Youth Leadership and whole school engagement platforms. No matter where you are or how old you are Special Olympics has a place for you or your school!  

200 Competitions 300+ Schools  12,000+ Athletes, 34 Regions   

Eligibility

Stay updated on all things Special Olympics by subscribing to our bi-monthly newsletter. Click Here to subscribe and keep informed about School Championships, award winners, qualifications, news, and opportunities. (Please check your “Other” mailbox or junk folder if you don’t see it.)

Steps To Become a Participating School/School Student

Join our community! 

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Community Programs

In almost every local community Special Olympics runs volunteer driven sport-based programs for students outside of schools. With 18 sports offered each region has its own program offerings. Play while you’re in school, play after you graduate and play for the rest of your life. See our community programs page to find a program near you:
Our Communities