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In-Person Spring/Summer Sports Registration

In-person Spring/Summer Sports registration will be taking place on April 9th from 6:30 to 7:30 at the Bullas Room at KW Habilitation and on April 10th from 6:30 to 7:30 on the third floor of KW Habilitation.

NOTE: Any athlete enrolled in a sport which does not have a sport specific fee is required to pay a $20 general registration fee. These fees help to partially cover the cost of facilities. Payment can be made in cash, cheque or by debit transaction at in person registration. Registration fees may be paid at first training session in cash or by cheque if unable to attend in person registration.

Turin Winter World Games

Marley Gayler of Kitchener competed in cross country skiing and Andrew Johnston of Cambridge competed in snowshoeing. In a heartfelt display of skill, commitment, and camaraderie, athletes gathered at the Special Olympics World Games, celebrating their talents and the spirit of togetherness. This year's Special Olympics World Games have united participants across the world, featuring more than 1442 athletes who competed across a wide variety of winter based sports.

Marley's achievements can be found here, she won a gold medal in the 4 x 1 km relay, silver in the 2.5 km and a bronze in the 1 km races.

Andrew Johnstons achievements can be found here , he won a silver in the 800m

The Games have not only highlighted the importance of sport but also served as a powerful reminder of the role communities play in championing diversity and inclusion. The global audience has cheered not just for individual performances but for the values that unify us all.

To learn more about the incredible stories behind this year's Games please visit https://teamcanada.specialolympics.ca/

Thanks to RidgeTech Automation Inc.

A huge thank you to RidgeTech Automation Inc. for their generous donation to SO Kitchener-Waterloo. This donation will help us to purchase new uniforms and ensure that we have the proper equipment for all athletes participating in various sports. The donation is deeply appreciated!

Thanks to Justin Lavoie

Thanks to Justin Lavoie for generously donating jerseys for our softball team. These jerseys will get good use as we enter the upcoming season!

Volunteers Needed

Volunteers are needed! Special Olympics KW is looking for a Assistant Coaches and Head Coaches for all sports.

For more information on available positions, please visit our postings on the Volunteer Action Centre.

If interested in applying for a position, please email the volunteer coordinator at kwvolcc@specialolympicsontario.ca

Help make a difference by donating today!

Help make a difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities by making a donation to Special Olympics Kitchener-Waterloo. An electronic PDF tax receipt will be issued for donations made online.

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