Hi! I’m Jennifer, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Swimming. I first got involved when my daughter was participating, and I volunteered to help out our team. I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 10 years. I have been blessed with so many new friends. The Special Olympians remind me every day of the true joy that can …
Jason McLaughlin
Hi! I’m Jason, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I first got involved in Special Olympics through swimming and bowling, and I’ve now been part of the movement for 31 years. Special Olympics has had a huge impact on my life. I see myself as an athlete — just like Eric Liddell. One of my proudest moments was …
Jack Fan
Hi! I’m Jack, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. My parents signed me up, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for four years. Special Olympics has been great. One of my proudest moments is swimming. I have previously participated in figure skating. I work at Tim Hortons. Being part of Team Ontario feels good. My advice? …
Harris Wade
Hi! I’m Harris, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I was invited to join my local Special Olympics activities, and I’ve now been involved for 25 years. Through Special Olympics, I’ve made lots of friends and built lasting connections. One of my proudest moments was competing at the Provincial Games in Guelph. I work two days a week …
Gael Shindano
Hi! I’m Gael, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. I first got involved by swimming with my Ottawa community and have now been part of Special Olympics for 16 years. Special Olympics has allowed me to socialize and be involved in various activities and sports. One of my proudest moments includes various participation and medals during Provincials, Nationals, …
Erin McNalty
Hi! I’m Erin, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. I first got involved in Special Olympics through track and field and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 10 years. One of my proudest moments was basketball. I go to fundraisers in my community. Being part of Team Ontario is great. My advice? Playing sports make making …
Emily Boycott
Hi! I’m Emily, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. My mom found out about Special Olympics when I was a baby, and I’ve now been part of it for 10 years. Special Olympics has allowed me to make friends and travel. One of my proudest moments was being inducted into the Hall of Fame and receiving the Hero …
Dianne Speed
Hi! I’m Dianne, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Swimming. I first got involved while lifeguarding a swim meet, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 30 years. Special Olympics has allowed me to meet so many friends and learn so much. One of my proudest moments has been watching the athlete grow in the sport. Being …
Deb Weedon
Hi! I’m Deb, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Swimming. My uncle was involved in Special Olympics, and as a young person I would tag along. I’ve now been involved for 15 years. I receive so much joy from these hard-working athletes — they inspire me. One of my proudest moments was getting accepted to coach for Nationals. I …
Daniel Goodman
Hi! I’m Daniel, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I first got involved after watching Special Olympics Games on TV — and I knew I wanted to be part of it. I’ve now been involved for 26 years. Special Olympics has given me opportunities to travel and compete. One of my proudest moments was competing at the 2019 …