Hi! I’m Emily, and I compete in Rhythmic Gymnastics for Team Ontario. I first got involved when my parents registered me after speaking with someone involved with Special Olympics. Special Olympics has allowed me to meet new people and travel. One of my proudest moments was making the National Team for Rhythmic Gymnastics and traveling on the airplane with my …
Emily Arbic
Hi! I’m Emily, and I compete in Rhythmic Gymnastics for Team Ontario. I first got involved after being referred by a friend, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 13 years. Special Olympics has given me more diversity in my life. One of my proudest moments was finally winning 1st place at Provincials. I’ve previously participated at the …
Brittany Toste
Hi! I’m Brittany, and I compete in Rhythmic Gymnastics for Team Ontario. I first learned to skate, then moved to figure skating where I went to Provincials and Nationals in Thunder Bay and North Bay. During that time, I also started doing Rhythmic Gymnastics. Special Olympics has helped me meet a lot of friends and stay active. One of my …
Breanna Williams
Hi! I’m Breanna, and I compete in Rhythmic Gymnastics for Team Ontario. I first got involved through friend athletes and have now been part of Special Olympics for six years. Special Olympics has made me a better athlete. One of my proudest moments was winning a gold medal in Italy in figure skating. I’ve participated in both National and World …
Allison Surek
Hi! I’m Allison, and I compete in Rhythmic Gymnastics for Team Ontario. I first got involved because I kept saying I wanted to do 10-pin bowling, and someone suggested I try Special Olympics — then other activities came along. Special Olympics has allowed me to meet people and connect with others. One of my proudest moments was winning my bowling …
Thomas Wood
Hi! I’m Thomas, and I compete in Powerlifting for Team Ontario. I first got involved when a letter came in the mail, which helped me get started. Special Olympics has helped me become more of a team player, and I’ve made a lot of good friends. One of my proudest moments was making it to Nationals. I work at an …
Michael Bandler
Hi! I’m Michael, and I compete in Powerlifting for Team Ontario. I first got involved through basketball and have now been part of Special Olympics for 20 years. Special Olympics has allowed me to make new friends. One of my proudest moments was getting to go to the AUE. I work at Sarang Kitchen, where I serve customers. I tell …
Marley Gayler
Hi! I’m Marley, and I compete in Powerlifting for Team Ontario. I first started in Special Olympics with five pin bowling — my mom put me in it to get more social. Special Olympics has made me more confident and social and has kept me in shape. One of my proudest moments was winning gold at the Berlin World Games …
Josee Seguin
Hi! I’m Josee, and I compete in Powerlifting for Team Ontario. I first got involved by going to registration at fall sign-up and never looked back. I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 15 years. Special Olympics has helped me make a lot more friends, become a lot less shy, and be more outgoing. One of my proudest moments …
Jason Foster
Hi! I’m Jason, and I compete in Powerlifting for Team Ontario. I first got involved at school and have now been part of Special Olympics for 13 years. Special Olympics has helped me meet lots of people. One of my proudest moments was going to Provincials in Kitchener for the first time and winning 3 gold medals. I stay active …