Hi! I’m Bree, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. My family introduced me to Special Olympics, and I’ve now been part of it for 20 years. I’ve met many new friends, attended three Provincial Games, and gained more confidence. One of my proudest moments was the 2024 Provincials, where I set a personal best on my butterfly. I …
Breanne Mackenzie
Hi! I’m Breanne, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I started with Special Olympics 10 years ago, and it has had such a positive impact on my life. One of my proudest moments was winning two gold medals at the Provincial Games in Waterloo. I worked really hard to get there, and qualifying for Nationals means so much …
Beth Shearer
Hi! I’m Beth, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. I first got involved in swimming and have now been part of Special Olympics for 15 years. Special Olympics has helped me make new friends. One of my proudest moments was finishing my 200 Backstroke in 1st place at the Spring Games in Kitchener-Waterloo. I stay active in my …
Austin Daleman
Hi! I’m Austin, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I started my Special Olympics journey 16 years ago with Alpine Skiing, and since then I’ve built lifelong friendships and had the chance to travel for competitions. One of my proudest moments was competing at the 2018 National Summer Games in Antigonish, Nova Scotia for swimming. Being part of …
Angelina Guttman
Hi! I’m Angelina, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! My mom found the Halton Hills Special Olympics program for me, and I’ve now been involved for 12 years. I love my friends and teammates at Special Olympics — they mean so much to me. One of my biggest achievements was competing at the 2025 Canada Games in swimming. …
Stefanie Carleton
Hi! I’m Stefanie, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I first got involved through my parents, and I’ve been part of Special Olympics for 17 years. The first time I tried Special Olympics, I felt so welcome. The coaches and athletes made me feel included — and they still do. One of my proudest moments was when we …
Ryan Henry
Hi! I’m Ryan, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I first got involved by joining a basketball program in Greater Durham, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 21 years. I love sports and being active in competition. One of my biggest achievements was making Provincials, which was a proud moment for me. Being selected for …
Rori Brownley
Hi! I’m Rori, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I first got involved when my mom connected with someone in our town who coached Special Olympics, and I’ve now been part of the program for 13 years. Special Olympics has helped me meet many new people and travel to different places. One of my proudest moments was earning …
Riley Miller
Hi! I’m Riley, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I joined Special Olympics when I turned 16 and started in skiing and softball. It’s been amazing meeting new friends and competing at different levels. One of my proudest moments was going to the Provincial Games in Brantford. Being part of Team Ontario is an incredible opportunity, and I’m …
Kelsey Dow
Hi! I’m Kelsey, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I first got involved through family and friends and have now been part of Special Olympics for nine years. Special Olympics has helped me grow personally and develop strong team-building skills. I’ve previously participated at Nationals in Curling. I’m self-employed making knitted items and stay active in my community …