Hi! I’m Calley, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario! I first got involved because my mom is a Special Olympics swim coach — and I’ve now been part of the community for 11 years. Special Olympics has introduced me to so many amazing people and experiences. One of my proudest moments was cheering on and watching my teammates …
Alexa Grant
Hi! I’m Alexa, and I compete in Swimming for Team Ontario. I was approached by a developmental support worker at a summer camp who knew I swam and thought I would be a perfect fit to join the club. I came to practice and loved it — and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for five years. Special Olympics …
Robert Drury
Hi! I’m Robert, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Softball! I first got involved when my son became an athlete in 2021, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for four years. Coaching has been an extremely rewarding experience. One of my proudest moments was our team winning a gold medal at the 2025 Provincial Games. I work …
Karen Fortune
Hi! I’m Karen, and I’m proud to be part of Team Ontario in Softball! I first got involved when my son was being teased in regular sports, and Special Olympics became a place where he — and our family — felt welcomed and supported. Special Olympics has given me a completely different outlook, especially seeing athletes succeed and grow. I’m …
Fraser Pauley
Hi! I’m Fraser, and I compete in Softball for Team Ontario! I first got involved by volunteering as a skills development coach, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for seven years. Special Olympics has impacted my life in many positive ways and has introduced me to an incredible community. One of my proudest moments has been spending time …
Shannon Johnson
Hi! I’m Shannon, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario! I first got involved 41 years ago after seeing athletes playing baseball on my way home — and I’ve been part of Special Olympics ever since. Special Olympics has strengthened my belief that anything is possible. One of my proudest moments was bringing bowling to my school when I …
Neil Lewis
Hi! I’m Neil, and I compete in Soccer for Team Ontario! I first got involved because my daughter is an athlete, and I’ve now been part of Special Olympics for 30 years. Sports have always been important in my life, and Special Olympics has allowed me to stay involved and support athletes. One of my proudest moments was coaching my …
Mandy Gilchrist
Hi! I’m Mandy, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Soccer. I first got involved through coaching softball and have now been part of Special Olympics for two years. Special Olympics has absolutely impacted my life. One of my proudest moments was making the coaching staff for the National Games. I work as an Activity Manager at Cassellholme. Being part …
Laura Gilchrist
Hi! I’m Laura, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Soccer. I first got involved through Shannon and have now been part of Special Olympics for two years. Special Olympics is very rewarding for me. One of my proudest moments was making the coaching staff. I work in long term care. Being part of Team Ontario means I want to …
Carole Lewis
Hi! I’m Carole, and I’m part of Team Ontario in Soccer! I first got involved through a friend and have now been part of Special Olympics for 30 years. Special Olympics has given my daughter a safe and inclusive environment to grow and thrive. There isn’t just one proud moment — watching our athletes achieve their goals has been the …