SOBC Coquitlam

06/15/2026

06/10/2026

Mark your calendars – it's back! 🗓️ From June 11 to 21, Empire Family of Brands stores in British Columbia will be fundraising to support Special Olympics athletes!

That means you can once again add “support Canadians with intellectual and developmental disabilities” to your grocery list. 🛒

✅ Donate at checkout at participating Empire Family of Brands stores including Safeway Canada and Thrifty Foods

💥Your donation will be matched by Empire Family of Brands* – amplifying the impact for athletes in our communities

🥇Every $2 = supports one day of activities for a Special Olympics athlete

From first goals to newfound confidence and lasting friendships – every best is personal. Your donation helps a Special Olympics athlete reach theirs.

*For more information about the Empire Family of Brands match program, visit www.specialolympics.ca/Empire

06/02/2026

A few photos from the Law Enforcement Torch Run in Port Moody! Our athletes had a wonderful day joining law enforcement officers and supporters from across the community. The Torch Run raises funds and awareness for Special Olympics programs while celebrating the hard work, determination, and achievements of our athletes.

Thank you to everyone who took part and cheered on our athletes! 💙

06/02/2026

We’re back on the greens for another unforgettable year at the Special Olympics BC Classic presented by Canaccord Genuity, where every swing helps change lives and fuel inclusion for athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 🤩 💙

Preview the auction now and explore incredible items across categories like fitness, entertainment, dining, travel, and more. Register today and be ready to jump on your favourites the moment bidding opens. New items will continue to roll in right up until launch day. 🙌

🗓️ Mark your calendar! The auction opens: June 8 at 12 p.m. PT

Learn more & preview the auction: SOBCClassic.com

05/21/2026

Attention valued Special Olympics BC coaches and volunteers!📢

We’re excited to offer more ways to grow your skills and support athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities!

Check out upcoming events, including SOC NCCP Introduction to Competition workshops and SOBC Volunteer Professional Development Series: Fit Families & Friends Summer Programming.

Explore upcoming opportunities and register today through our website calendar: https://www.specialolympics.bc.ca/calendar/

05/08/2026

Starting this weekend, you can run, walk, and empower athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the province! 👟

The 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics BC returns in May, with law enforcement members leading fun and inclusive runs/walks across the province. 🙌

➡️ Register today and join an event near you: https://www.specialolympics.bc.ca/ways-to-give/support-our-fundraising-events/law-enforcement-torch-run/bc-letr-torch-run/

04/19/2026

It’s National Volunteer Week, and this year’s theme is Ignite Volunteerism! From April 19 to 25, we're celebrating the power of volunteers to spark connection, belonging, and positive change in their communities. 💪

From organizing year-round programs and events to coaching athletes on the playing fields, thank you to our outstanding volunteers who pour their hearts into everything they do. You inspire us, and you truly make a difference. 💙

In celebration of the week, we invite all current volunteers to nominate a fellow volunteer who has made a positive impact. This is your opportunity to showcase the amazing volunteers in your community and help us celebrate them. If your nominee is selected as a winner, you will also receive a prize! We will randomly select one winner from each SOBC Region. 🤩

Learn more and enter our contest: https://www.specialolympics.bc.ca/what-we-do/national-volunteer-week

03/25/2026

Here’s a fun way for athletes to stay active and connected during Spring Break!

1. Complete the activities on the Special Olympics Canada Spring Break Bingo Card
2. Take a photo as you complete each square
3. Submit your photos to Special Olympics Canada here: https://specialolympics.ca.canto.com/u/u-aa38f84cf0be4402b8f98d5c5206e5be_cb20962b7fcf4459acfb9076bf56dbae?viewIndex=0

Want to share your photos on social media too? Tag and !

👉 Complete your card by March 31.

🎉 Special Olympics Canada will select 10 winners to receive a Tim Hortons Gift Card!

03/25/2026

"What makes me smile on the field is being with my team, playing soccer, and just having a great time." -Amy Nelson, SOBC Coquitlam athlete

That joy is what it’s all about! ❤️

Right now, hundreds of Special Olympics BC athletes across the province are giving it their all at Regional Qualifiers, chasing personal bests, building confidence, and striving for the chance to compete at provincial, national, and even international levels.

With every Split the Pot Lottery ticket, you’re helping make these moments possible by creating year-round sport opportunities while fostering inclusion and respect for athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities across B.C.

Recently, Special Olympics BC’s Heather Maciver and athlete Amy Nelson joined Your Morning Vancouver to share more about the impact of the Split the Pot Lottery and what it means to athletes and communities.

👉 Learn more, watch the full interview, and subscribe for updates: https://www.specialolympics.bc.ca/ways-to-give/support-our-fundraising-events/split-the-pot-lottery/