Special Olympics Alberta

Special Olympics Alberta Enriching the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities through the power and joy of sport.

There are close to 1,500 coaches and volunteers working year-round giving people with an intellectual disability the opportunity to realize their full athletic potential. Recreational and competitive sport training takes place daily, and competitions take place at the local, provincial, and national levels at regular intervals.

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that the City of St. Albert will host the 2029 Special Olympics Alberta Provincial Summer G...
06/03/2026

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that the City of St. Albert will host the 2029 Special Olympics Alberta Provincial Summer Games!

We can’t wait to partner with the St. Albert community to bring this incredible event to life and create an unforgettable experience for athletes, coaches, volunteers, and supporters from across the province.

The Provincial Summer Games provide athletes with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to compete, connect, and showcase their athletic talents on a provincial stage. We look forward to seeing the amazing achievements, sportsmanship, and community spirit that will make the 2029 Games so special.

Bring on 2029! 🏅 City of St. Albert

🌈 This Pride Month, Special Olympics Alberta proudly celebrates diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to...
06/01/2026

🌈 This Pride Month, Special Olympics Alberta proudly celebrates diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to creating a community where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and empowered to be their authentic selves, on and off the playing field. Together, we are stronger!

📣 Reminder for our athletes and volunteers! 📣Your feedback matters to us! Please take a few minutes to complete the annu...
05/25/2026

📣 Reminder for our athletes and volunteers! 📣

Your feedback matters to us! Please take a few minutes to complete the annual Athlete Engagement Survey or Volunteer Engagement Survey before the deadline on May 31st.

Your input helps us continue improving programs, events, and experiences across Special Olympics Alberta.

Complete the survey now:
Volunteer Engagement Survey: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=0uK-T6G1gUivTXRQU_erymqEOg6DQhZBg1CX9zDwezVUN0RDRUxLRjlIRTkxTUlIVVNINk9NRUdEWC4u&route=shorturl
Athlete Engagement Survey: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=0uK-T6G1gUivTXRQU_erymqEOg6DQhZBg1CX9zDwezVUOVJFM1MzSElJWVBXWTZITVRJRUxXSEpDRi4u&route=shorturl

🏌️‍♂️⛳️ Golf season is in full swing, which means it’s time to register for the third annual Swing Fore Special Olympics...
05/19/2026

🏌️‍♂️⛳️ Golf season is in full swing, which means it’s time to register for the third annual Swing Fore Special Olympics Alberta Charity Golf Tournament! 🌟

Join us September 18th at Silvertip Resort for the perfect way to wrap up your golf season. The day will include a full day of golf, a delicious dinner, breathtaking mountain views, an exciting silent auction, and the chance to support athletes with intellectual disabilities across Alberta.

Ready to tee off for a great cause? Register now: https://www.specialolympics.ab.ca/events/swing-fore-special-olympics-alberta-golf-classic-2026

We are thrilled to share that Special Olympics Alberta athlete Declan Fawcett has been selected to represent SONA at the...
05/16/2026

We are thrilled to share that Special Olympics Alberta athlete Declan Fawcett has been selected to represent SONA at the Global Athlete Congress (GAC) in Santiago, Chile, in October 2027!

This is an incredible opportunity for Declan to take on a global leadership role, share his experiences, and help shape the future of Special Olympics alongside athlete leaders from around the world.

Congratulations, Declan! We are so proud of you and excited to see all that you will accomplish on the world stage.

Special Olympics is more than an organization for athletes with intellectual disabilities—it is a community that brings ...
05/15/2026

Special Olympics is more than an organization for athletes with intellectual disabilities—it is a community that brings families together.

On the International Day of Families, we are proud to share the story of Katelyn and the incredible support system that helps her thrive in figure skating. From encouraging pep talks to cheering from the stands, Katelyn’s family plays an important role in her success on and off the ice.

Read more about Katelyn and her family in the News and Updates section of our website.

Special Olympics Alberta is excited to announce our partnership with in Calgary, bringing more fitness opportunities fo...
05/05/2026

Special Olympics Alberta is excited to announce our partnership with in Calgary, bringing more fitness opportunities for youth with intellectual & developmental disabilities!
 
Westside Recreation Centre is a sport and recreation facility featuring a pool, climbing wall, ice surface and more that offers accessible fitness and recreation programming and activities.
 
Athletes who participate in the Partnership Programming are dual registered - as athletes of Special Olympics Alberta and of Westside Recreation Centre.
 
Westside has incredible programming planned for Summer 2026, registration is open now! Sessions include Fitness Circuit programming for athletes 10-15 years old.
 
Registration must be done through Westside Recreation Centre. To register, contact Meghan at (403) 531-5875 EXT. 270

For questions or to get emails about all Partnership Programs happening in your community, email [email protected]!

This National Volunteer Week, we’re proud to celebrate incredible volunteers like Joan Gunn 💙From coaching swimming, to ...
04/21/2026

This National Volunteer Week, we’re proud to celebrate incredible volunteers like Joan Gunn 💙

From coaching swimming, to cheering on athletes at competitions around the world, Joan’s dedication has made a lasting impact on so many athletes in our community.

Her story is a powerful reminder of the joy, connection, and inclusion that Special Olympics brings to athletes and volunteers alike.

👉 Read more about Joan’s journey and her experience with Special Olympics on our website: www.specialolympics.ab.ca/news/joan-gunn-volunteer-highlight-2026

04/19/2026

This National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating the incredible people who make it all possible ❤️

Our volunteers are the heart of Special Olympics Alberta. Because of you, our athletes have the opportunity to train, compete, and shine, on and off the field.

Hear from our athletes and community as they express their appreciation for everything you do.

Thank you for your time, your passion, and your unwavering support. We truly couldn’t do it without you!

https://youtu.be/j8mXvt1vjOQ

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