Special Olympics Saskatchewan

04/29/2026

The 2026 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games will be held in Medicine Hat, Alberta, from August 11–15, 2026. The games will bring together over 1,700 participants, including athletes, coaches, family members, and volunteers. This multi-sport event features 10 different sports, such as athletics, basketball, and swimming, and serves as a qualifier for athletes hoping to represent Canada at the 2027 Special Olympics World Summer Games.

If you want to support Team Sask as they prepare for the Summer Games, head over to https://sos.crowdchange.ca/128135 and hit the red 🟥 'donate' button on the top right to donate to an individual athlete or Team Sask as a whole!

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04/29/2026

April is Autism Awareness Month 🌟

Autism acceptance is about recognizing and respecting that every person experiences the world in their own unique way. It means moving beyond awareness and truly embracing differences—understanding that individuals on the autism spectrum have their own strengths, challenges, and incredible perspectives to offer. Acceptance creates spaces where people feel safe to be themselves, without judgment or pressure to fit a mold. When we choose patience, kindness, and inclusion, we help build a community where everyone is valued, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive just as they are. 💙

Stimming—short for self-stimulatory behavior—is a natural and important part of life for many individuals on the autism spectrum. Vocal stims might include humming, repeating words or phrases, or making sounds, while physical stims can look like hand-flapping, rocking, tapping, or other repetitive movements. These actions aren’t something to “fix”—they are ways people regulate their emotions, process sensory input, express excitement, or cope with stress.

04/28/2026

Visit 🔗 https://sos.crowdchange.ca/128135 to Draft an Athlete in support of Team Saskatchewan as they prepare for the 2026 Special Olympics Canada National Summer Games in Medicine Hat. Donating will help athletes cover the cost of attending the games. Hit the red 'donate' 🟥 button on the upper right side to donate to Team Sask or to choose an individual athlete.

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04/27/2026

🚨Saskatoon! This Friday and Saturday, come visit both Cora Breakfast and Lunch locations to support Special Olympics Saskatchewan!

✨ Saturday, May 2nd from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm
✨ Sunday, May 3rd from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm

Special Olympic athletes and LETR volunteers will be at Cora Breakfast and Lunch collecting donations for Special Olympics Saskatchewan. See you there!

04/27/2026

📢 Regina! This Friday and Saturday, come visit to support Special Olympics Saskatchewan!

✨ Friday, May 1st from 4:30 to 9:00 pm
✨ Saturday, May 2nd from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Special Olympic athletes and LETR volunteers will be at Lebowski's Kitchen & Lounge collecting donations for Special Olympics Saskatchewan. See you there!

04/24/2026

Our Provincial 50/50 Ticket fundraiser is currently on! Make sure to reach out to your participating local Special Olympics chapter to purchase tickets. 50/50 tickets are on sale until June 15th!

04/24/2026

"Moose Jaw athletes are coming off a successful showing at a recent Special Olympics bowling tournament in Regina, bringing home multiple podium finishes and building momentum for the program.

The event served as a qualifier for the 2027 Saskatchewan Winter Games and, ultimately, the national level in 2028."

Read the full article linked in the comments!

04/24/2026

Being part of a team teaches trust, communication, and respect—skills that carry into everyday life. Special Olympics isn’t just about playing a sport; it’s about building a community where everyone stands together, stronger as one. 💙

04/22/2026

We’re excited to have Bocce Ball back this season!

We’re looking for volunteers to help make it run smoothly.

No experience needed, just a positive attitude and willingness to help out 😊

📅 May 26 – June 30 (Tuesdays)
📍 Royal Heights Park (by Gazebo)

If you’re interested or have questions, please send us a Facebook message.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day Friends
Browse 50 ways to make a difference below, then share your own act of green to inspire your community.

https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-tips/

Are you hosting anything special for the day? Maybe a community cleanup, education workshop, tree planting day... every action strengthens the movement.

04/22/2026

Continuing to recognize the work of dedicated volunteers who share their time and effort with Special Olympics across Saskatchewan! We thank all our volunteers, without you all we could not deliver programming and services to the incredible athletes of Saskatchewan.

Special Olympics Saskatchewan - Weyburn Special Olympics Estevan Sask Special Olympics Swift Current Special Olympics Kindersley and District Special Olympics Saskatchewan- Nipawin Special Olympics Prince Albert Special Olympics La Ronge, Special Olympics Melfort, Special Olympics Unity, Special Olympics Meadow Lake, Special Olympics Yorkton

04/20/2026

Register for this upcoming webinar through Special Olympics Canada by visiting: https://tinyurl.com/4u5d7j3d
➡️ Safe Sport in Practice: A Coach’s Role in Healthy and Respectful Relationships
📅 Date: Monday, May 4th, 2026
🕛 Time: 6:00 PM CT

In this Webinar, Coaches will:
• Learn tools to use in regular practices to build a safe, positive team culture where athletes develop skills beyond sport, including understanding personal boundaries and autonomy
• Build confidence using clear, respectful language to talk about boundaries, consent, and appropriate behaviour with athletes
• Learn how Safe Sport principles show up in real coaching moments, with examples you can recognize and apply right away