DID YOU KNOW?
A look at Special Olympics P.E.I.:
- Established in 1987, the P.E.I. chapter of this international movement is dedicated to enriching the lives of Islanders with an intellectual disability through the transformative power and joy of sports.
- This grassroots movement reaches beyond the sphere of sport to empower individuals, change attitudes and build communities.
- From two-year-olds to mature adults, over 660 athletes with an intellectual disability are registered in Special Olympics P.E.I.’s year-round programs across the province.
- The athletes are supported by more than 120 volunteers.