Featured Opportunities
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2025-26 Impact Report
In Special Olympics BC’s 2025-26 Impact Report, we invite you to read stories that show just a few of the many people and communities our volunteers, families, donors, sponsors, and champions of inclusion inspired and changed for the better. -
2027 Special Olympics BC Winter Games
Athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities will compete with pride in Kelowna from February 5 to 7, 2027 and in Richmond from March 26 to 28, 2027. -
Joy of Sport Gala presented by Wheaton Precious Metals
On October 22, joy met impact to change lives through sport! Thank you for supporting this meaningful fundraising gala celebrating the power of sport and the abilities of Special Olympics BC athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Who We Are
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3,500+ Athletes -
2,200+ Volunteers -
55 Communities
Change Lives, Including Yours
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Become an athlete
Athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities of all ages find belonging, friendships, and empowerment through sport! Year-round across the province, we offer sport, youth, and health programs for athletes to experience the joy of sport in a safe and inclusive community. -
Become a volunteer
Change lives, including your own! Make Special Olympics BC programs possible for thousands of deserving athletes with intellectual disabilities across the province. Our meaningful volunteer opportunities include the joy of coaching, vital program and event operational positions, and roles for a wide range of skills. -
Become a donor
Empower athletes with intellectual disabilities by ensuring the future of our year-round programs. None of the fun, games, and life-changing experiences would be possible without the support of our donors.
News & Stories
Upcoming Events
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Virtual SOC NCCP Introduction to Competition Workshop, October
The NCCP Special Olympics Canada Introduction to Competition Workshop helps to equip coaches to empower athletes with intellectual disabilities. Topic
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SOBC Volunteer Professional Development Series: Local Fund Development Opportunities
Special Olympics BC offers the Volunteer Professional Development Series to thank the remarkable administrative volunteers who do so much to make SOBC
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Virtual SOC NCCP Introduction to Competition Workshop, November
The NCCP Special Olympics Canada Introduction to Competition Workshop helps to equip coaches to empower athletes with intellectual disabilities. Topic
Meet Our Sponsors
Our sponsors play a vital role in making our programs possible. Their generous support helps athletes experience the joy of sport, build confidence, and be part of an inclusive community.
