Kevin Fillier
Local / Community
Smithers & Coquitlam
When and how did you get involved with Special Olympics?
I started volunteering with SOBC in 2023. I wanted to get back into community sports and greatly enjoyed my time with SOBC. I have been volunteering ever since!
Will this be your first Special Olympics Canada Games? If not, what other National Games were you part of and in what role(s)?
Yes, this will be my first SO National Games.
What does being part of Special Olympics Team BC 2026 mean to you?
I am grateful to share this opportunity with so many unbelievable athletes, coaches, and mission staff who are a true inspiration, and am looking forward to the memories shared a long the way!
What is/are your goal(s) for National Games?
Our main goal is to have everyone truly enjoy this National Games experience and live it to the fullest. Our secondary goal is to help athletes perform at their best and to celebrate their achievements on this national stage!
What is your favourite Special Olympics experience to date?
Watching our team win Gold at the 2025 SOBC Provincial Games.
What does competing at National Games mean to your athletes? (Or, if this is your first National Games, competition in general)
Competing at National Games provides our athletes the opportunity to showcase their hard work, determination, and sportsmanship at the National level. Further, competing at National Games means exploring new provinces and making new friendships and representing Team BC!
What developments are you excited to see in your Team BC sport team leading up to National Games?
Seeing the team come together in training camps and throughout the season as we prepare to represent Team BC; channeling the excitement and positive energy and improve both team cohesion and individual skills.
What would you say about Special Olympics to encourage someone to get involved?
Volunteering with SOBC has truly been a rewarding experience. Engaging with athletes and like minded volunteer staff is always an enjoyable experience and you learn something valuable every session.
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