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Special Olympics Ontario (SOO) is a volunteer-driven organization with over 20,000 athletes and 10,000 volunteers registered across the province.
In the Ottawa area, programs run year-round, almost every day of the week, and take place in schools, community centres, parks, and sports facilities throughout the city. Special Olympics Ottawa is a community of over 500 athletes and more than 300 volunteers, offering more than 30 programs across 25 sports.
We welcome athletes as young as 2 years old, beginning with Active Start and FUNdamentals, where children build basic movement skills and confidence through play. As athletes grow, they can participate in Youth Multisport (ages 13–21), where they explore a variety of sports and continue developing their abilities.
At the heart of Special Olympics Ottawa are our core sport programs, aimed toward athletes 13 and older find their potential through meaningful training and competition!
Every facet of our community is dedicated to enriching the lives of people with intellectual disabilities through sport.
Spring/Summer 2026 Sports Registration – Coming Soon!
Spring/Summer 2026 Sports Registration – Coming Soon!
We will be accepting registration to the Spring/Summer 2026 program lottery between April 1st and April 30th! Please continue to watch our website for any updates.
Due to the overwhelming success with online registration last season, this will continue to be the preferred method for registration. Details will also be provided about opportunities for in-person and mail-in registration for those unable to register online.
To learn more about our programs, like what to expect, wear, or bring, please visit the programs section of our website.
Summer Sport Programs:
Athletics (Track and Field)
Bocce
Golf
Pickleball
Softball
Soccer
FUNdamentals (open to athletes aged 5-12)
Youth Multisport (open to athletes aged 13-21)
Information about dates, times, and locations will be available on our website April 1, 2026
Please note that athletes who are successful with registration (i.e., you are accepted through the lottery) will be contacted by their coach to confirm registration, start date / time / location / any special instructions!
See our registration FAQs and Registration Form: Ottawa - Forms and Resources
New for coaches
New for coaches
Quick Reference Cards for Coaches and Team Managers.pdfParticipant Waiver Media Opt Out Form Updated Dec 1 2021.pdfSummer Registration Form - 2026.docx.pdf
Volunteer With Us
Volunteer With Us
We're looking for some awesome volunteers to join the SOO - Ottawa family! There are a variety of volunteer positions to choose from. Check out how you can volunteer with us.
Click below for resources, tips and ideas to stay healthy from home!
Stay Connected
Stay Connected
Tips, tricks and challenges to help you connect with your friends, coaches and Special Olympics while practicing social distancing.
Stay Active
Stay Active
Virtual activities and challenges you can do to stay active and fit from home!
Stay Positive
Stay Positive
Tools and resources to maintain the mental health of the Special Olympics community.
Stay Informed
Stay Informed
Information to help you understand COVID-19 and help you stay safe.
Your donations go a long way!
Your donations go a long way!
Special Olympics Ontario - Ottawa supports more than 650 athletes with intellectual disabilities. We're dedicated to enriching the lives of Ottawans with an intellectual disability through sport by promoting respect, acceptance, inclusion and human dignity. Our athletes have competed at the local, provincial, national and world levels, and this wouldn't be possible without the generous support of our community.
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