We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre for the 32nd Annual Inspired Gala & Auction, in support of Special Olympics Nova Scotia.
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the heart of our movement — our athletes, coaches, and volunteers. Experience inspiring stories, special guests, and the presentation of the 2025 Provincial Awards, as we shine a spotlight on the life-changing impact of Special Olympics on athletes, families, and our community.
Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference.
Reception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm
Hailfax Convention Centre
Ticket Options
Individual Ticket – $250.00
Donate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00
Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!
Table of 10 Guests – $2,500.00
Table with Special Olympics Athletes – $2,500.00
2 Special Olympics Athletes will join your 8 guests for the evening. Thank you for supporting the athletes!
For more information, questions, invoicing and other payment options contact;
Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4
Guest Speaker
We are thrilled to announce our guest speaker, Loretta Claiborne Loretta is a world class athlete, accomplished motivational speaker – who happens to also be a Special Olympics athlete and a person who has an intellectual disability. She is a celebrated game changer and inclusion advocate. Loretta is the Chief Inspiration Officer at Special Olympics International, the first athlete to serve in this role. She is a true trailblazer in the Special Olympics movement.
Some of Loretta’s accomplishments include:
- Completed 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston Marathon
- Competed in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in Pennsylvania
- Awarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996
- Joined Special Olympics in 1970
- Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000
To learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com
Online Auction Coming Soon
We are busy soliciting and securing items for the Auction, if you are interested in donating an item or experience to the auction – reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca
2025 Provincial Award Winners
Sponsors
Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.
