BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Special Olympics Nova Scotia - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Special Olympics Nova Scotia X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Special Olympics Nova Scotia REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Halifax BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20150308T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20151101T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20160313T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20161106T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20170312T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20171105T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20180311T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20181104T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20190310T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20191103T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20200308T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20201101T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20210314T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20211107T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20220313T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20221106T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20230312T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20231105T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20240310T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20241103T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20250309T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20251102T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20260308T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20261101T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20270314T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20271107T050000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T213000 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20251008T165433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T045250Z UID:15951-1771434000-1771450200@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:2026 Inspired Gala & Auction DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/2026-inspired-gala-auction/ LOCATION:Halifax Convention Centre\, 1650 Argyle St\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 0E6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fundraising END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251113T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251113T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20250923T202707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T203610Z UID:15934-1763031600-1763042400@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Dr. Stanish & Friends Luncheon DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/dr-stanish-friends-luncheon/ LOCATION:Westin Nova Scotian\, 1181 HOLLIS ST\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fundraising END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230429T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230429T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20230124T214836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T123909Z UID:12013-1682762400-1682773200@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:We are at it again...2023 Polar Plunge hosted by NSLETR DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/polarplunge2023/ LOCATION:Halifax Grand Parade Square\, 1770 Barrington St\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fundraising ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://specialolympicsns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/revsons2023PP_vert-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230222T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230222T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20221118T151619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T205728Z UID:11461-1677085200-1677099600@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:The Inspired Gala and Auction DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/the-inspired-gala-and-auction/ LOCATION:Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel\, 1919 Upper Water Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 3N2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fundraising ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://specialolympicsns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/gala_logo200x200.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220430T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220430T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20220311T021458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T021741Z UID:10309-1651312800-1651323600@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:WE'RE BACK...2022 Polar Plunge hosted by NSLETR DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/were-back-2022-polar-plunge-hosted-by-nsletr/ LOCATION:Halifax Grand Parade Square\, 1770 Barrington St\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fundraising ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://specialolympicsns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2022PP_hortz-copy-e1646961435965.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220330T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220330T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20220202T153653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220401T112320Z UID:9849-1648668600-1648674000@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:The Inspired Awards & Auction DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/2022awards/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fundraising END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210225 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20210131T164712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T160513Z UID:7108-1612137600-1614211199@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:The Inspired Appeal & Auction DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/the-inspired-appeal-auction/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fundraising END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200920 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20200707T180217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200708T152321Z UID:5605-1600473600-1600559999@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:2020 Truck Convoy for Special Olympics DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/2020truck-convoy/ LOCATION:DND Shearwater\, 12 Wing Headquarters\, Shearwater\, Nova Scotia\, B0J 3A0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fundraising ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://specialolympicsns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Truck-Convoy-Irving-Presents.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200122T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200122T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20190730T164042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191125T210920Z UID:3518-1579712400-1579726800@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:The Inspired Gala Dinner DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/the-inspired-gala/ LOCATION:Cunard Center\, 961 Marginal Road\, Halifax \, Nova Scotia \, Canada CATEGORIES:Fundraising ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://specialolympicsns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Inspired_180x180_Facebook.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191031T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191031T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20190430T132542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190503T114032Z UID:3354-1572521400-1572530400@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Dr. Stanish Luncheon DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/dr-stanish-luncheon/ LOCATION:Westin Nova Scotian\, 1181 HOLLIS ST\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fundraising ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://specialolympicsns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Screen-Shot-2019-04-30-at-10.17.26-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190921 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190922 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20190307T134937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T165731Z UID:3290-1569024000-1569110399@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:2019 Truck Convoy for Special Olympics DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/2019-truck-convoy-for-special-olympics/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia CATEGORIES:Fundraising END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190323T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190323T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20190222T162540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190222T163819Z UID:3224-1553335200-1553346000@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Polar Plunge hosted by NSLETR DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/polar-plunge/ LOCATION:Halifax Grand Parade Square\, 1770 Barrington St\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada CATEGORIES:Fundraising ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://specialolympicsns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/nsletr-banner19.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180922 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180923 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20180416T184318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180806T122712Z UID:2071-1537574400-1537660799@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Truck Convoy for Special Olympics 2018 DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/truck-convoy-for-special-olympics/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia CATEGORIES:Fundraising ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://specialolympicsns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/truck-convoy-SONS.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180729T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180729T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20180728T184314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180728T184544Z UID:2779-1532854800-1532883600@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Day 3 of Flame of Hope Torch Run DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/day-3-of-flame-of-hope-torch-run/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia CATEGORIES:Fundraising ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://specialolympicsns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/day-3-letr.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180728T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180728T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20180727T223556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180727T223811Z UID:2765-1532764800-1532797200@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Day 2 of Flame of Hope Torch Run DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/day-2-of-flame-of-hope-torch-run/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia CATEGORIES:Fundraising ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://specialolympicsns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Flame-of-Hope-Torch-Run-32-stops.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180721 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180722 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20180416T184214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180621T191714Z UID:2069-1532131200-1532217599@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Motionball Marathon of Sport DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/motionball-marathon-of-sport/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia CATEGORIES:Fundraising ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://specialolympicsns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Screen-Shot-2018-06-21-at-4.14.36-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160924 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160925 DTSTAMP:20260405T071747 CREATED:20160501T143235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160504T150451Z UID:1281-1474675200-1474761599@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:5th Annual Truck Convoy DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to return to the Halifax Convention Centre on February 18th\, 2026 for the 32nd  Annual Inspired Gala & Auction\, in support of Special Olympics Nova  Scotia. \n\n \n 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. \n\n \n Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets On Sale Now! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options \nIndividual Ticket – $250.00 \nDonate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!  \nTable of 10 Guests – $2\,500.00 \nTable 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!  \nFor more information\, questions\, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Guest Speaker \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.  \nSome of Loretta’s accomplishments include: \nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston MarathonCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in PennsylvaniaAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 Joined Special Olympics in 1970Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000 \nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Auction Open ! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click the button below to browse through auction items. Great items include Green Fees\, Hotel Stays\, gift cards\, event tickets to Neptune Theatre\, Symphony Nova Scotia\, Halifax Thunderbirds\, Beer Fest and More. Heading to Montreal or Ottawa and want to take in a NHL Tickets!   New items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Provincial Award Winners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest URL:https://specialolympicsns.ca/event/5th-annual-truck-convoy/ LOCATION:Shearwater Nova Scotia CATEGORIES:Fundraising ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://specialolympicsns.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Worlds-largest-Truck-Convoy5thAnniv.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR