BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Special Olympics Nova Scotia - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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: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:20230707T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230709T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20230509T191501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T144126Z UID:12666-1688749200-1688911200@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Summer Provincial Games 2023 DESCRIPTION:Join us as we host over 750  athletes\, coaches\, and staff or the Nova Scotia Provincial Summer Games at Acadia University. \n  \n  \n \n  \nInterested in Volunteering \, Register today!\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/1gTnbE7PuCkPPigrozbDi-Bj0-JK02_5JjmYaI7bU8UI/edit?ts=6453ccc4&fbclid=IwAR1fp4JpEbPdh8S-cyGoqcyb77QXERQYxL1zqZbHKcmeNVBsJj3RRCSbwQw \n  \n  \nShare 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/summer-provincial-games-2023/ LOCATION:Acadia University END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240221T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240221T220000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20240125T172513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T011952Z UID:14308-1708534800-1708552800@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:2024 Inspired Gala & Auction DESCRIPTION:Congratulations to the 2023 Provincial Award Winners!\nJoin us as we celebrate athletes\, coaches and volunteers at the 30th Inspired Gala & Auction. \nBe wowed by our athletes\, moved by our coaches and inspired by our volunteers as we share heart-warming stories of the 2023 Provincial Award Winners. \nWe are excited to announce\, Brian Burke\, as our Celebrity Guest Speaker. Brian is a hockey executive and serves as the Executive Director of the new Professional Women’s League Players Association (PWHLPA). He has also served as the General Manager of the Hartford Whalers\, Vancouver Canucks\, Anaheim Ducks (winning the Stanley Cup in 2007) and the Toronto Maple Leafs\, as well as President of Hockey Operations for the Calgary Flames and Pittsburgh Penguins. \nReception 5:00 pmDinner 6:00 pm \nGet the Best Seats in the House Today! \nOnline Silent Auction – Open Bid NOW!  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nTickets on Sale Now!\nTicket Options \nTable of 10 guests – $2\,250.00 \nTable with Special Olympics Athletes – $2\,250.002 Special Olympics athletes will join your 8 guests for the evening. Thank you for supporting the athletes! \nDonate a ticket to an Athlete – $225.00Donate to a Special Olympics Athlete so they can cheer on fellow athletes at the Inspired Gala. \nIndividual Gala Ticket  – $225.00 \nFor additional information\, questions or other payment options contact;Krista Wadman Kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca | 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \n\nSponsors \nInterested in sponsoring the Gala? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the opportunities available! \n\n \nOnline Auction  \nWe will open the online auction at a date closer to the event in early February. Check back then to bid on exciting items all in support of Special Olympics Athletes across Nova Scotia. \n \n2023 Nova Scotia Provincial Award Winners\n \nQuestions? Email us\, we will be happy to assist you with any registration questions. \nShare 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-auction/ LOCATION:Halifax Convention Centre\, 1650 Argyle St\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 0E6\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240608T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240608T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20240513T140352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T144320Z UID:14926-1717844400-1717851600@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Youth Fund Day at Metropolitan Field DESCRIPTION:Active Start & FUNdamentals Youth Fun Day in conjunction with the Regional Qualifiers for Track & Field and Bocce. \nJoin us for youth Run-Jump-Throw games and activities including a fun run on the track!\nActive Start & FUNdamentals are programs offered by Special Olympics for children with intellectual disabilities and their siblings. \nArrival and Check-in  10:45am\nLunch included! \nFor more information and to pre-register contact Rachel Skanes – rskanes@specialolympicsns.ca \n \nShare 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/youth-fund-day-at-metropolitan-field/ LOCATION:NS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240712T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240714T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20240513T134831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T163953Z UID:14922-1720803600-1720965600@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Summer Provincial Games 2024 DESCRIPTION:Join us as we host over 850  athletes\, coaches\, and staff for the 2024 Special Olympics Nova Scotia Provincial Summer Games at Acadia University. \nCheck back for the official schedule to be posted late June once registrations are finalized. \nMore information to come!  \nInterested in Volunteering – Register today!  https://forms.gle/b3r7iG8KX25ebEDW6  \n**We currently need more volunteer to assist with Track & Field\, Swimming\, Golf and Athlete Meals. ** \n \nShare 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/summer-provincial-games-2024/ LOCATION:Acadia University END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240921T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240921T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20240513T141819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T141819Z UID:14931-1726905600-1726938000@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Truck Convoy in Support of Special Olympics Nova Scotia DESCRIPTION:The 13th Annual Truck Convoy in support of Special Olympics Nova Scotia will take place on Saturday\, September 21st\, 2024. Truckers from Nova Scotia and beyond will unite with our partners in Law Enforcement (LETR) to support Special Olympics athletes. \nIf you have participated in the past\, we thank you and hope you will join us again this year. New trucks and drivers are most welcome! Registration and online driver fundraising opportunities is now available. \nKeep an eye on our Convoy Facebook Page and check back to our website often. The Convoy will depart from CFB Shearwater at 11:00am then proceed through Dartmouth\, Cole Harbour and Eastern Passage. Route Map  \nLast year was a record breaking year – in both registered trucks and funds raised – THANK YOU! \n \nShare 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-in-support-of-special-olympics-nova-scotia/ LOCATION:NS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250207T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250209T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20250126T161855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250126T161954Z UID:15682-1738944000-1739106000@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Provincial Winter Games 2025 DESCRIPTION:Special Olympics Nova Scotia Provincial Winter Games 2025\nProvincial Winter Games will be returning to the 14 Wing Greenwood February 7th to 9th\, 2025.\n \nOpening Ceremonies kick off on Friday\, Feb 7 at 5:00 pm in the 14 Wing Community Centre. \nMore information to come as the sport schedule is finalized. \nVolunteer opportunities area available – https://forms.gle/2P8D6jjJT3CVUp2F9 \n  \n \nShare 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/provincial-winter-games-2025/ LOCATION:NS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250219T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250219T213000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20241101T145346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T223206Z UID:15035-1739984400-1740000600@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:2025 Inspired Gala & Auction DESCRIPTION:Join us on February 19th\, as we celebrate athletes\, coaches and volunteers at the 31st Inspired Gala & Auction in Support of Special Olympics Nova Scotia. Be wowed by our athletes\, moved by our coaches and inspired by our volunteers as we share heart-warming stories and present the 2024 Provincial Award Winners.  \nHe had so much fun last year\, he’s back! Brian Burke is back for the second year and this he will be joined by Paul Hollingsworth for an exclusive hot stove interview. Brian is a hockey executive and serves as the Executive Director if the new Professional Women’s League Players Association (PWHLPA). He has also serves as the General Manager of the Hartford Whalers\, Vancouver Canucks\, Anaheim Duck’s (winning the Stanley Cup in 2007) and the Toronto Maple Leafs\, as well as President of Hockey Operations for the Calgary Flames and Pittsburg Penguins.  \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00 pmHalifax Convention Centre \nTickets on Sale Now!\nTicket Options \nTable of 10 guests – $2\,250.00 \nTable with Special Olympics Athletes – $2\,250.002 Special Olympics athletes will join your 8 guests for the evening. Thank you for supporting the athletes! \nDonate a ticket to an Athlete – $225.00Donate to a Special Olympics Athlete so they can cheer on fellow athletes at the Inspired Gala. \nIndividual Gala Ticket  – $225.00 \nFor additional information\, questions or other payment options contact;Krista Wadman Kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca | 902-429-2266 ext. 4 \n \n \nOnline Auction Now Open! \nClick the button below to browse through auction items. Items are being added daily until the event. Check back often and bid high!  Interested in donating an item to the auction – reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca  \n \n \nQuestions? Email us\, we will be happy to assist you with any questions \n2024 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 \nShare 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/2025-inspired-gala-auction/ LOCATION:Halifax Convention Centre\, 1650 Argyle St\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 0E6\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250607T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250607T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20250507T143729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T143729Z UID:15823-1749294000-1749301200@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Youth Fun Day - Metropolitan Field DESCRIPTION:Youth Fun Day at Metropolitan Field\nTo register or more information email Rachel Skanes rskanes@specialolympicsns.ca \nRain or Shine\nMetropolitan Field – 94 Metropolitan Ave\, Lower Sackville \nActive Start & FUNdamentals are programs offered by Special Olympics Nova Scotia for children with intellectual disabilities and their siblings. This event will run in conjunction with HRM regional track and bocce qualifiers. \n \nShare 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/youth-fun-day-metropolitan-field/ LOCATION:Metropolitan Track\, 95 Metropolitan Ave\, Lower Sackville\, Nova Scotia\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250724T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250728T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20250324T175651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T193454Z UID:15778-1753380000-1753707600@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Nova Scotia Provincial Summer Games 2025 DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us as we host over 9000 athletes\, coaches\, and staff for the 2025 Special Olympics Nova Scotia Provincial Summer Games at StFX University. \nThese games will serve as qualifiers for the 2026 National Summer Games taking place in Medicine Hat\, Alberta in  August 2026. \nJoin us for the Opening Ceremonies – Thursday\, July 24 at 7:00pm in the Keating Centre!  \nCompetitions start Friday morning through Sunday at noon.  \nInterested in volunteering at the Provincial Summer GamesRegister today – https://forms.gle/JwTinq4monEfdJddA  \nQuestions – email  Krista Wadman kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca \n \nShare 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/nova-scotia-provincial-summer-games-2025/ LOCATION:St. Francis Xavier University\, 4130 University Ave.\, Antigonish\, Nova Scotia\, B2G 2W5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Sport Competition END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251005T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251005T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20250324T181129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T185841Z UID:15788-1759651200-1759665600@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Truck Convoy 2025 in Support of Special Olympics Nova Scotia DESCRIPTION:Announcing our 14th Annual Truck Convoy in support of Special Olympics Nova Scotia Athletes! \nSaturday\, October 4th\, 2025 \nONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THE 2025 TRUCK CONVOY IS NOW OPEN \nInterested in registering your truck – https://www.truckconvoyns.ca/drive/register/ \n \nTruckers from Nova Scotia and beyond will unite with our partners in Law Enforcement (LETR) to support Special Olympics athletes. \nTruck Convoy Facebook Page  \nShare 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-2025/ LOCATION:NS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251113T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251113T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20250923T202707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T203610Z UID:15934-1763031600-1763042400@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Dr. Stanish & Friends Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. William Stanish and friends on Thursday\, November 13th\, as together we continue making dreams come true for Special Olympics athletes! \nThe Joel Jacobson “Bright Spot Medal Award” will be presented to a deserving friend of Special Olympics Nova Scotia during the event. \nHear from athletes Jackie Barrett and Katie Isenor on their involvement in Special Olympics and the importance of the support of their families and their love of sport. \n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets\n \nSingle Tickets $125 or Table of 10 Guests \nShare 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:20260218T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T213000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 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\nJoin 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\nMark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference. \nReception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre  \nTickets On Sale Now! \nTicket 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 \nGuest Speaker \nWe 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: \n\nCompleted 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston Marathon\nCompeted in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in Pennsylvania\nAwarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996 \nJoined Special Olympics in 1970\nWalt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life\, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000\n\nTo learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com \n \n \nOnline Auction Open ! \nClick 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!   \nNew items are being added daily – check back often!  Bid High! Bid Often!  Reach out to Krista kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca with any questions.  \n \n \n2025 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 \nSponsors \nInterested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.  \n \nShare 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:20260418T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260418T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20251210T142318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T002148Z UID:16202-1776506400-1776520800@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Polar Plunge 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Law Enforcement Torch Run® (LETR) is a Special Olympics movement and one of the largest grass-roots supporters for fundraising & public awareness in the world. \nThe Annual Polar Plunge\, now in its eighth year\, has already proven an exciting and unique way to raise money for Special Olympics Nova Scotia. Members of the Nova Scotia Law Enforcement Torch Run (NSLETR) have created the coolest event in Halifax\, and you can sign-up to be part of the fun! \nThe ever-popular Halifax Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Nova Scotia on Saturday\, April 18th!\nOn-line registration will open early January 2026. Keep an eye out for an email and on our Facebook pages – @SpecialONS and @NSLETR \n========== Plunger information below ========== \nJoin NSLETR members\, Special Olympics Athletes\, and cheering crowds at Grand Parade Square in Halifax for our Opening Ceremonies.  \nThen become part of the Torch Run that will lead us to the Halifax waterfront at The Queen’s Marque located on Lower Water Street. \nAt The Queen’s Marque\, our BRAAAVE plungers will take a dip in the frigid cold Halifax Harbour waters – all for a great cause! \nImportant Information for Plungers:  \n\nPlunger On-site Registration/Check-In:\n\nSaturday\, April 18th\, 2025\, Registration opens at 10 am\nHalifax City Hall\, Grand Parade Square\, 1841 Argyle Street\nRegistration from 10:00 am – 11:00 am\nPay your registration fee if you have not already\n\nSpecial Olympics athletes do not pay a registration fee\n\n\nIf you miss check-in\, you cannot plunge\nOnce you have checked in\, make sure to pick up your custom Polar Plunge Sport Towel\n\n\nPlunger Group Photo: 11:15am (in front of City Hall main entrance)\nOpening Ceremonies: Begins at 11:25 am with opening remarks\n\nAthletes Oath\n\n\nTorch Run:\n\nBegins at 11:40 am\nPlungers & on-lookers will follow members of the NSLETR to the plunge location\n\n\nThe Plunge:\n\nPlunges will begin at 12:00 pm at The Queen’s Marque\, 1715 Lower Water Street\nBYOT (Bring Your Own Towel)\nRaise over $100 for a FREE custom Polar Plunge Toque!\nParking could be a challenge – please come early!\nCostumes are encouraged – The crazier the better!\nCome prepared\, we will have facilities to change afterwards\nHOT Coffee and HOT Chocolate will be available after you plunge\nPlease encourage your friends and family to come watch\n\n\n\n  \n \n \nShare 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-2026/ LOCATION:NS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260703 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260706 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20251210T142514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T143526Z UID:16213-1783036800-1783295999@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Summer Provincial Games - 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us as we host over 900 athletes\, coaches\, and staff for the 2026 Special Olympics Nova Scotia Provincial Summer Games at StFX University. \nMore information will be added as we get closer to games. \nInterested in volunteering at the Provincial Summer Games\nEmail – Krista Wadman kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca \nShare 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/summer-provincial-games-2026/ LOCATION:St. Francis Xavier University\, 4130 University Ave.\, Antigonish\, Nova Scotia\, B2G 2W5\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260811 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260816 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20251210T143249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T143447Z UID:16217-1786406400-1786838399@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:Special Olympics Canada National Summer Games 2026 DESCRIPTION:Team Nova Scotia will be competing in Medicine Hat\, Alberta at the Special Olympics Canada Summer Games 2026. \nThe team will be made up of 79 athletes and 37 coaches and mission staff.\nTeam Announcement – https://specialolympicsns.ca/teamns-2026-summergames/ \nFor more information on  the National Games – check out the website – https://www.socmedhat2026.ca/ \nShare 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/special-olympics-canada-summer-games-2026/ LOCATION:NS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261003T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261003T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T001905 CREATED:20260320T183833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T184748Z UID:16642-1791014400-1791032400@specialolympicsns.ca SUMMARY:2026 Truck Convoy in Support of Special Olympics Nova Scotia DESCRIPTION:2026 Truck Convoy in Support of Special Olympics Nova Scotia\nThe 15th Annual Truck Convoy in support of Special Olympics Nova Scotia will take place on Saturday\, October 3rd\, 2026. Truckers from Nova Scotia and beyond will unite with our partners in Law Enforcement (LETR) to support Special Olympics athletes. \nONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THE 2026 TRUCK CONVOY IS NOW OPEN \n \n2026 Route\n \n \nShare 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-truck-convoy-in-support-of-special-olympics-nova-scotia/ LOCATION:Shearwater Nova Scotia END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR