Special Olympics Nova Scotia

2026 Inspired Gala & Auction
2026-02-18 17:00 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | Halifax Convention Centre, 1650 Argyle St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 0E6, Canada
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.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the heart of our movement — our athletes, coaches, and volunteers. Experience inspiring stories, special guests, and the presentation of the 2025 Provincial Awards, as we shine a spotlight on the life-changing impact of Special Olympics on athletes, families, and our community.

Mark your calendar for a night that truly makes a difference.
Reception 5:00 pm | Dinner 6:00pm Hailfax Convention Centre
Tickets On Sale Now!
Ticket Options
Individual Ticket – $250.00
Donate a Ticket to an Athlete – $250.00Support an Athlete to attend so they can cheer on fellow athletes!
Table of 10 Guests – $2,500.00
Table with Special Olympics Athletes – $2,500.00 2 Special Olympics Athletes will join your 8 guests for the evening. Thank you for supporting the athletes!
For more information, questions, invoicing and other payment options contact;Krista Wadman – kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca or 902-429-2266 ext. 4

Guest Speaker
We are thrilled to announce our guest speaker, Loretta Claiborne Loretta is a world class athlete, accomplished motivational speaker – who happens to also be a Special Olympics athlete and a person who has an intellectual disability. She is a celebrated game changer and inclusion advocate. Loretta is the Chief Inspiration Officer at Special Olympics International, the first athlete to serve in this role. She is a true trailblazer in the Special Olympics movement.
Some of Loretta’s accomplishments include:

Completed 26 marathons and finishing twice in the top 100 women in the Boston Marathon
Competed in 6 Special Olympics World Games and 300+ local and state events in Pennsylvania
Awarded the EPSY Arthur Ashe Award for Courage in 1996
Joined Special Olympics in 1970
Walt Disney Productions created a movie based on Loretta’s life, The Loretta Claiborne Story in 2000

To learn more about Loretta and her incredible accomplishments – www.lorettaclaiborne.com

Online Auction Open !
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.

2025 Provincial Award Winners

Sponsors
Interested in sponsoring the Inspired Gala and Auction? ? Download the Sponsorship Package for all the available opportunities.

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Polar Plunge 2026
2026-04-18 10:00 - 14:00
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.
The 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!
The ever-popular Halifax Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Nova Scotia on Saturday, April 18th!
On-line registration will open early January 2026. Keep an eye out for an email and on our Facebook pages – @SpecialONS and @NSLETR
========== Plunger information below ==========
Join NSLETR members, Special Olympics Athletes, and cheering crowds at Grand Parade Square in Halifax for our Opening Ceremonies.
Then become part of the Torch Run that will lead us to the Halifax waterfront at The Queen’s Marque located on Lower Water Street.
At The Queen’s Marque, our BRAAAVE plungers will take a dip in the frigid cold Halifax Harbour waters – all for a great cause!
Important Information for Plungers:

Plunger On-site Registration/Check-In:

Saturday, April 18th, 2025, Registration opens at 10 am
Halifax City Hall, Grand Parade Square, 1841 Argyle Street
Registration from 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Pay your registration fee if you have not already

Special Olympics athletes do not pay a registration fee

If you miss check-in, you cannot plunge
Once you have checked in, make sure to pick up your custom Polar Plunge Sport Towel

Plunger Group Photo: 11:15am (in front of City Hall main entrance)
Opening Ceremonies: Begins at 11:25 am with opening remarks

Athletes Oath

Torch Run:

Begins at 11:40 am
Plungers & on-lookers will follow members of the NSLETR to the plunge location

The Plunge:

Plunges will begin at 12:00 pm at The Queen’s Marque, 1715 Lower Water Street
BYOT (Bring Your Own Towel)
Raise over $100 for a FREE custom Polar Plunge Toque!
Parking could be a challenge – please come early!
Costumes are encouraged – The crazier the better!
Come prepared, we will have facilities to change afterwards
HOT Coffee and HOT Chocolate will be available after you plunge
Please encourage your friends and family to come watch

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Summer Provincial Games - 2026
2026-07-03 - 2026-07-05 | St. Francis Xavier University, 4130 University Ave., Antigonish, Nova Scotia, B2G 2W5, Canada
Join us as we host over 900 athletes, coaches, and staff for the 2026 Special Olympics Nova Scotia Provincial Summer Games at StFX University.
More information will be added as we get closer to games.
Interested in volunteering at the Provincial Summer Games
Email – Krista Wadman kwadman@specialolympicsns.ca
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Special Olympics Canada National Summer Games 2026
2026-08-11 - 2026-08-15
Team Nova Scotia will be competing in Medicine Hat, Alberta at the Special Olympics Canada Summer Games 2026.
The team will be made up of 79 athletes and 37 coaches and mission staff.
Team Announcement – https://specialolympicsns.ca/teamns-2026-summergames/
For more information on the National Games – check out the website – https://www.socmedhat2026.ca/
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2026 Truck Convoy in Support of Special Olympics Nova Scotia
2026-10-03 08:00 - 13:00 | Shearwater Nova Scotia
2026 Truck Convoy in Support of Special Olympics Nova Scotia
The 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.
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THE 2026 TRUCK CONVOY IS NOW OPEN

2026 Route

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