| Record #: ORI0884 |
Last Modified: 04 Jan 2013 |
Last Full Update: 04 Jan 2013 |
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| Contacts |
| E-Mail | wilkielinda@hotmail.com |
| Website | www.specialolympicsontario.com |
| Primary Contact | Linda Wilkie-Ellis, Orillia Coordinator, Orillia Special Olympics; Phone: (Residence) 705-325-4753 * (Business) 705-326-0577; Email: wilkielinda@hotmail.com |
| Addresses |
| Location | Orillia |
| Mailing Address | 81 Julia Cres Orillia, ON L3V 7X4 |
| Description and Subjects |
| Description | Special Olympics provides athletes with an intellectual disability the opportunity to experience and succeed in sports. Special Olympians gain self-confidence and transfer the success from the playing field to become more active citizens in society. Current sports being offered are: bowling, track and field, speed skating, figure skating, basketball. swimming, baseball and floor hockey. Some seasonal baseball and curling. |
| Subjects | Developmental disabilities ; Physical disabilities ; Special olympics ; Sports ; Volunteer opportunities |
| VOLUNTEER_DESC | *Volunteers are always needed to help administer bowling and swimming programs. One hour per week is required. If you are interested in helping with the swimming program please contact Shannon Jones at 327-5391. To assist with the bowling program please contact Gerry at 326-9260. (POLICE CHECK REQUIRED) |
| Service Details |
| Dates | Year round |
| Areas Served | Orillia |
| Languages | English |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |