We’re now just a month away from kicking off the 2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games in Prince George.
The festivities will start on July 9th with the 2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games Law Enforcement Torch Run Final Leg, which will bear the Flame of Hope across the City.
Spectators are invited to line the route and cheer as the Torch Run departs from the Prince George RCMP Detachment at 10:30 am, with arrival at the CN Centre expected at noon.
“We would be thrilled to see people lining the race route as we bring the Flame of Hope from the Prince George RCMP Detachment to CN Centre,” said Cpl. Jennifer Cooper.
“Bring out your noise-makers, your cow bells, your abundant enthusiasm as we support our Special Olympics athletes in this event.”
The games themselves will run from July 10th to 12th, with more than 1,200 athletes competing in ten different sports.
“The 2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games Organizing Committee and the community of Prince George have been proudly preparing to host an outstanding experience for our Special Olympics athletes from across the province this July,” said Co-Chair Renee McCloskey.
“We are ready to welcome the province to come together and support the athletes who will shine in 10 sports.”
Approximately 1,000 volunteers are needed to put on the event.
“We know Prince George has amazing volunteers, and we need you all to sign up today to ensure the athletes can have the very best experience possible,” said Co-Chair Lyn Hall.
“We sincerely thank the generous volunteers and sponsors who have already stepped forward to champion inclusion and have a memorable experience with the 2025 SOBC Games.”
Volunteers can sign up here.
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