Special Olympics also available in the following Northern Ontario communities: Almaguin Highlands, Atikokan, Azilda, Blind River, Dryden, Elliot Lake, Espanola, Fort Frances, Hearst, Iroquois Falls, Kapuskasing, Kenora, Kirkland Lake, Manitoulin Island, Marathon, New Liskeard, Parry Sound, Valley East and West Nipissing
Program: Special Olympics Ontario - Northern Ontario - Thunder Bay Chapter
Organization: Special Olympics Ontario - Northern Ontario
Phone Numbers: 807-623-4888
Email: jarrodc@specialolympicsontario.com
Website: www1.specialolympicsontario.com/districts/northern-ontario/
Address:
c/o c/o Denita Minoletti
421 Donald St W c/o Denita Minoletti
Thunder Bay, ON
P7E 5Y1
Street
Address
:
421 Donald St W
Thunder Bay
Location:
  • Located at Donald St in the S ward of Thunder Bay
  • Closest intersection is at Donald St and Frontenac St
Accessibility:
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Hours not specified
Public Contacts: James Stolz - Community Coordinator
jstolz81@msn.com

Service Description:
  • Empowers individuals with intellectual disabilities to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through sports training and competition
  • Offers children and adult athletes year-round training and competition in many Olympic-type sports at Invitational and Regional meets
  • Sports offered vary with locations but can include:
    • Basketball
    • Bowling (5 and 10-pin)
    • Floor Hockey
    • Power lifting
    • Swimming
    • Soccer
    • Softball
    • Track and Field
    • Alpine Skiing
    • Curling
    • Figure Skating
    • Nordic Skiing
    • Snowshoeing
    • Speed Skating
    Offers opportunities for volunteering within all sports offered



    Fees: Membership; Program - Registration
    Application:
    • Call or e-mail for information becoming an athlete for the Special Olympics or visit website

    • Individuals interested in volunteering can register through the website
    Eligibility / Target Population: Individuals 8 years of age and older with an intellectual disability
    Languages: English
    Area Served: City of Thunder Bay
    See Also: Fitness, Recreation, and Social Programs for People with Disabilities
    Last Updated: 9/1/2026
    Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=213017

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