The Waterloo Regional Police Service and Particular Olympics Ontario are proud to launch the Draft an Athlete program in help of the 2024 Provincial Spring Video games.
The Draft an Athlete program gives a possibility for group members and organizations to donate $500 to sponsor a competing athlete within the upcoming Provincial Spring Video games, which can be hosted in Waterloo Area from Might 23, 2024, to Might 26, 2024.
Every $500 donation will assist cowl bills related to the Video games together with journey, meals, lodging, and competitors charges.
Greater than 2,500 athletes, coaches, employees, and volunteers will come collectively to be a part of this unimaginable occasion and permit Waterloo Area the chance to showcase its group and hospitality. The Video games will characteristic 5 sports activities: basketball, swimming, rhythmic gymnastics, powerlifting and 10-pin bowling.
Police providers all through Ontario have been internet hosting the Particular Olympics Ontario Provincial Video games since 1996. That is the primary time the Waterloo Regional Police Service will host. The Video games had been initially scheduled to happen in Waterloo Area in 2020 however had been postponed because of public well being dangers related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We are incredibly honoured to have another opportunity to showcase the hard work and talent of these athletes,” stated Mark Crowell, Chief of Police. “The Draft an Athlete program allows members of our community to be a part of these Games while making a profound difference in the life of an athlete. By helping offset the financial costs, we can make sure each athlete gets the chance to compete and turn their dreams into reality.”
The Draft an Athlete program can be formally launched throughout a press convention at police Headquarters on Friday, March 8, 2024, at 1 p.m.
Particular Olympics is a nationwide group devoted to selling respect, acceptance, inclusion and human dignity for folks with mental disabilities by way of sports activities.
To be taught extra concerning the Draft an Athlete program or to donate, go to https://provincialgames.com/draft-an-athlete.
Media Inquiries:
Waterloo Regional Police Service
Public Data Unit
519-570-9777 (WRPS) ext. 8188
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