University of Ottawa

UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA

GET INVOLVED TODAY

WHO WE ARE

motionball is a national non-profit organization that empowers young Canadians to be leaders in their communities, raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics through inclusive social and sporting events. At the University of Ottawa, we’re working to ensure that individuals with intellectual disabilities living in Ottawa are included, supported, and celebrated. We create relevant, meaningful experiences for university students to give back to their community, while building relationships with local Special Olympics athletes. 

motionball events put the fun back into giving, at U Ottawa and across Canada. 

WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

This day not only brings awareness to the Special Olympics movement, but allows people with and without intellectual disabilities to interact, build lifelong friendships, and ultimately create more inclusive communities.

motionball’s goal is to raise the important funds needed in order to ensure that later this year, all Special Olympics programs can return stronger than ever, to ensure that no athlete is left behind.

For many athletes, Special Olympics is not just about sport, or staying healthy, but also about providing a social network, a sense of belonging and a valuable source of stability – all essential to mental and physical health.

By making a donation to motionball or entering a Team to participate, you’re helping to ensure that our friends at Special Olympics have the resources they need to stay active and return to the sport programs they love.

MAKE A DONATION TO MOTIONBALL U OTTAWA

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Without the help of volunteers, these events would not be possible! Each University committee consists of like-minded individuals with a passion to make a difference. Does this sound like you? Join your schools committee in one of the following roles:

Team Captains Communications

Social Media Coordinator

Sponsorship Coordinator

Student Recruitment

Volunteer Coordinator 

motionball Ambassador 

Want to get involved? Connect with your local team for more information: uottawa@motionball.com

MEET YOUR EVENT DIRECTORS

Bryce

Bryce

BSc in Human Kinetics

Bryce is currently at the University of Ottawa obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics. Bryce is involved on campus as the VP of Philanthropy for his student association and works with the Relay for Life Committee. Bryce's hobbies include reading, playing chess and working out!

#NOGOODWAY

motionball is working to promote positivity and inclusion, demonstrating that there is #NoGoodWay to use the “r-word” (retard). This word is hurtful, outdated, and brings back memories of being bullied and excluded for individuals with intellectual disabilities. 

As motionballers, we are proud ambassadors of the #NoGoodWay campaign. Learn more and take the pledge at motionball.com/nogoodway. 

ABOUT MOTIONBALLU


motionball is proud to donate 70% of the funds raised from this event to Special Olympics Ontario. This funding is directed to support programs for local athletes in the community. 25% is directed to the Special Olympics Canada Foundation, whose mission is to ensure the long-term financial integrity of the Special Olympics movement in Canada and to fund long term athlete and volunteer growth. 

The remaining 5% will help grow the #NoGoodWay Campaign aiming to end the use of the R-word (retard) in everyday conversation. We’re encouraging Canadians to make the choice to eliminate the R-word from their vocabulary and empower them to take #NoGoodWay to their circles of influence.

motionball’s mandate is to introduce the next generation of volunteers and donors to the Special Olympics movement through integrated social and sporting events. motionball now hosts 50+ annual events in 27 cities across Canada. motionball is proud to have donated $14M to the Special Olympics Canada Foundation since our inception in 2002. 

To learn more about motionball, please click here.

Join the motionball Ottawa Volunteer Executive Committee

motionball Ottawa is recruiting a volunteer business development coordinator!

motionball is a national non-profit that empowers young Canadians to be leaders in their communities, raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics through integrated social and sporting events. Now hosting over 50 annual events across Canada, motionball is proud to have donated over $13M since our inception in 2002.

We are seeking a passionate, hardworking, enthusiastic new member of our motionball Ottawa volunteer executive committee to fill the role of Business Development Coordinator. This individual will work with our volunteer event directors to help plan, execute and grow motionball Ottawa’s flagship event, Marathon of Sport.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform outreach amongst the Corporate Community of Ottawa with a purpose of
    securing new partnerships
  • Retain relationships with old partners
  • Raise more awareness to the Special Olympics movement in Ottawa by acting as an
    ambassador and an advocator

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Relevant experience in Sponsorship and business development
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with outstanding communication and organizational skills
  • Must be comfortable working in a team environment; and can easily interact with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner

Please submit your resume to reza@motionball.com & denise@motionball.com with a summary on why you are interested in the role.

Thank you for your interest in joining the motionball team! Only selected candidates will be contacted regarding next steps for interviews.

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Ontario Tech University

ONTARIO TECH UNIVERSITY

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WHO WE ARE

motionball is a national non-profit organization that empowers young Canadians to be leaders in their communities, raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics through inclusive social and sporting events. At Ontario Tech University, we’re working to ensure that individuals with intellectual disabilities living in the Durham region are included, supported, and celebrated. We create relevant, meaningful experiences for university students to give back to their community, while building relationships with local Special Olympics athletes. 

motionball events put the fun back into giving, at Ontario Tech and across Canada. 

WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

This day not only brings awareness to the Special Olympics movement, but allows people with and without intellectual disabilities to interact, build lifelong friendships, and ultimately create more inclusive communities.

motionball’s goal is to raise the important funds needed in order to ensure that later this year, all Special Olympics programs can return stronger than ever, to ensure that no athlete is left behind.

For many athletes, Special Olympics is not just about sport, or staying healthy, but also about providing a social network, a sense of belonging and a valuable source of stability – all essential to mental and physical health.

By making a donation to motionball or entering a Team to participate, you’re helping to ensure that our friends at Special Olympics have the resources they need to stay active and return to the sport programs they love. 

MAKE A DONATION TO MOTIONBALL ONTARIO TECH

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Without the help of volunteers, these events would not be possible! Each University committee consists of like-minded individuals with a passion to make a difference. Does this sound like you? Join your schools committee in one of the following roles:

Team Captains Communications

Social Media Coordinator

Sponsorship Coordinator

Student Recruitment

Volunteer Coordinator 

motionball Ambassador 

Interested in getting involved? Connect with our local Team for more information: sarah@motionball.com

MEET YOUR EVENT DIRECTOR

Katrina Pappas

Katrina Pappas

Education

My name is Katrina. I am a first year teacher candidate at Ontario Tech University. I am also an athlete on the Women's Varsity Soccer team and the president of the Ridgebacks Leadership Council. I am extremely excited our Ridgeback community to join together and support the Special Olympics movement through such a great event.

ABOUT MOTIONBALLU

#NOGOODWAY

motionball is working to promote positivity and inclusion, demonstrating that there is #NoGoodWay to use the “r-word” (retard). This word is hurtful, outdated, and brings back memories of being bullied and excluded for individuals with intellectual disabilities. 

As motionballers, we are proud ambassadors of the #NoGoodWay campaign. Learn more and take the pledge at motionball.com/nogoodway. 

University of Toronto

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO

GET INVOLVED TODAY

WHO WE ARE

motionball is a national non-profit organization that empowers young Canadians to be leaders in their communities, raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics through inclusive social and sporting events. At the University of Toronto, we’re working to ensure that individuals with intellectual disabilities living in Ontario are included, supported, and celebrated. We create relevant, meaningful experiences for university students to give back to their community, while building relationships with local Special Olympics athletes. 

motionball events put the fun back into giving, at UofT and across Canada. 

WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

This day not only brings awareness to the Special Olympics movement, but allows people with and without intellectual disabilities to interact, build lifelong friendships, and ultimately create more inclusive communities.

motionball’s goal is to raise the important funds needed in order to ensure that later this year, all Special Olympics programs can return stronger than ever, to ensure that no athlete is left behind.

For many athletes, Special Olympics is not just about sport, or staying healthy, but also about providing a social network, a sense of belonging and a valuable source of stability – all essential to mental and physical health.

By making a donation to motionball or entering a Team to participate, you’re helping to ensure that our friends at Special Olympics have the resources they need to stay active and return to the sport programs they love.

MAKE A DONATION TO MOTIONBALL UOFT

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Without the help of volunteers, these events would not be possible! Each University committee consists of like-minded individuals with a passion to make a difference. Does this sound like you? Join your schools committee in one of the following roles:

Team Captains Communications

Social Media Coordinator

Sponsorship Coordinator

Student Recruitment

Volunteer Coordinator 

motionball Ambassador Looking to get involved? Contact your local team for more information: uoft@motionball.com

#NOGOODWAY

MEET OUR EVENT DIRECTORS

Alyssa Coquia

Alyssa Coquia

Kinesiology

Alyssa is a fourth-year Kinesiology student and the current event director at motionball UofT. She enjoys partaking in various types of physical activity and is always open to learning a new sport, but soccer is her favourite. Her appreciation for motionball stems from the power it has to create close-knit communities and the use of sports as a tool to make a positive impact in people’s lives. She hopes to continue working as a strong supporter of the Special Olympics movement and promoting inclusive physical activity spaces beyond graduation!!

motionball is working to promote positivity and inclusion, demonstrating that there is #NoGoodWay to use the “r-word” (retard). This word is hurtful, outdated, and brings back memories of being bullied and excluded for individuals with intellectual disabilities. 

As motionballers, we are proud ambassadors of the #NoGoodWay campaign. Learn more and take the pledge at motionball.com/nogoodway. 

ABOUT MOTIONBALLU

motionball is proud to donate 70% of the funds raised from this event to Special Olympics Ontario. This funding is directed to support programs for local athletes in the community. 25% is directed to the Special Olympics Canada Foundation, whose mission is to ensure the long-term financial integrity of the Special Olympics movement in Canada and to fund long term athlete and volunteer growth. 

The remaining 5% will help grow the #NoGoodWay Campaign aiming to end the use of the R-word (retard) in everyday conversation. We’re encouraging Canadians to make the choice to eliminate the R-word from their vocabulary and empower them to take #NoGoodWay to their circles of influence.

motionball’s mandate is to introduce the next generation of volunteers and donors to the Special Olympics movement through integrated social and sporting events. motionball now hosts 50+ annual events in 27 cities across Canada. motionball is proud to have donated $14M to the Special Olympics Canada Foundation since our inception in 2002. 

To learn more about motionball, please click here.

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University of Guelph

UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH

GET INVOLVED TODAY

WHO WE ARE

motionball is a national non-profit organization that empowers young Canadians to be leaders in their communities, raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics through inclusive social and sporting events. At the University of Guelph, we’re working to ensure that individuals with intellectual disabilities living in Guelph are included, supported, and celebrated. We create relevant, meaningful experiences for university students to give back to their community, while building relationships with local Special Olympics athletes. 

motionball events put the fun back into giving, at U of Guelph and across Canada. 

Follow motionball Guelph University on Instagram for more updates!

WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

This day not only brings awareness to the Special Olympics movement, but allows people with and without intellectual disabilities to interact, build lifelong friendships, and ultimately create more inclusive communities.

motionball’s goal is to raise the important funds needed in order to ensure that later this year, all Special Olympics programs can return stronger than ever, to ensure that no athlete is left behind.

For many athletes, Special Olympics is not just about sport, or staying healthy, but also about providing a social network, a sense of belonging and a valuable source of stability – all essential to mental and physical health.

By making a donation to motionball or entering a Team to participate, you’re helping to ensure that our friends at Special Olympics have the resources they need to stay active and return to the sport programs they love.

MAKE A DONATION TO MOTIONBALL GUELPH

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Without the help of volunteers, these events would not be possible! Each University committee consists of like-minded individuals with a passion to make a difference. Does this sound like you? Join your schools committee in one of the following roles:

Team Captains Communications

Social Media Coordinator

Sponsorship Coordinator

Student Recruitment

Volunteer Coordinator 

motionball Ambassador 

Interested in getting involved? Connect with our local Team for more information: taylor@motionball.com

MEET OUR EVENT DIRECTORS

Emily Bulmer

Emily Bulmer

Marketing management

Hi everyone! My name is Emily, and I am a third-year Marketing management student at the University of Guelph. I enjoy playing intermural soccer and love to be involved with my school through clubs and teams! Growing up I've always been involved in different sports, and I absolutely love being a part of an empowering team environment! I am super excited to be a part of the motionball team this year and looking forward to raising awareness as well as participating in our fun events!

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#NOGOODWAY

motionball is working to promote positivity and inclusion, demonstrating that there is #NoGoodWay to use the “r-word” (retard). This word is hurtful, outdated, and brings back memories of being bullied and excluded for individuals with intellectual disabilities. 

As motionballers, we are proud ambassadors of the #NoGoodWay campaign. Learn more and take the pledge at motionball.com/nogoodway. 

ABOUT MOTIONBALLU

Nippising University

NIPISSING UNIVERSITY

GET INVOLVED TODAY

WHO WE ARE

motionball is a national non-profit organization that empowers young Canadians to be leaders in their communities, raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics through inclusive social and sporting events. At Nipissing University, we’re working to ensure that individuals with intellectual disabilities living in Northern Ontario are included, supported, and celebrated. We create relevant, meaningful experiences for university students to give back to their community, while building relationships with local Special Olympics athletes. 

motionball events put the fun back into giving, at Nipissing and across Canada. 

WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

This day not only brings awareness to the Special Olympics movement, but allows people with and without intellectual disabilities to interact, build lifelong friendships, and ultimately create more inclusive communities.

motionball’s goal is to raise the important funds needed in order to ensure that later this year, all Special Olympics programs can return stronger than ever, to ensure that no athlete is left behind.

For many athletes, Special Olympics is not just about sport, or staying healthy, but also about providing a social network, a sense of belonging and a valuable source of stability – all essential to mental and physical health.

By making a donation to motionball or entering a Team to participate, you’re helping to ensure that our friends at Special Olympics have the resources they need to stay active and return to the sport programs they love.

MAKE A DONATION TO MOTIONBALL NIPISSING

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Without the help of volunteers, these events would not be possible! Each University committee consists of like-minded individuals with a passion to make a difference. Does this sound like you? Join your schools committee in one of the following roles:

Team Captains Communications

Social Media Coordinator

Sponsorship Coordinator

Student Recruitment

Volunteer Coordinator 

motionball Ambassador 

Interested in getting involved? Connect with our local Team for more information: sarah@motionball.com

MEET YOUR EVENT DIRECTORS

ABOUT MOTIONBALLU

#NOGOODWAY

motionball is working to promote positivity and inclusion, demonstrating that there is #NoGoodWay to use the “r-word” (retard). This word is hurtful, outdated, and brings back memories of being bullied and excluded for individuals with intellectual disabilities. 

As motionballers, we are proud ambassadors of the #NoGoodWay campaign. Learn more and take the pledge at motionball.com/nogoodway. 

Nippising University

NIPPISING UNIVERSITY

ABOUT US

motionball is a national non-profit organization that empowers young Canadians to be leaders in their communities, raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics through inclusive social and sporting events. At Nippising University, we’re working to ensure that individuals with intellectual disabilities living in North Bay are included, supported, and celebrated. We create relevant, meaningful experiences for university students to give back to their community, while building relationships with local Special Olympics athletes. 

motionball events put the fun back into giving, at Nippising and across Canada. 

This year in particular, Special Olympics athletes need us more than ever as many remain isolated and alone, at a greater risk of contracting COVID-19 than the general population. Join us in raising funds and awareness for the cause so that Special Olympics sport programs can return with strength, and that no athlete is left behind. 

We are a committee of passionate student leaders determined to make an unprecedented impact, in an unprecedented year. 

WHAT'S HAPPENING AT NIPPISING

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#NOGOODWAY

motionball is working to promote positivity and inclusion, demonstrating that there is #NoGoodWay to use the “r-word” (retard). This word is hurtful, outdated, and brings back memories of being bullied and excluded for individuals with intellectual disabilities. 

As motionballers, we are proud ambassadors of the #NoGoodWay campaign. Learn more and take the pledge at motionball.com/nogoodway. 

McMaster University

MCMASTER UNIVERSITY

GET INVOLVED TODAY

WHO ARE WE

motionball is a national non-profit organization that empowers young Canadians to be leaders in their communities, raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics through inclusive social and sporting events. At McMaster University, we’re working to ensure that individuals with intellectual disabilities living in Hamilton are included, supported, and celebrated. We create relevant, meaningful experiences for university students to give back to their community, while building relationships with local Special Olympics athletes. 

motionball events put the fun back into giving, at McMaster and across Canada. 

Follow motionball McMaster University on Instagram for more updates!

WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

This day not only brings awareness to the Special Olympics movement, but allows people with and without intellectual disabilities to interact, build lifelong friendships, and ultimately create more inclusive communities.

motionball’s goal is to raise the important funds needed in order to ensure that later this year, all Special Olympics programs can return stronger than ever, to ensure that no athlete is left behind.

For many athletes, Special Olympics is not just about sport, or staying healthy, but also about providing a social network, a sense of belonging and a valuable source of stability – all essential to mental and physical health.

By making a donation to motionball or entering a Team to participate, you’re helping to ensure that our friends at Special Olympics have the resources they need to stay active and return to the sport programs they love.

MAKE A DONATION TO MOTIONBALL MCMASTER

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Without the help of volunteers, these events would not be possible! Each University committee consists of like-minded individuals with a passion to make a difference. Does this sound like you? Join your schools committee in one of the following roles:

Team Captains Communications

Social Media Coordinator

Sponsorship Coordinator

Student Recruitment

Volunteer Coordinator 

motionball Ambassador 

 Interested in getting involved? Connect with our local Team for more information: mcmastermotionball@gmail.com

MEET OUR EVENT DIRECTORS

Jordan Dubyk

Jordan Dubyk

Psychology Honours

My name is Jordan Dubyk and I am currently in my 3rd year of Honours Social Psychology with Research Specialization. Last year was my first year being involved with motionball and I am thrilled to return for my second year, this time as an event director! Engaging in sports is such a memorable part of so many people's lives, including mine and I joined motionball to promote and help ensure that everyone gets a chance to experience this opportunity. I am so grateful for the opportunity to be a part of motionball and I am very passionate about using my voice to advocate for a more inclusive and accepting community!

Gurleen Sandhu

Gurleen Sandhu

Kinesiology

I'm in my fourth year of Kinesiology and have been apart of McMaster motionball's executive committee since my first year! This will be my second year as Event Director for our chapter and I'm super excited for everything we have planned for our MOS this year. I first got involved with motionball because I wanted to help in ensuring important programming like the Special Olympics could continue offering what it does to its athletes and after being apart of motionball's team, I've been so lucky to meet the amazing athletes and people part of the team who are so passionate about this cause. In my free time, I enjoy reading, listening to music and spending time with my friends and family!

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#NOGOODWAY

motionball is working to promote positivity and inclusion, demonstrating that there is #NoGoodWay to use the “r-word” (retard). This word is hurtful, outdated, and brings back memories of being bullied and excluded for individuals with intellectual disabilities. 

As motionballers, we are proud ambassadors of the #NoGoodWay campaign. Learn more and take the pledge at motionball.com/nogoodway. 

ABOUT MOTIONBALLU

motionball is proud to donate 70% of the funds raised from this event to Special Olympics Ontario. This funding is directed to support programs for local athletes in the community. 25% is directed to the Special Olympics Canada Foundation, whose mission is to ensure the long-term financial integrity of the Special Olympics movement in Canada and to fund long term athlete and volunteer growth. 

The remaining 5% will help grow the #NoGoodWay Campaign aiming to end the use of the R-word (retard) in everyday conversation. We’re encouraging Canadians to make the choice to eliminate the R-word from their vocabulary and empower them to take #NoGoodWay to their circles of influence.

motionball’s mandate is to introduce the next generation of volunteers and donors to the Special Olympics movement through integrated social and sporting events. motionball now hosts 50+ annual events in 27 cities across Canada. motionball is proud to have donated $14M to the Special Olympics Canada Foundation since our inception in 2002. 

To learn more about motionball, please click here.

Brock University

BROCK UNIVERSITY

GET INVOLVED TODAY

WHO ARE WE

motionball is a national non-profit organization that empowers young Canadians to be leaders in their communities, raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics through inclusive social and sporting events. At Brock University, we’re working to ensure that individuals with intellectual disabilities living in St. Catharines are included, supported, and celebrated. We create relevant, meaningful experiences for university students to give back to their community, while building relationships with local Special Olympics athletes. 

motionball events put the fun back into giving, at Brock University and across Canada. 

 

 

WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

This day not only brings awareness to the Special Olympics movement, but allows people with and without intellectual disabilities to interact, build lifelong friendships, and ultimately create more inclusive communities.

motionball’s goal is to raise the important funds needed in order to ensure that later this year, all Special Olympics programs can return stronger than ever, to ensure that no athlete is left behind.

For many athletes, Special Olympics is not just about sport, or staying healthy, but also about providing a social network, a sense of belonging and a valuable source of stability – all essential to mental and physical health.

By making a donation to motionball or entering a Team to participate, you’re helping to ensure that our friends at Special Olympics have the resources they need to stay active and return to the sport programs they love.

MAKE A DONATION TO MOTIONBALL BROCK

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Without the help of volunteers, these events would not be possible! Each University committee consists of like-minded individuals with a passion to make a difference. Does this sound like you? Join your schools committee in one of the following roles:

Team Captains Communications

Social Media Coordinator

Sponsorship Coordinator

Student Recruitment

Volunteer Coordinator 

motionball Ambassador 

Interested in getting involved? Connect with our local Team for more information: brocku@motionball.com

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM

MEET YOUR EVENT DIRECTORS

Jacob Hutchings

Jacob Hutchings

Teachers College

"Hi everyone! My name is Jacob Hutchings, I am currently in my last year of teacher's college here at Brock University. This will be my second year involved with BrockU motionball and my first first year being an event director. The team and I look forward to build upon the success we had last year coming out of covid and are excited for the year ahead of us!"

Michela Venosa

Michela Venosa

Education

My name is Michela Venosa and I am in my fifth year of Concurrent Education at Brock. I have been a part of motionball for 3 years, this being my second year as Event Director! motionball has changed my life for the better and I am eternally grateful for all the memories and people I have met and continue to meet!

#NOGOODWAY

motionball is working to promote positivity and inclusion, demonstrating that there is #NoGoodWay to use the “r-word” (retard). This word is hurtful, outdated, and brings back memories of being bullied and excluded for individuals with intellectual disabilities. 

As motionballers, we are proud ambassadors of the #NoGoodWay campaign. Learn more and take the pledge at motionball.com/nogoodway. 

ABOUT MOTIONBALLU

motionball is proud to donate 70% of the funds raised from this event to Special Olympics Ontario. This funding is directed to support programs for local athletes in the community. 25% is directed to the Special Olympics Canada Foundation, whose mission is to ensure the long-term financial integrity of the Special Olympics movement in Canada and to fund long term athlete and volunteer growth. 

The remaining 5% will help grow the #NoGoodWay Campaign aiming to end the use of the R-word (retard) in everyday conversation. We’re encouraging Canadians to make the choice to eliminate the R-word from their vocabulary and empower them to take #NoGoodWay to their circles of influence.

motionball’s mandate is to introduce the next generation of volunteers and donors to the Special Olympics movement through integrated social and sporting events. motionball now hosts 50+ annual events in 27 cities across Canada. motionball is proud to have donated $14M to the Special Olympics Canada Foundation since our inception in 2002. 

To learn more about motionball, please click here.

MEET YOUR EVENT DIRECTORS

University of Saskatchewan

UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN

GET INVOLVED TODAY

WHO ARE WE

motionball is a national non-profit organization that empowers young Canadians to be leaders in their communities, raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics through inclusive social and sporting events. At the University of Saskatchewan, we’re working to ensure that individuals with intellectual disabilities living in Saskatchewan are included, supported, and celebrated. We create relevant, meaningful experiences for university students to give back to their community, while building relationships with local Special Olympics athletes. 

motionball events put the fun back into giving, at U Sask and across Canada. 

WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

This day not only brings awareness to the Special Olympics movement, but allows people with and without intellectual disabilities to interact, build lifelong friendships, and ultimately create more inclusive communities.

motionball’s goal is to raise the important funds needed in order to ensure that later this year, all Special Olympics programs can return stronger than ever, to ensure that no athlete is left behind.

For many athletes, Special Olympics is not just about sport, or staying healthy, but also about providing a social network, a sense of belonging and a valuable source of stability – all essential to mental and physical health.

By making a donation to motionball or entering a Team to participate, you’re helping to ensure that our friends at Special Olympics have the resources they need to stay active and return to the sport programs they love..

MAKE A DONATION TO MOTIONBALL U SASK

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Without the help of volunteers, these events would not be possible! Each University committee consists of like-minded individuals with a passion to make a difference. Does this sound like you? Join your schools committee in one of the following roles:

Team Captains Communications

Social Media Coordinator

Sponsorship Coordinator

Student Recruitment

Volunteer Coordinator 

motionball Ambassador 

Interested in getting involved? Connect with our local Team for more information: usask@motionball.com

#NOGOODWAY

motionball is working to promote positivity and inclusion, demonstrating that there is #NoGoodWay to use the “r-word” (retard). This word is hurtful, outdated, and brings back memories of being bullied and excluded for individuals with intellectual disabilities. 

As motionballers, we are proud ambassadors of the #NoGoodWay campaign. Learn more and take the pledge at motionball.com/nogoodway. 

ABOUT MOTIONBALLU

motionball is proud to donate 70% of the funds raised from this event to Special Olympics Saskatchewan. This funding is directed to support programs for local athletes in the community. 25% is directed to the Special Olympics Canada Foundation, whose mission is to ensure the long-term financial integrity of the Special Olympics movement in Canada and to fund long term athlete and volunteer growth. 

The remaining 5% will help grow the #NoGoodWay Campaign aiming to end the use of the R-word (retard) in everyday conversation. We’re encouraging Canadians to make the choice to eliminate the R-word from their vocabulary and empower them to take #NoGoodWay to their circles of influence.

motionball’s mandate is to introduce the next generation of volunteers and donors to the Special Olympics movement through integrated social and sporting events. motionball now hosts 50+ annual events in 27 cities across Canada. motionball is proud to have donated $14M to the Special Olympics Canada Foundation since our inception in 2002. 

To learn more about motionball, please click here.

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM