Special Olympics Manitoba was in Thompson last week, with representatives giving a presentation to inform local residents about what Special Olympics is.

The presentation was held at the TRCC and also featured a call to action for people to volunteer as coaches or other positions.

Heather Chrupalo, the Norman Regional Leader, has details on what people should do if they’re interested in applying.

“First thing they can do is they can go to the Special Olympics website, SpecialOlympics.mb.ca, they can click on the ‘Volunteer’ icon and then that will take them to the volunteer registration form. Otherwise, they can call 925-5628, that’s in Winnipeg, and ask questions and get more information.”

Chrupalo added the coaches they’re looking for in our region include 5-pin bowling and snowshoe or cross country skiing.