👟 Torch Runner spotlight: Philip Whiles Representing Kamloops RCMP, Phil started coaching swimming with SOBC in 2003. He leads LETR events in Kamloops, including the Polar Plunge 🐻‍❄️ & coordinates fun games between first responders and Special Olympics athletes 🏀@BCLETR

Less than ONE MONTH to go until the 2026 @SpecialOCanada Summer Games in Medicine Hat! 🎉From the Opening Ceremonies to medal presentations, Law Enforcement Torch Run® members from across Canada will be there cheering on every athlete! 🏅💙 Aug. 11–15 👉 socmedhat2026.ca

👟Torch Runner spotlight 👟Corbin Mayer: A Special Olympics athlete from Med Hat, Corbin loves competing in softball🥎 Corbin says, “I’m very excited to be a Torch Runner for the National Summer Games!” Throughout the Final Leg, Corbin will be joined by parents, Lorraine & Miles

🌟 A heartfelt thank you to the generous 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run® Final Leg Silver Sponsors! 🥈 💙 Boston Pizza Medicine Hat 💙 Edmonton Radial Railway Society 💙 The Fort Museum 💙 Post Hotel & Spa 💙 Travois Ale Works 💙 Black Mountain Roasters 💙 St. Albert Legion 271

❄️ Are you ready to be #FREEZINFORAREASON at the inaugural Solar Plunge ☀️ Anyone and everyone can join in support of Special Olympics! 📅 August 11 📍 Icy Mountain Water Co., Medicine Hat ⏰ 12:00 PM 🔗 Register as a team or individual: soa.crowdchange.ca/146859

🌟 As we prepare to embark on this journey, we want to take a moment to say THANK YOU to our amazing 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run® Final Leg Bronze Sponsors! 🥉 We are incredibly grateful to: 💙 @choppedleaf 💙 @jerseymikesCAN 💙 @TimHortons

☝️One month until the Law Enforcement Torch Run® Final Leg! @LETRforSO members from across Canada will carry the Flame of Hope around Alberta ahead of the Special Olympics Canada Games! 📅 August 7 to 11 👀 Details coming soon! 👉 About the Final Leg: specialolympics.ab.ca/sponso…

From August 11-15, Special Olympics athletes from across Canada will gather at the 2026 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games Medicine Hat. Law Enforcement Torch Run® members from across Canada can't wait to cheer on the athletes! 🎉 👉 About the Games: socmedhat2026.ca/home

We kicked off the Final Leg at City Hall & were honored to receive blessings from Elder Patrick Blackplume, Athlete David Hall, Torch Runner Mark McGugan, Mayor Blaine Hyggen, Mrs. Rachel Thomas MP, Chief Shahin Mehdizadeh & incredible performances by Old Agency Drummers. 🔥

And we're off! The Final Leg Running Team is geared up & ready for you, Alberta! 🌟As Guardians of the Flame, law enforcement members join hands with Special Olympics athletes, carrying the Flame of Hope across AB and into the opening ceremonies with pride & determination🔥

Join us in welcoming the incredible Theresa Garagan, completing our Final Leg Torch Running Team from the Calgary Police Service! 🏃‍♀️Theresa's dedication has earned her a spot in the Richard LaMunyon Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Hall of Fame back in 2012!!!🔥🏅

Introducing Team AB's incredible Alpine Skiing Athletes for the #socwgcalgary2024! 🎿Let's give a warm welcome to Andreas Walther, Brett Garth, Madison Cyr, Courtney Riep, Eric Smiley, Wyatt Oostendorp, Josie Kinoshita, & Victor Siu. Join us in cheering them on! #specialoalberta

Rounding out our logistics crew for the Final Leg Torch Run is none other than Wil Garth, the driving force behind DREAMS Transportation in Calgary, AB 🌟 DREAMS provides an efficient & compassionate service that recognizes the value of those with special needs in our community!

Get ready to meet the unstoppable Team AB Snowshoeing Athletes! Introducing: David Kwas, Jennifer Riddell, Kieran Corrigan, Paula Miko, Susan Miko, Jenny Murray and Jessica McLean! Let's rally behind them as they strive for victory #Snowshoeing #specialoalberta #socwgcalgary2024

Meet Stephanie Justine Gulley, the LETR Liaison with Special Olympics Alberta! She is thrilled to be a part of the LETR and their crucial fund development that impacts Alberta’s Special Olympics sports programs and most importantly the incredible athletes. 🏅#socwgcalgary2024

Medicine Hat You're on Deck!!! Get ready to be #Freezinforareason tomorrow at the Medicine Hat Polar Plunge. This Plunge is part of the Final Leg Torch Run where LETR members from across Canada carry the Flame of Hope around AB & into the #socwgcalgary2024 opening ceremonies!!!

Meet Scott Galloway, the powerhouse representing Sheriff's of Newfoundland and Labrador! With an impressive 21 years under his belt as a Deputy Sheriff, Scott is no stranger to making a difference. Since 2007, he has also been a dedicated member of LETR. Welcome to the team!🔥

Let's rally behind Team Alberta's dynamic 5 Pin Bowling Athletes! Let's show our support as they aim for victory at the Special Olympics Canadian Winter Games! Let's go Wolfpack! For the full 5 Pin Bowling roster visit: specialolympics.ca/2024-team…

Meet Brad Rafuse, representing the Kentville Police Service in picturesque Nova Scotia! Brad's journey with Special Olympics began in 1987, blazing trails alongside the Michelin Tires Torch Run and the Nova Scotia LETR. Welcome Brad!#specialoalberta #socwgcalgary2024 #albertaletr

🏅Meet our incredible Team Alberta Figure Skating Athletes for the 2024 SOCWG: Jaqueline Coutts, JorDen Tyson, Moriah Van't Land, & William Cave! We're cheering you on and you inspire us all! . Good luck, champions! ✨ @specialoalberta #socwgcalgary2024