Jessica Larivée

How long have you been involved with Special Olympics?

I started participating in Special Olympics alpine skiing in 2004. Special Olympics has allowed me to grow in my personal life and has brought me many benefits.

How did you first get involved with Special Olympics and how has it changed your life?

It wasn't easy at first, but with perseverance, I achieved my goals.

What has been your favourite memory with Special Olympics?

My participation in the Special Olympics World Summer Games Abu Dhabi 2019.

What has participating in Special Olympics taught you?

It helped my concentration and perseverance at work.

What does being part of Special Olympics Team Canada mean to you and what is your goal for Turin?

It's a great honour for me, and I'm ready to take on any challenge and make new friends.

What do you want people to know about athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities?

I want the world to know that an intellectual disability is not a disease, we're just like everyone else.

What would you say to someone thinking of getting involved in Special Olympics?

Special Olympics is a great program, it brings so much to a person's life, so many benefits.