Madison Cyr

How long have you been involved with Special Olympics?

I have been a Special Olympics athlete since 2018.

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

I first got involved with Special Olympics because I wanted to compete in sports and make new friends. I am now more confident and get to travel the world.

What is a challenge or barrier that you have overcome?

One barrier I have overcome is my anxiety about racing and leaving home. By staying in a hotel for Provincial Games without my parents I learned that I can be independent,

What has been your favourite memory with Special Olympics?

My favourite memory with Special Olympics was winning a gold and silver medal at National Games and making a good friend on the ski team.

What has participating in Special Olympics taught you?

I learned that I can do anything I put my mind too!

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

My goal is to ski my best and fun!

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

Go for it!