Special Olympics Ontario Winter Games return to North Bay unites community

The Special Olympics Ontario Winter Games returned to North Bay, with organizers and officials highlighting strong community support. Cody Jansma, Special Olympics Ontario President and CEO, praised the athletes' sportsmanship and said he was glad to be back.

The Special Olympics Ontario Winter Games have returned to North Bay. Organizers and local officials described the event as centered on community ties. Longworth said the event can be a driving force to bring the community closer together. Cody Jansma, Special Olympics Ontario President and Chief Executive Officer, attended the 2015 competition in a different capacity and said he was thrilled to be back. What we know: - The Special Olympics Ontario Winter Games took place in North Bay. - Longworth said the event can help bring the community closer together. - Cody Jansma, Special Olympics Ontario President and CEO, praised the community's support for the athletes and encouraged attendance when the athletes return next year. - Jansma noted the athletes want to compete and win, and he praised their sportsmanship. Summary: The return of the Games highlighted local support for athletes and the community-focused nature of the event. Organizers and officials emphasized both the competitive spirit of participants and the sportsmanship on display, and they encouraged attendance when the Games come back next year.