Petes, Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR), and Special Olympics Ontario Team up to Raise Funds and Awareness for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability
Published on November 20, 2023 under Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Peterborough Petes News Release
(Peterborough, ON) - The Peterborough Petes, Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR), Special Olympics Ontario, and The Peterborough Police are teaming up to raise awareness about the importance of individuals with an intellectual disability during an upcoming Petes home game.
The game will take place on Thursday, November 23 at 7:05 p.m. at the PMC when the Petes host the Windsor Spitfires. Activations at the game will include:
A LETR/Special Olympics Ontario-run kiosk so fans can learn more about Special Olympics Ontario
Public address announcements about Special Olympics Ontario
A puck drop featuring representatives LETR and Special Olympics Ontario
A bucket pass in support of LETR and Special Olympics Ontario
The awareness campaign is part of the ongoing commitment by the Ontario Hockey League, The Peterborough Petes, and LETR/Special Olympics Ontario to raise awareness and funds for Special Olympics Ontario.
"Since 2007, the OHL and its clubs have been a key partner of Special Olympics Ontario (SOO), supporting SOO with OHL Big Ticket Games, providing much needed funds and awareness to 26,000 athletes living in Ontario with intellectual disabilities. SOO thanks the Peterborough Petes and the Peterborough Police Service for their ongoing support of the movement. Together, we champion inclusion, acceptance, and offer opportunities to many athletes in the community and throughout the province to participate and thrive in sport. Thank you!"
"The Petes are proud to support Special Olympics Ontario once again to raise funds for individuals with an intellectual disability. We're excited to welcome these athletes to the PMC and highlight their amazing achievements while also bringing attention to an important cause" commented Petes Director of Marketing Adam King.
Read more about Special Olympics Ontario. Join in Game Night by utilizing #BeAFanSOO.
Tickets for the game are available. Fans can also get tickets by visiting the Grant Thornton Box Office in person or by calling (705) 748-3561.
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