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-albe…

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

Next up is our Torch Runner from Charlottetown Police Services in Prince Edward Island - Liam Jay! 🔥With three years of service under his belt, Liam is already making waves as a beacon of community spirit. He has been involved with Special Olympics since 2018! #socwgcalgary2024

The LETR’s Final Leg Presented by TD will be in a city or town near you from Feb 23 - 27! What started in 1981 as a flicker of hope for Special Olympics has now become a roaring flame of stability for Special Olympics athletes worldwide. #socwgcalgary2024 #albertaletr

Meet the incredible Tracy Cyr, proudly representing the Fredericton RCMP on the Final Leg Team! She is a the 2023 recipient of the prestigious 'LETR Member of the Year' award from Special Olympics New Brunswick. Tracy has been a involved LETR community for 6 remarkable years. 🌟

🔥 Friday kicks off the electrifying 2024 Final Leg Torch Run for the Special Olympics Canadian Winter Games! 🎉 Our Athlete Torch Runner, David Hall, has been training and gearing up to spread hope across Alberta's cities and towns. @davidhall363 @cahall59 @specialoalberta

Meet Sylvain Chevalier, our Torch Runner from the Mascouche Police service in Blainville, QC! 🔥With 32 years in law enforcement, Sylvain's dedication is unmatched. Serving as Quebec's LETR provincial director for the past 4 years, his unwavering commitment is truly inspiring.

Only 4 Polar Plunges left this season! Brace yourselves for the icy temperatures and join the #FreezinForAReason movement!! Come join the brr-ave at heart and the LETR as we dive into icy waters, all in support of Special Olympics Alberta programs and our extraordinary athletes.

Meet the unstoppable Paula McKnight, blazing trails as our next Torch Runner, proudly representing Probation & Parole, Community Corrections, all the way from Hanmer, Ontario! Paula has been lighting up the torch for LETR and Special Olympics for an incredible 15 years. 🏅

🎉 Let's Go Alberta!!! Get ready to rally behind our incredible athletes from coast to coast! Only 8 days left until the excitement unfolds! From February 27th to March 2nd, 2024, they'll be vying for personal bests and, for some, the chance to represent Special Olympics Team AB!