Tavares using platform with Maple Leafs to help Special Olympics Canada
Captain passionate about raising funds, awareness for intellectually disabled children by Mike Zeisberger NHL.com Staff Writer / @Zeisberger
John Tavares has had a special place in his heart for intellectually disabled children since he was a teenager.
Now he is using his platform as captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs to give back.
On Monday, Special Olympics Canada will announce a partnership with the John Tavares Foundation aimed at raising awareness and funds for Special Olympics Unified Sports Programs across Canada.
The Special Olympics Unified Sports Programs bring together individuals with and without intellectual disabilities on teams for sports training and competition to promote social engagement and development.