Tim Hortons donuts in support of local Special Olympics athletes go on sale this weekend

A donut tastes good just about any time, but it’s especially sweet when it’s helping support Special Olympics athletes.

Tim Hortons is launching a limited-edition #ChooseToInclude donut that goes on sale this weekend.

All the proceeds raised through sales of the colourful baked treats will be donated to Special Olympics Canada, to support athletes and coaches like Kelowna’s Tony and David Wilkinson.

“We really appreciate them. They’ve been a long-term, great sponsor for Special Olympics. They help us be able to run our programs and get our athletes out for competitions, which is life-changing for our athletes that we do have in Special Olympics,” explained David.

The funding will go towards supporting Special Olympics athletes as they start to return to year-round, in-person programs that offer vital friendships, connections, and healthy activity.

Tony would have been at the winter games in Kazan, Russia right now but they’ve been postponed to 2023 because of the pandemic. Instead, he’s training for a regional competition next month.

“Right now I am training for Russia and I’m going for snowshoeing, once again, to my second World Games. I’m really excited for that, and I’m looking forward to it.” said Tony.

Don’t wait to sink your teeth into these Special Olympics donuts. They’re on sale from Friday, January 28 until Sunday, January 30 at participating Tim Hortons, while supplies last.

“They’re actually available a little bit longer this year. We have them for a three day period and 100 per cent of the proceeds go to the Special Olympics,” explained Tim Hortons store owner Lori Olsvik.