Submitted. From June 6 to 9, law enforcement members and Special Olympics BC athletes will hit the streets in Lower Mainland communities to raise funds and awareness for SOBC as part of the 2017 BC Law Enforcement Torch Run.
A proud BC LETR tradition, the Lower Mainland Torch Run will see participants carry the Flame of Hope and champion a message of respect and inclusion for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Approximately 500 law enforcement members from a range of agencies and 80 SOBC athletes are expected to take part in runs and festivities in their communities.
June 6: Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Langley, Surrey, White Rock
June 7: Burnaby, Vancouver, North Vancouver/West Vancouver
June 8: Mission, Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows, Port Moody/Coquitlam
June 9: New Westminster, Richmond, Delta/Ladner
Full schedule by community: www.specialolympics.bc.ca/ways-give/law-enforcement-torch-run/upcoming-events
Photos will be posted daily during the Lower Mainland Torch Run at www.flickr.com/photos/specialolympicsbc/albums
Photos from last year’s Lower Mainland Torch Run: https://www.flickr.com/photos/specialolympicsbc/albums/72157666587656254