Dr. Frank Hayden – A True Visionary

Dr. Frank Hayden

Considered a pioneer of the Special Olympics movement, Dr. Frank Hayden’s rigourous research efforts resulted in a fundamental change to the sports landscape in Canada and around the world.

Dr. Frank Hayden, born in Windsor and raised in St. Catharines, Ontario, created the Special Olympics while working in the United States. He also played an instrumental role in founding the Special Olympics in Canada.

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Dr. Frank Hayden