loading . . . Truckers to hit the road for Special Olympics Manitoba on Saturday Île-des-Chênes will be the centre of attention on Saturday, September 6, as truckers gather for the 2025 Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) Truck Ride in support of Special Olympics Manitoba. According to their website, this annual event, taking place at the TC Energy Centre, will see Manitoba truckers line up along the Perimeter Highway in a show of solidarity for athletes with intellectual disabilities. Participants, whether behind the wheel or cheering from the curb, help provide opportunities for athletes to enjoy sports, develop healthy habits, and build lifelong friendships. New for 2025, the event will feature the inaugural Food Truck Olympics, where attendees can sample offerings from a variety of food trucks and vote for their favourite. googletag.cmd.push(function() { if($(document).width()<900) { s = googletag.defineSlot('/50748803/stol-all-bigbox', [300, 250], 'div-gpt-1648064325258-bbm1'); s.setTargeting('URL', [window.location.pathname]); s.setTargeting('position', [1648064325258]) s.addService(googletag.pubads()); googletag.pubads().refresh([s], {changeCorrelator: false}); } }); The LETR Truck Ride has been supported for many years by both the Law Enforcement Torch Run and the Manitoba Trucking Association, organizations that have championed Special Olympics Manitoba and its athletes. “This event is a celebration of community and commitment,” said Special Olympics Manitoba in a release. “It brings people together to support athletes with intellectual disabilities while raising awareness and funds for programs across the province.” The 2025 LETR Truck Ride promises to be a high-energy day of trucks, food, and community spirit, all in support of Manitoba athletes. https://steinbachonline.com/articles/truckers-to-hit-the-road-for-special-olympics-manitoba-on-saturday
