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Every journey begins in darkness, cold, uncertain, and quiet. For Dawn Richardson Wilson, faith is the spark that brings motion. It’s what drives her from the blocks, through the season, and into the light.

JOURNEY

Dawn Richardson Wilson is a Canadian bobsleigh athlete whose path is built on resilience and belief. She’s learned that light doesn’t appear at the start it’s something you push toward with every run, every training day, every setback turned lesson.

Her 2025-26 season marks another step in her evolution as an athlete and as a person of faith defined not by medals, but by overcoming adversity, supporting others, and reaching new heights.

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Dawn’s journey is supported by people and organizations who share her belief in courage, discipline, and the pursuit of purpose.