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June 2018
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President and CEO to conclude role at BC Games Society
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After 26 years with the BC Games Society, 19 of them as the President and CEO, Kelly Mann has announced that he will conclude his role with the Society this fall.
During his time as CEO, Mann helped move the program to one of sport development, away from recreational involvement resulting in greater percentages of BC Games participants competing at Canada Games, and on national and Olympic and Paralympic teams. Since his November 1992 hiring, Mann was directly involved in eighty-five provincial Games involving several thousand participants and volunteers.
The process to select a new President and CEO has begun, with applications being accepted until June 18, 2018. More information on this career opportunity can be found at BCGAMES.ORG.
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Local artist releases official BC Summer Games song
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After months of hard work and inspiration, local singer/songwriter Lindsay Elzinga has written and recorded the official song of the Cowichan 2018 BC Summer Games. With a country-influenced sound, the song is about making the colours of your mind come to life.
"Writing this song was putting into words how I feel about this community, and how much the Cowichan Valley has done for me,” Elzinga explains. “I’m very lucky to have grown up here and I’m so grateful to be given the chance to give back."
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40 years of Volunteer Legacies
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The BC Games are a sporting event, right? They are about developing athletes and sport, right? Yes, that is definitely true … but they are so much more. The Games showcase and develop communities, and they are an amazing celebration of volunteerism.
In this 40th Anniversary Feature Article, Irene Schell, 19-year veteran Event Manager of the BC Games Society, speaks to two past key volunteers and explores their stories of growth and personal legacies attained through the BC Games.
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Sports announced for Fort St. John 2020 BC Winter Games
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The sport package for the 2020 BC Winter Games has been announced identifying the 18 sports that will take part in Games being held in Fort St. John February 20-23, 2020.
Up to 1436 athletes, 361 coaches, and 246 officials will compete in alpine skiing, archery, badminton, basketball (Special Olympics), biathlon, cross country skiing, curling, diving, figure skating, freestyle skiing, gymnastics, judo, karate, ringette, rhythmic gymnastics, snowboarding, speed skating and wheelchair basketball. Athletes with a disability will compete in basketball, wheelchair basketball, cross country skiing, and figure skating.
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*Attention Provincial Sport Organizations - Save the date for the BC Games biennial sport meeting. To be held October 26, 2018 from 9am - Noon
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Guide to the Games Sessions
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Attend a G2G Session and learn what to expect at the BC Summer Games. Nine in-person sessions will be held across the province and three online webinars. Sessions are free but RSVP is required.
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#MyBCGames Photo
Contest
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CONTEST ALERT! Until June 15, share what BC Games means to you on social media using #MyBCGames and you could win a BC Ferries prize package!
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Coast Capital Savings Leadership Bursary
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2018 BC Summer Games athletes - apply now for the Coast Capital Savings Leadership Bursary. You could receive one of 16 $500 bursaries. Application deadline is July 4.
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Register as a Volunteer
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Volunteer today for the 2018 BC Summer Games! There is a special need for volunteers in the areas of Accommodation, Food Services, and Security but there are many options still available.
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BC Ferries Vacations
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Check out the BC Ferries Vacations packages for family and friends wanting to travel to the Cowichan Valley early, or extend your stay and explore more of BC after the Games.
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2018 BC Summer Games Merchandise
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Skip the lines at Games time! Shop online now for your 2018 BC Summer Games merchandise. So many great designs and clothing options to choose from!
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