Great news: a mobile app!
may 10 2013, 09:36
Ensuring everyone can stay up to date on the latest news, wherever they may be has been one of the Sherbrooke 2013 organization’s goals. Taking a significant stride in the social networking field, we have once again been innovative, becoming the first host society in the history of the Canada Games to develop a dedicated mobile application. This will help you stay tuned in to the various events during the Games. It will be a terrific tool ...
At 100 days before D day!
may 3 2013, 13:42
On August 2, the Canada Summer Games will begin in Sherbrooke. At 100 days before D day, the organizing committee held a celebration to begin the big countdown. The John F. Price Sport Centre was the gathering place for a few hundred of the 3700 volunteers registered to date. It was definitely a party atmosphere, with members of the Games team grinning like kids, full of pride and excitement, especially when the counter showed the magic ...
The Games are gaining fame!
april 17 2013, 10:26
Less than four months before the Games, the Host Society is proud see that the community has taken ownership of the Games and wants to be a part of this unforgettable experience!
A survey by Extract recherche marketing reveals that 65% of those interviewed identified the Canada Games as the largest sporting event being held in Sherbrooke this year. That’s an increase of 17% compared to the 2012 results.
The analysis also revealed that the ...
Zigzag's first birthday!!
march 19 2013, 14:28
On the occasion of his first birthday, Zigzag reflects on all that has happened over the past year. What a joy it has been travelling thousands of kilometres, taking part in over 200 events in schools and community events in the region and across the province, and having met super people!
But don't worry, our athlete will be in top shape when the thousands of participants, volunteers and visitors come to the Games in August! He's ...
Venue team leaders announced
february 26 2013, 16:57
The names of the 18 venue team leaders were announced today at a news conference held at the Université de Sherbrooke. A team of devoted volunteers, deeply involved in organizing the Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013, was introduced and everyone spoke of their pride and enthusiasm in meeting this exciting challenge. Some of the team leaders granted me a brief interview to talk about their impressions thus far.
Valérie ...
An overview of the Torch Relay activities by Arianne et Émilie!
february 7 2013, 10:19
First, in Magog...
Celebrations for the Torch Relay were held in Magog on Saturday, February 2. The festivities were very well-organized with inflatable games, a gigantic snow slide, skating rinks, treats, and more and the people of Magog turned out in full force.
Young flag bearers formally and impressively welcomed the torch. The speeches by Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013 organizers and the Mayor rallied the crowd. And the outlandish ...
Students from Ste-Pie X school learned more about the Sustainable Development!
january 23 2013, 10:23
Students from Ste-Pie X school in Magog recently had the chance to meet Arianne Hillman Beauchesne, Operations Coordinator for Sustainable Development Services at the Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013. This was an opportunity for them to learn more about a topic that may seem complex.
This initiative, part of the educational program launched last September, seeks to motivate students to learn more about a variety of subjects ...
200 days 'til the Games: Get in the Games!
january 14 2013, 14:35
We’ve arrived! This is the year of the Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013! Exactly 200 days from now the country’s largest multi-sport competition will begin and we’re calling on the community to Get in the Games! The Desjardins Group, a Major Partner of Sherbrooke 2013, is proud to be associated with the volunteer recruitment campaign and is attesting to the importance of sport and young people through its ...
Athletes’ lucky stars!
january 14 2013, 14:31
The Lucky Star Program was developed as part of the educational project launched last September. This initiative consists of pairing schools in the Estrie region with athletes from throughout the country who are currently in an intensive training and selection process in the hopes of earning a spot at the 2013 Canada Games. The idea of pairing a school with an athlete gives both parties the opportunity to share photos, e-mails, and videos. It ...
BRP to Offer Free Access to the Canada Games Closing Ceremony
december 14 2012, 12:35
We are always proud to announce the arrival of new Games Family partners. The arrival of BRP will have a very positive impact....
BRP's financial contribution will allow, among other things, the population of the Eastern Townships to attend FREE the closing ceremonies of the Canada Summer Games-Sherbrooke 2013 next August 17th. A first in the history of the Canada Games!!! A great initiative ...