Final evaluation before the Games; Chefs de Mission Return to Sherbrooke
may 15 2013, 11:24
From May 13 to 16, the chefs de mission and their assistants from the 13 Canadian provinces and territories closely evaluated all of the venues and services, and the overall organization of Sherbrooke 2013 to ensure that everything will be ready for August 2.
“Many of them have already experienced the Canada Games so that less than three months from the event, they were in a position to tell us precisely what has been successfully ...
Unveiling of the Schedule of Finals and Launch of the Second Phase of Ticket Sales
may 9 2013, 16:52
Sport enthusiasts from across the country can stand up and cheer! Today Sherbrooke 2013 is unveiling the schedule of semi-final and final events and launching ticket sales for these events.
Starting now, the public is invited to purchase tickets from the box office at the Université de Sherbrooke’s Centre culturel or on the www.2013canadagames.ca Web site through the Réseau Ovation network. Space is limited at several of the ...
Final Verification by NSO Technical Representatives
may 2 2013, 14:55
Technical representatives from the National Sport Organizations (NSO) from across the country are meeting in Sherbrooke from May 1 to 3 to conduct final checks on the competition venues three months prior to the opening of the largest multi-sport competition in Canada.
Together with sport leaders from the region, they have begun the final approval process of the sport venues. These teams have verified the final versions of the venue ...
100 days until the Games! Launch of the Sherbrooke 2013 Fan Club
april 24 2013, 10:33
Hundreds of volunteers, partners, and employees of Sherbrooke 2013 gathered at Bishop’s University’s John H. Price Sports Centre to celebrate a major milestone: only 100 days until the Games! What a perfect time to launch the Sherbrooke 2013 Fan Club! Become a member now by registering at 2013canadagames.ca.
“Much to our delight, the community has a strong sense of attachment to the Games and wants to highlight its special ...
Discover 5 stories about passion and the pursuit of excellence
april 24 2013, 10:30
Sports brings people together and promotes the admirable values of commitment, determination and the pursuit of excellence. CBC Radio-Canada is proud to be the regional media partner for the 2013 Canada Games and help foster our country’s next generation of elite athletes. With 100 days to go before the opening ceremonies in Sherbrooke, follow the stories of five dedicated athletes and volunteers at ...
100 days until the Games! Desjardins Volunteer and Accreditation Centre Opens its Doors
april 24 2013, 09:46
Anticipation, excitement, confidence, a sense of going beyond expectations… it’s hard to describe the sentiments associated with this important countdown: 100 days until the Games! To highlight this turning point, today, in the middle of National Volunteer Week, the Host Society is officially opening the Desjardins Volunteer and Accreditation Centre at 1900 Prospect Street in Sherbrooke.
“The opening of the Centre is a sign that the ...
Mural Mosaic 2013: Introduction of the concept and call for artists to collectively create a mural
april 23 2013, 08:39
As a part of the Destination Sherbrooke urban art program and the cultural component of the Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013, MURIRS (Urban Murals for the Revitalization of Buildings and Social Reconciliation) presented its 2013 mural project today. A mural mosaic bringing together the talents of artists from the 13 provinces and territories, from ocean to ocean to ocean.
The 14th mural in the city’s outdoor art gallery, the Sherbrooke ...
Unveiling of our Food and Beverage Policy: Healthy Eating Takes Centre Stage
march 19 2013, 16:32
The unveiling of the Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013 Food and Beverage Policy once again confirms the organization’s desire to promote healthy lifestyles. This is the first time in Canada Games history that food and beverages are being managed by their own service, that they are being supervised by a nutritionist, and that a policy will affect such a large audience—from athletes to spectators.
“In addition to promoting physical ...
BORÉALIS, proud participant in Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013
march 15 2013, 16:53
Boréalis is part of the Canada Summer Games– Sherbrooke 2013 family as a Friend-Diamond partner. The Magog company is proud to support young athletes’ participation in the Games and the competitive events that will be held in Sherbrooke, Coaticook, and Magog from August 2 to 17, 2013.
Boréalis, which has gained a reputation in Canada and internationally for its outstanding innovations in sustainable business practices for mining ...
Sherbrooke 2013: The First Fair Trade Event
february 25 2013, 10:21
The Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013 will be the first event accredited by Fairtrade Canada. The Carrefour de solidarité internationale (CSI) was the driving force behind this pilot project.
“As steering committee coordinator for the “Sherbrooke, ville équitable” (Sherbrooke, Fair Trade Town) movement, the CSI is proud to announce that the Canada Games is receiving the first ever accreditation for this type of event. ...