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Being part of something this special, when Canadians come together
from all walks of life to celebrate sport and culture, really is life
changing. I will not soon forget the spirit of camaraderie, goodwill
and community pride I felt during my time at the Games. Seeing the
thousands of volunteers in their striking green jackets helping to make
fans, supporters, and athletes feel welcome in Prince George was
particularly moving.
And then there was the pure joy of watching Team BC athletes
compete for top honours against Canada’s best and brightest athletes.
There were too many inspiring performances to count, both on and
off the field of play. As members of Team BC, you made us all so
proud, thrilling us with an impressive number of podium finishes on
home soil, and simply being great ambassadors for this province.
Congratulations and thank you to all of you.
Coralee Oakes
Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development
Matthew Lai
(Richmond)
Gold Medallist
Figure Skating - Special Olympics
Sarah Jones
(Victoria)
Katrina Hohensee
(Kamloops)
Synchronized Swimming
Photo courtesy of
Canada Games Council
Minister Coralee Oakes with Mission Staff
members Carolyn Boomer and Tyla Flexman