Team BC Tennis taking in the Games
From practice, to pin trading, pep rally and the Opening Ceremony it was a full first day at the Games for Team BC Tennis.
Flag Bearer Alex Brent is excited to get paddling
Team BC's flag bearer and kayak athlete, Alex Brent, is excited to get the Games started.
Advice from Team BC’s Medical Manager
All your hard work and preparation will be for naught if you can’t stay healthy during the Games. See some key tips from Team BC Medical Manager, Ashely Reese.
Beach Siblings excited to get the Games going
Darby Dunn, Devon Dunn, Liam Birker and Quinci Birker took to the court this morning in anticipation in getting the Games started. The siblings are looking forward to competing at the Games together.
Wrestling with excitement in Fort McMurray
20 athletes and three coaches from the wrestling team arrived today in Fort McMurray. This team was so excited to be here today they even scheduled a practice on arrival day.
Tennis Team arrives in Wood Buffalo
Arrival day in Wood Buffalo was very eventful for the tennis team.
The team was warmly welcomed at the airport by Team BC mission staff, Western Canada Summer Games volunteers, a DJ and of course Games mascot Mistiko.
The team was warmly welcomed at the airport by Team BC mission staff, Western Canada Summer Games volunteers, a DJ and of course Games mascot Mistiko.
Team BC is ready to take on the ‘Best in the West!”
The athletes and coaches for phase 1 of the Western Canada Summer Games have arrived in Wood Buffalo. On behalf of the entire Mission Team - Welcome to the Games!
23 Team BC and BC Games alumni on Team Canada at Parapan Am Games
23 Team BC and BC Games alumni are representing Team Canada at the Parapan Am Games in Toronto including 16 athletes and seven officials.
Team BC Uniforms and Pin Package Unveiled
In just two weeks, Team BC will march proudly into the Opening Ceremony of 2015 Western Canada Summer Games wearing the colours of their home province.
Applications Open for 2023 Team BC Mission Staff
/in 2022 Canada Summer GamesSeeking enthusiastic and experienced individuals to serve as volunteer Mission Staff for the 2023 Canada Winter Games in PEI. Be part of a memorable and life-changing experience. Be part of Team BC!
Chefs de Mission Announced for the 2023 Canada Winter Games
/in 2022 Canada Summer GamesKurt Innes will take the reins as the Chef de Mission and Jennifer Falloon as the Assistant Chef de Mission to lead Team BC’s preparations for the 2023 Canada Winter Games in Prince Edward Island.
32 Team BC and BC Games Alumni to Represent Canada at Beijing Winter Olympics
/in 2022 Canada Summer GamesBC will be well represented at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics as the Games kickoff inside Beijing’s National Stadium with the Opening Ceremony on Friday, February 4. Canada’s delegation of 215 athletes, the third largest at a Winter Olympics, will include 30 who hail from BC or train primarily within the province. Of those 30, […]
Team BC Mission Staff Training
/in 2021 NewsTeam BC Mission Staff for the 2022 Canada Summer Games gathered in White Rock for two days of team building, training of roles, and Games planning.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL – Team BC Clothing Package
/in 2021 NewsThe BC Games Society is looking for a uniform and merchandise supplier to outfit Team BC at the Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games and PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games.
11 Team BC and BC Games Alumni at Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games
/in 2021 NewsSix athletes and five coaches who previously competed for Team BC at the Canada Games or at the BC Games are part of Canada's contingency at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics.
Team BC Alumni Leave Their Mark on Tokyo Olympics
/in 2021 NewsCanadian athletes with experience competing at the BC Winter or BC Summer Games, or for Team BC at the Canada Games played a part in 6 of Team Canada's 24 medals at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. Eleven of Team Canada's 51 BC Games and Team BC alumni came home with hardware, while many more inspired the nation with memorable performances.
51 BC Games and Team BC Alumni Set to ‘Rep the Maple Leaf’ at Tokyo Olympics
/in 2021 NewsLed by Co-Flag Bearer Nathan Hirayama, 51 BC Games and Team BC alumni set to compete at the Tokyo Olympics are able to attribute their first multisport experience to their developmental years in BC. These athletes and coaches are a living testament of the important role the BC Games and Canada Games play in the athlete development pathway to the highest levels of competition.
Revamped Team BC Games Prep Program Set to Launch
/in 2021 NewsTeam BC and Canadian Sport Institute Pacific partner on the Team BC Games Prep Program. First announced in March 2020, the revamped progam launches July 5, 2021 with additional services and resources for athletes and coaches preparing for the 2022 Canada Summer Games in Niagara August 6-21.
In Memory of Tristan Alexander
/in 2021 NewsTeam BC is saddened to hear of the passing of one our alumni, Tristan Alexander, and would like to extend our deepest sympathies to his family, friends, and teammates.
Gord Collings Field Named After Team BC Softball Coach
/in 2021 NewsUBC is honoring Thunderbirds coach and former Team BC coach Gord Collings with a field in his name to recognize a lifetime dedicated to the game of softball in B.C. The Gord Collings Field will be the new home of the UBC Thunderbirds, making it possible for the softball team to run their program on-campus.
Two Team BC Coaches Receive Coaching Excellence Awards
/in 2020 NewsOn November 5, 2020, the Coaching Association of Canada™ (CAC) in partnership with Petro-Canada recognized 23 coaches from 10 sports at a virtual celebration of the Petro-Canada Sport Leadership Awards Gala. Two of the recipients from B.C. are former Team BC manager, Curt DeWolff, and coach, Richard Wooles.
Niagara 2021 Canada Summer Games Postponed Due to the Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic
/in 2020 NewsTeam BC Mission Staff Announced for the 2021 Canada Summer Games
/in 2020 NewsWith less than one year to go until the 2021 Canada Summer Games, preparations are underway and Team BC has selected the Mission Staff who will support British Columbia’s athletes, coaches, and managers as they prepare for and compete at these national multi-sport Games in Niagara, Ontario.
Team BC Announces Mental Performance Consultants for 2021 Canada Summer Games
/in 2020 NewsThe BC Games Society is pleased to announce that Carl Nienhuis, Dani Wilson, and Geoff Hackett have been selected as Team BC’s Mental Performance Consultants (MPC) for the 2021 Canada Summer Games in Niagara, Ontario.
Team BC Seeking Mission Staff for 2021 Canada Summer Games
/in 2020 NewsThe BC Games Society is looking for energetic and experienced volunteers to become members of Team BC’s 2021 Canada Summer Games mission staff!