Calgary wins bid to host Special Olympics Canada Winter Games in 2024
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The winter games in Calgary will be the qualifying event for athletes to represent Canada at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in 2025.
The year 2024 will be a big one for the city of Calgary as it prepares to host the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games.
Securing the event is a “proud” moment for Mayor Jyoti Gondek, who noted the city is excited to share its “great facilities and our inclusive community spirit” to welcome all those who attend the event with open arms.
“I know Calgarians will volunteer in great numbers to ensure that this event delivers the experience of a lifetime for these amazing athletes and their families.”
Calgary is no stranger to hosting sporting events, being the first Canadian city to host the Winter Olympics, and having recently played host to the Special Olympics Alberta Winter Provincial Games in 2019.
The city’s successful history with these large-scale events has instilled a certain level of confidence in Special Olympics Canada CEO Sharon Bollenbach.
“Having previously hosted international and national events, we know Calgary will go above and beyond to deliver an exceptional games experience for the hundreds of athletes participating at Special Olympics Canada’s signature sports competition,” Bollenbach said.
“Our athletes have been anxiously waiting for an announcement of the next national games since February of 2020.
Calgary was able to secure the title as host for the upcoming event thanks to a strong bid focused on “the care and comfort of our athletes,” said Special Olympics Canada’s vice-president of sport Blair McIntosh.
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