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PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Conclude with ‘Party on the Dock’ Closing Ceremony

After 16 incredible days, the 29th edition of the Canada Games will officially conclude tonight with the Closing Ceremony from Eastlink Centre in Charlottetown at 7:30 PM AST.

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Taylor Stewart

Another day, another historic moment at the Canada Games as Women’s boxing makes its debut

There have been records smashed and countless debuts made by athletes here at the 2023 Canada Games, but yesterday, history was made when female boxing got underway on P.E.I.

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Ryan Keliher

Mixed Doubles Curling Officially Makes Its Debut at the Canada Games

Curling in Canada is rich in history, with the first curling club established in Montreal in 1807. This morning, 216 years later, another first in Canadian curling history took place as Mixed Doubles Curling made its Canada Games debut at the Montague Curling Club.

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Taylor Stewart

Women’s hockey at the Canada Games has been a springboard for powerful female figures in sport

Women’s hockey at the Canada Games returns to P.E.I. where it made its original debut in 1991. In the tournaments since then, numerous Canadian hockey idols have laced up and begun their glorious careers at the Canada Games.

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Whitehorse hockey phenom Gavin McKenna smashes through a 28-year-old Canada Games record during a tournament to remember for Yukon

In just six contests this Winter Games, McKenna recorded 29 points including 14 goals, smashing a Canada Games record that stood for 28 years. The previous record for points in a tournament was 27, set by Francois Methot of Quebec in 1995 and tied by Kelsey Tessier of New Brunswick in 2007.

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Canada Games House Welcomes Athletes and Families at PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games

With the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games officially underway, the Canada Games Council (CGC) and the 2023 Host Society are thrilled to celebrate the nation’s top young athletes and their families and friends with the launch of Canada Games House, presented by Canadian Tire.

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The Host Society

We’re All Islanders! PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Kick Off With High-Energy Opening Ceremony

Let the Games begin! Reminiscent of an Island kitchen party, the athletes were all smiles and a capacity crowd was brought to its feet during the Opening Ceremony of the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games.

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The Host Society

Town of North Rustico and 2023 Canada Games Officially Open Eliyahu Wellness Centre at Canada Games Place

After many years of planning, the town of North Rustico reached a historic milestone today with the opening of Eliyahu Wellness Centre at Canada Games Place.

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The Host Society

We Are Ready! PEI Set to Host the Nation for the 2023 Canada Winter Games

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is ready to give a warm Maritime welcome to over 3,600 athletes, managers and coaches as they descend on PEI’s friendly shores for the 29th edition of the Canada Games.

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New Canada Games Cauldron Unveiled Ahead of PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society and Canada Games Council are proud to unveil the new cauldron that will house the flame to ignite the spirit of Canadian sport throughout the 2023 Canada Games, February 18 - March 5, 2023.

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PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Broadcast to Showcase Over 1,200 Hours of Live Games Coverage

The PEI 2023 Host Society and Canada Games Council are proud to reveal the broadcast schedule and new streaming platform for the 2023 Canada Winter Games from February 18 - March 5, 2023.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Games Announces Full Festival Lineup and Schedule

With less than a month to go until the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games, the Host Society is thrilled to reveal the full IllumiNATION Festival lineup and programming schedule from February 19 - March 4 at Port Charlottetown and various partner venues across the province.

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2023 Canada Winter Games Launches Canada Games for Literacy Donation Program

To celebrate Family Literacy Day, the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society in partnership with the PEI Literacy Alliance, is pleased to announce the public launch of the Canada Games for Literacy donation program, in support of children’s literacy in PEI.

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PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Adds New Sponsors & Community Donors

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is pleased to announce the addition of three new sponsors: The Prince Edward Island Automobile Dealers Association (PEIADA), Robin’s Donuts, and Fitzgerald and Snow.

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The Canada Games Council

Canadian Tire Corporation Extends Support for the Canada Games through 2027

The Canada Games Council (CGC) is thrilled to announce that Canadian Tire Corporation (CTC) has renewed its longstanding commitment as a national partner of the Canada Games for the upcoming events in 2023, 2025 and 2027.

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The Host Society

Medal Design Unveiled for the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games

To celebrate “One Month to Go” from the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games, the Host Society revealed its design for the hard-earned medals that over 2,500 young athletes will be competing for.

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The Canada Games Council

Canada Games Council Unveils Class of 2023 for Canada Games Hall of Honour

The Canada Games Council is pleased to reveal the five phenomenal alumni who will be inducted into the Canada Games Hall of Honour at the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games in February. The Class of 2023 features decorated Olympians Marc Gagnon, Heather Moyse and Sami Jo Small, trailblazing builder Vicki Keith, and distinguished alum Dr. Heather Morrison.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Winter Games Declared an Official True Sport Event

In recognition of the belief that good sport can make a great difference, the PEI 2023 Host Society and Canada Games Council have officially declared the 2023 Canada Winter Games a True Sport event – ensuring the values of fairness, excellence, inclusion and fun are at the heart of the Games.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Winter Games Reaches Volunteer Recruitment Goal

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games has officially reached its goal of recruiting 5,000 volunteers who will help welcome the nation to Prince Edward Island for the 29th edition of the Canada Games from February 18 to March 5, 2023.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Games Welcomes New Sponsors

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is pleased to announce the addition of three new sponsors: University of Prince Edward Island, Island Coastal Services Ltd., and Irving Oil.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Games Opens Media Accreditation Process

The PEI 2023 Canada Games Host Society and Canada Games Council has officially opened the application process for media to procure accreditation for the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games. From February 18 to March 5, the Games will bring together 3,600 athletes, managers and coaches, across 20 different sports, for the largest multi-sport event in the country.

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The Canada Games Council

Canada Games Council Statement on the Removal of the Policy on Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccines for 2023 Canada Winter Games

The Canada Games Council (CGC) has removed its Policy on Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccines for accredited individuals ahead of the upcoming 2023 Canada Winter Games in Prince Edward Island.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Games Launches Catch the Spirit Education Resource

The 2023 Canada Winter Games and Canada Games Council are pleased to launch the PEI 2023 edition of the Canada Games Catch the Spirit Program - a free teaching resource for educators and students in Grades K-9 across the country.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Games Presents IllumiNATION Festival

Today the 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society marked its ‘100 Days to Go’ milestone by launching its Games-time festival “IllumiNATION” – a 14-day celebration of PEI and Canadian arts and culture.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Games is Hitting the Road with PEI Mutual to Host Community Celebrations Across the Island

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is pleased to launch PEI Mutual Road to the Games – a series of community celebrations that showcases the rich history, diversity, and culture of Island communities.

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2023 Canada Games Announces Official Torchbearers

We are excited to reveal the first wave of inspiring Islanders who have been named as Torchbearers for the Cavendish Farms Torch Relay!

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Celebrate 100 Days to Go with Free Concert Series

The 2023 Canada Winter Games is pleased to partner with the Confederation Centre, Trailside Music Hall, and the University of Prince Edward Island to deliver the 100 Days to Go Free Concert Series featuring local artists such as KINLEY, Kierrah, Rowen Gallant, Emmanuelle LeBlanc, Pascal Miousse, Louise Arsenault, Jonny Ray Arsenault, Oshun Dance, Vince the Messenger, TNA, Loki, Mini$helly, F$rgo, and DJ Sheny.

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2023 Canada Games Ignites the Cavendish Farms Torch Relay on Parliament Hill

On Monday, the PEI 2023 Host Society, Canada Games Council, and Cavendish Farms proudly lit the Roly McLenahan Torch at the Centennial Flame on Parliament Hill.

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PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Welcomes Lone Oak Brewing Co. as Official Craft Beer Partner

The PEI 2023 Host Society is excited to announced Lone Oak Brewing Co. as an official sponsor of the 2023 Canada Winter Games.

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PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Partners with the Canadian Congress on Inclusive Diversity & Workplace Equity

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society has officially partnered with the Canadian Congress on Inclusive Diversity & Workplace Equity to implement a comprehensive Anti-Racism & Anti-Discrimination Framework for a Safe & Brave Spaces Program.

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Cavendish Farms Helps Light the Way to the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games as Official Torch Relay Sponsor

Today, the PEI 2023 Host Society announced Cavendish Farms as an official sponsor of the 2023 Canada Winter Games and lead partner of the upcoming Canada Games Torch Relay program.

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Canada Games Flag Sets Sail for Prince Edward Island

Last night, the Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games came to a close with an epic Closing Ceremony overlooking The Falls.

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2023 Canada Games and ADL Launch National Contest

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to partner with Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL) and Dairy Isle to give Canadians a chance to win a VIP trip for two to the 2023 Canada Winter Games.

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2023 Canada Games Announces Latest Sponsors

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is pleased to announce the addition of four new sponsors: Town of Stratford, Provincial Credit Union, The AC Group of Independent Accounting Firms, and Delta Hotels Prince Edward by Marriott.

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Wheelchair Basketball Canada

ParaSport and Recreation PEI to host Canada’s next generation of talent at Junior Nationals

The top junior Wheelchair Basketball athletes in Canada will participate in the Junior National Championship at the Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre on the University of Prince Edward Island campus in Charlottetown from June 10-12, 2022.

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2023 Canada Games Launches Games Gear Friday

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island — The 2023 Canada Games Host Society, in partnership with the Province of Prince Edward Island, is excited to present Games Gear Friday, a monthly contest encouraging Islanders and organizations to show their Games spirit by wearing official merchandise every Friday leading up to the Games in 2023.

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2023 Canada Games Announces Torch Relay Route and Torchbearer Nomination Process

Today, the 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society revealed its Torch Relay program including the official Torch Relay route and Torchbearer nomination process.

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2023 Canada Games Launches Medal Design Call for Submissions

The 2023 Canada Games Host Society is inviting submissions from PEI artists, artisans and creators to design the medals for the upcoming 2023 Canada Winter Games, taking place from February 18 to March 5, 2023.

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Islanders invited to create the mascot theme song

The Prince Edward Island 2023 Canada Games Host Society invites interested musicians and artists to submit an Expression of Interest to create a Mascot Theme Song for the purpose of providing accompanying music for Wowkwis when she is attending community events.

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The 2023 Canada Games Host Society is inviting PEI youth to submit ideas for the festival site

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society recognizes and values the opinion of Island youth, who are the leaders of tomorrow, and encourage them to participate in a survey where they can share ideas and suggestions for the 2023 Canada Games festival site.

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Calling All Island-based Creators & Performers!

The Canada Games Winter Games Host Society is creating a database of creators and performers living in Prince Edward Island, to draw from as paid performance opportunities arise leading up to and during the 2023 Canada Winter Games.

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2023 Canada Games Volunteer Centre Officially Opens

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island — Islanders can now visit the 2023 Canada Games Volunteer Centre, located at 121B Sandstone Road in Charlottetown, to learn more about volunteer opportunities, receive assistance with their application, and complete phases of their volunteer journey.

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Chefs de Mission Visit Prince Edward Island

Today, Chefs de Mission from Canada’s 13 provinces and territories are arriving in Prince Edward Island to get a preview of the preparations underway for the 2023 Canada Winter Games as they attend Mission Conference #1 from April 4-7.

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Islanders invited to Volunteer Centre Grand Opening on April 7

To celebrate the official opening of the Volunteer Centre, located at 121B Sandstone Road in Charlottetown, the 2023 Canada Games Host Society is welcoming Islanders to an open house on Thursday, April 7 from 3 to 7 p.m.

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MBS Radio becomes Official Media Partner for the 2023 Canada Games

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to welcome MBS Radio and its Island stations CFCY, MAX-FM, and SPUD FM, as an Official Media Partner for the PEI 2023 Games.

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2023 Canada Games Welcomes Latest Sponsors

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society announced today the addition of four new organizations to its growing roster of sponsors: Grant Thornton, Maritime Electric, Coach Atlantic Maritime Bus, and Dairy Farmers of PEI.

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Crabbe Mountain Ready to Host 2022 Canadian Junior Mogul Championships

The 2022 Canadian Junior Mogul Championships, presented by Toyota is coming to New Brunswick!

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The Canada Games Council

Vision33 Canada Inc. Named Canada Games National Partner

The Canada Games Council (CGC) and the 2023 Canada Games Host Society are pleased to welcome Vision33 Canada Inc. as a National Multi-Games Partner of the Canada Games, starting with the 2023 Canada Winter Games in Prince Edward Island.

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The City of Summerside

PEI’s newest multisport venue officially opens in Summerside

Prince Edwards Island’s newest piece of sport and recreation infrastructure officially opened today on the grounds at Credit Union Place in Summerside.

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2023 Canada Winter Games Passes on Sale Now

The 2023 Canada Games Host Society is excited to reveal its ticket program for the PEI 2023 Games. Select Games passes are now available to the general public through Ticketmaster and the Credit Union Place box office in Summerside, with a special early bird price for family passes offered until March 31, 2022.

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Saltwire Becomes an Official Media Partner for the 2023 Canada Games

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is thrilled to welcome the Saltwire Network as an Official Media Partner for the PEI 2023 Games.

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Stingray Group Announced as an Official Media Partner

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society today is pleased to welcome Stingray Group and its Island stations, Ocean 100 and HOT 105.5, as an Official Media Partner for the PEI 2023 Games.

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Celebrating One Year to Go until the 2023 Canada Winter Games

In exactly one year, the 2023 Canada Winter Games will get underway in PEI! To mark the occasion, the Host Society announced today the launch of the online volunteer application portal, and welcomed Karbon as the official volunteer uniform outfitter.

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Islanders invited to participate in 2023 Canada Games Spirit Day

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to launch 2023 Canada Games Spirit Day, a community-focused initiative encouraging Islanders to share their excitement for the Games online by wearing and decorating their communities in green and blue on February 17.

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2023 Canada Games Welcomes New Sponsors

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to welcome four new organizations to its growing roster of sponsors: Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL), PEI Mutual Insurance Company, Office Interiors, and DALMAC.

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Mascot Revealed for the 2023 Canada Games

The official mascot of the 2023 Canada Winter Games has been revealed and is ready to celebrate the power of sport and welcome the nation to Prince Edward Island in 2023.

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The City of Charlottetown & Summerside show their support

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to announce the City of Charlottetown and the City of Summerside have signed on as municipal partners for the 2023 Games.

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Mascot Design Challenge

Calling all kids! The challenge to create the official mascot for the 2023 Canada Games is on.

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Hansen Electric and Key Murray Law announce support for the 2023 Games

The 2023 Canada Games Host Society is pleased to welcome two new organizations to its growing roster of sponsors: Hansen Electric and Key Murray Law.

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Brand Launch and Atlantic Lottery Becomes First Major Sponsor

With just two years to go until the start of the 2023 Canada Winter Games, the PEI Host Society today launched its brand and announced a new sponsorship with Atlantic Lottery.

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Mascot Design Challenge Winner

Congratulations to our Mascot Design Challenge winner, Myla Doucette, a Grade 3 student from Gulf Shore Consolidated school in North Rustico!

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PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Conclude with ‘Party on the Dock’ Closing Ceremony

After 16 incredible days, the 29th edition of the Canada Games will officially conclude tonight with the Closing Ceremony from Eastlink Centre in Charlottetown at 7:30 PM AST.

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Taylor Stewart

Another day, another historic moment at the Canada Games as Women’s boxing makes its debut

There have been records smashed and countless debuts made by athletes here at the 2023 Canada Games, but yesterday, history was made when female boxing got underway on P.E.I.

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Ryan Keliher

Mixed Doubles Curling Officially Makes Its Debut at the Canada Games

Curling in Canada is rich in history, with the first curling club established in Montreal in 1807. This morning, 216 years later, another first in Canadian curling history took place as Mixed Doubles Curling made its Canada Games debut at the Montague Curling Club.

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Taylor Stewart

Women’s hockey at the Canada Games has been a springboard for powerful female figures in sport

Women’s hockey at the Canada Games returns to P.E.I. where it made its original debut in 1991. In the tournaments since then, numerous Canadian hockey idols have laced up and begun their glorious careers at the Canada Games.

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BY
Taylor Stewart

Whitehorse hockey phenom Gavin McKenna smashes through a 28-year-old Canada Games record during a tournament to remember for Yukon

In just six contests this Winter Games, McKenna recorded 29 points including 14 goals, smashing a Canada Games record that stood for 28 years. The previous record for points in a tournament was 27, set by Francois Methot of Quebec in 1995 and tied by Kelsey Tessier of New Brunswick in 2007.

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The Canada Games Council

Canada Games House Welcomes Athletes and Families at PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games

With the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games officially underway, the Canada Games Council (CGC) and the 2023 Host Society are thrilled to celebrate the nation’s top young athletes and their families and friends with the launch of Canada Games House, presented by Canadian Tire.

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The Host Society

We’re All Islanders! PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Kick Off With High-Energy Opening Ceremony

Let the Games begin! Reminiscent of an Island kitchen party, the athletes were all smiles and a capacity crowd was brought to its feet during the Opening Ceremony of the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games.

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The Host Society

Town of North Rustico and 2023 Canada Games Officially Open Eliyahu Wellness Centre at Canada Games Place

After many years of planning, the town of North Rustico reached a historic milestone today with the opening of Eliyahu Wellness Centre at Canada Games Place.

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The Host Society

We Are Ready! PEI Set to Host the Nation for the 2023 Canada Winter Games

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is ready to give a warm Maritime welcome to over 3,600 athletes, managers and coaches as they descend on PEI’s friendly shores for the 29th edition of the Canada Games.

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The Host Society

New Canada Games Cauldron Unveiled Ahead of PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society and Canada Games Council are proud to unveil the new cauldron that will house the flame to ignite the spirit of Canadian sport throughout the 2023 Canada Games, February 18 - March 5, 2023.

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The Host Society

PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Broadcast to Showcase Over 1,200 Hours of Live Games Coverage

The PEI 2023 Host Society and Canada Games Council are proud to reveal the broadcast schedule and new streaming platform for the 2023 Canada Winter Games from February 18 - March 5, 2023.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Games Announces Full Festival Lineup and Schedule

With less than a month to go until the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games, the Host Society is thrilled to reveal the full IllumiNATION Festival lineup and programming schedule from February 19 - March 4 at Port Charlottetown and various partner venues across the province.

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2023 Canada Winter Games Launches Canada Games for Literacy Donation Program

To celebrate Family Literacy Day, the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society in partnership with the PEI Literacy Alliance, is pleased to announce the public launch of the Canada Games for Literacy donation program, in support of children’s literacy in PEI.

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The Host Society

PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Adds New Sponsors & Community Donors

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is pleased to announce the addition of three new sponsors: The Prince Edward Island Automobile Dealers Association (PEIADA), Robin’s Donuts, and Fitzgerald and Snow.

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The Canada Games Council

Canadian Tire Corporation Extends Support for the Canada Games through 2027

The Canada Games Council (CGC) is thrilled to announce that Canadian Tire Corporation (CTC) has renewed its longstanding commitment as a national partner of the Canada Games for the upcoming events in 2023, 2025 and 2027.

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The Host Society

Medal Design Unveiled for the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games

To celebrate “One Month to Go” from the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games, the Host Society revealed its design for the hard-earned medals that over 2,500 young athletes will be competing for.

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The Canada Games Council

Canada Games Council Unveils Class of 2023 for Canada Games Hall of Honour

The Canada Games Council is pleased to reveal the five phenomenal alumni who will be inducted into the Canada Games Hall of Honour at the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games in February. The Class of 2023 features decorated Olympians Marc Gagnon, Heather Moyse and Sami Jo Small, trailblazing builder Vicki Keith, and distinguished alum Dr. Heather Morrison.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Winter Games Declared an Official True Sport Event

In recognition of the belief that good sport can make a great difference, the PEI 2023 Host Society and Canada Games Council have officially declared the 2023 Canada Winter Games a True Sport event – ensuring the values of fairness, excellence, inclusion and fun are at the heart of the Games.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Winter Games Reaches Volunteer Recruitment Goal

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games has officially reached its goal of recruiting 5,000 volunteers who will help welcome the nation to Prince Edward Island for the 29th edition of the Canada Games from February 18 to March 5, 2023.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Games Opens Media Accreditation Process

The PEI 2023 Canada Games Host Society and Canada Games Council has officially opened the application process for media to procure accreditation for the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games. From February 18 to March 5, the Games will bring together 3,600 athletes, managers and coaches, across 20 different sports, for the largest multi-sport event in the country.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Games Welcomes New Sponsors

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is pleased to announce the addition of three new sponsors: University of Prince Edward Island, Island Coastal Services Ltd., and Irving Oil.

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The Canada Games Council

Canada Games Council Statement on the Removal of the Policy on Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccines for 2023 Canada Winter Games

The Canada Games Council (CGC) has removed its Policy on Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccines for accredited individuals ahead of the upcoming 2023 Canada Winter Games in Prince Edward Island.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Games Launches Catch the Spirit Education Resource

The 2023 Canada Winter Games and Canada Games Council are pleased to launch the PEI 2023 edition of the Canada Games Catch the Spirit Program - a free teaching resource for educators and students in Grades K-9 across the country.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Games Presents IllumiNATION Festival

Today the 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society marked its ‘100 Days to Go’ milestone by launching its Games-time festival “IllumiNATION” – a 14-day celebration of PEI and Canadian arts and culture.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Games is Hitting the Road with PEI Mutual to Host Community Celebrations Across the Island

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is pleased to launch PEI Mutual Road to the Games – a series of community celebrations that showcases the rich history, diversity, and culture of Island communities.

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2023 Canada Games Announces Official Torchbearers

We are excited to reveal the first wave of inspiring Islanders who have been named as Torchbearers for the Cavendish Farms Torch Relay!

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Celebrate 100 Days to Go with Free Concert Series

The 2023 Canada Winter Games is pleased to partner with the Confederation Centre, Trailside Music Hall, and the University of Prince Edward Island to deliver the 100 Days to Go Free Concert Series featuring local artists such as KINLEY, Kierrah, Rowen Gallant, Emmanuelle LeBlanc, Pascal Miousse, Louise Arsenault, Jonny Ray Arsenault, Oshun Dance, Vince the Messenger, TNA, Loki, Mini$helly, F$rgo, and DJ Sheny.

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rEAD THE FULL STORY
BY

2023 Canada Games Ignites the Cavendish Farms Torch Relay on Parliament Hill

On Monday, the PEI 2023 Host Society, Canada Games Council, and Cavendish Farms proudly lit the Roly McLenahan Torch at the Centennial Flame on Parliament Hill.

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PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Welcomes Lone Oak Brewing Co. as Official Craft Beer Partner

The PEI 2023 Host Society is excited to announced Lone Oak Brewing Co. as an official sponsor of the 2023 Canada Winter Games.

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The Host Society

PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Partners with the Canadian Congress on Inclusive Diversity & Workplace Equity

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society has officially partnered with the Canadian Congress on Inclusive Diversity & Workplace Equity to implement a comprehensive Anti-Racism & Anti-Discrimination Framework for a Safe & Brave Spaces Program.

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Cavendish Farms Helps Light the Way to the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games as Official Torch Relay Sponsor

Today, the PEI 2023 Host Society announced Cavendish Farms as an official sponsor of the 2023 Canada Winter Games and lead partner of the upcoming Canada Games Torch Relay program.

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Canada Games Flag Sets Sail for Prince Edward Island

Last night, the Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games came to a close with an epic Closing Ceremony overlooking The Falls.

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2023 Canada Games Announces Latest Sponsors

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is pleased to announce the addition of four new sponsors: Town of Stratford, Provincial Credit Union, The AC Group of Independent Accounting Firms, and Delta Hotels Prince Edward by Marriott.

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2023 Canada Games and ADL Launch National Contest

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to partner with Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL) and Dairy Isle to give Canadians a chance to win a VIP trip for two to the 2023 Canada Winter Games.

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2023 Canada Games Launches Games Gear Friday

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island — The 2023 Canada Games Host Society, in partnership with the Province of Prince Edward Island, is excited to present Games Gear Friday, a monthly contest encouraging Islanders and organizations to show their Games spirit by wearing official merchandise every Friday leading up to the Games in 2023.

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2023 Canada Games Announces Torch Relay Route and Torchbearer Nomination Process

Today, the 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society revealed its Torch Relay program including the official Torch Relay route and Torchbearer nomination process.

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Islanders invited to create the mascot theme song

The Prince Edward Island 2023 Canada Games Host Society invites interested musicians and artists to submit an Expression of Interest to create a Mascot Theme Song for the purpose of providing accompanying music for Wowkwis when she is attending community events.

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2023 Canada Games Launches Medal Design Call for Submissions

The 2023 Canada Games Host Society is inviting submissions from PEI artists, artisans and creators to design the medals for the upcoming 2023 Canada Winter Games, taking place from February 18 to March 5, 2023.

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Wheelchair Basketball Canada

ParaSport and Recreation PEI to host Canada’s next generation of talent at Junior Nationals

The top junior Wheelchair Basketball athletes in Canada will participate in the Junior National Championship at the Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre on the University of Prince Edward Island campus in Charlottetown from June 10-12, 2022.

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The 2023 Canada Games Host Society is inviting PEI youth to submit ideas for the festival site

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society recognizes and values the opinion of Island youth, who are the leaders of tomorrow, and encourage them to participate in a survey where they can share ideas and suggestions for the 2023 Canada Games festival site.

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Calling All Island-based Creators & Performers!

The Canada Games Winter Games Host Society is creating a database of creators and performers living in Prince Edward Island, to draw from as paid performance opportunities arise leading up to and during the 2023 Canada Winter Games.

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2023 Canada Games Volunteer Centre Officially Opens

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island — Islanders can now visit the 2023 Canada Games Volunteer Centre, located at 121B Sandstone Road in Charlottetown, to learn more about volunteer opportunities, receive assistance with their application, and complete phases of their volunteer journey.

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Chefs de Mission Visit Prince Edward Island

Today, Chefs de Mission from Canada’s 13 provinces and territories are arriving in Prince Edward Island to get a preview of the preparations underway for the 2023 Canada Winter Games as they attend Mission Conference #1 from April 4-7.

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MBS Radio becomes Official Media Partner for the 2023 Canada Games

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to welcome MBS Radio and its Island stations CFCY, MAX-FM, and SPUD FM, as an Official Media Partner for the PEI 2023 Games.

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Islanders invited to Volunteer Centre Grand Opening on April 7

To celebrate the official opening of the Volunteer Centre, located at 121B Sandstone Road in Charlottetown, the 2023 Canada Games Host Society is welcoming Islanders to an open house on Thursday, April 7 from 3 to 7 p.m.

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2023 Canada Games Welcomes Latest Sponsors

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society announced today the addition of four new organizations to its growing roster of sponsors: Grant Thornton, Maritime Electric, Coach Atlantic Maritime Bus, and Dairy Farmers of PEI.

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Crabbe Mountain Ready to Host 2022 Canadian Junior Mogul Championships

The 2022 Canadian Junior Mogul Championships, presented by Toyota is coming to New Brunswick!

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Vision33 Canada Inc. Named Canada Games National Partner

The Canada Games Council (CGC) and the 2023 Canada Games Host Society are pleased to welcome Vision33 Canada Inc. as a National Multi-Games Partner of the Canada Games, starting with the 2023 Canada Winter Games in Prince Edward Island.

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2023 Canada Winter Games Passes on Sale Now

The 2023 Canada Games Host Society is excited to reveal its ticket program for the PEI 2023 Games. Select Games passes are now available to the general public through Ticketmaster and the Credit Union Place box office in Summerside, with a special early bird price for family passes offered until March 31, 2022.

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Saltwire Becomes an Official Media Partner for the 2023 Canada Games

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is thrilled to welcome the Saltwire Network as an Official Media Partner for the PEI 2023 Games.

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Stingray Group Announced as an Official Media Partner

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society today is pleased to welcome Stingray Group and its Island stations, Ocean 100 and HOT 105.5, as an Official Media Partner for the PEI 2023 Games.

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The City of Summerside

PEI’s newest multisport venue officially opens in Summerside

Prince Edwards Island’s newest piece of sport and recreation infrastructure officially opened today on the grounds at Credit Union Place in Summerside.

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Celebrating One Year to Go until the 2023 Canada Winter Games

In exactly one year, the 2023 Canada Winter Games will get underway in PEI! To mark the occasion, the Host Society announced today the launch of the online volunteer application portal, and welcomed Karbon as the official volunteer uniform outfitter.

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Islanders invited to participate in 2023 Canada Games Spirit Day

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to launch 2023 Canada Games Spirit Day, a community-focused initiative encouraging Islanders to share their excitement for the Games online by wearing and decorating their communities in green and blue on February 17.

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2023 Canada Games Welcomes New Sponsors

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to welcome four new organizations to its growing roster of sponsors: Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL), PEI Mutual Insurance Company, Office Interiors, and DALMAC.

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Mascot Revealed for the 2023 Canada Games

The official mascot of the 2023 Canada Winter Games has been revealed and is ready to celebrate the power of sport and welcome the nation to Prince Edward Island in 2023.

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The City of Charlottetown & Summerside show their support

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to announce the City of Charlottetown and the City of Summerside have signed on as municipal partners for the 2023 Games.

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Mascot Design Challenge Winner

Congratulations to our Mascot Design Challenge winner, Myla Doucette, a Grade 3 student from Gulf Shore Consolidated school in North Rustico!

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Hansen Electric and Key Murray Law announce support for the 2023 Games

The 2023 Canada Games Host Society is pleased to welcome two new organizations to its growing roster of sponsors: Hansen Electric and Key Murray Law.

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Mascot Design Challenge

Calling all kids! The challenge to create the official mascot for the 2023 Canada Games is on.

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Brand Launch and Atlantic Lottery Becomes First Major Sponsor

With just two years to go until the start of the 2023 Canada Winter Games, the PEI Host Society today launched its brand and announced a new sponsorship with Atlantic Lottery.

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PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Conclude with ‘Party on the Dock’ Closing Ceremony

After 16 incredible days, the 29th edition of the Canada Games will officially conclude tonight with the Closing Ceremony from Eastlink Centre in Charlottetown at 7:30 PM AST.

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Taylor Stewart

Another day, another historic moment at the Canada Games as Women’s boxing makes its debut

There have been records smashed and countless debuts made by athletes here at the 2023 Canada Games, but yesterday, history was made when female boxing got underway on P.E.I.

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Ryan Keliher

Mixed Doubles Curling Officially Makes Its Debut at the Canada Games

Curling in Canada is rich in history, with the first curling club established in Montreal in 1807. This morning, 216 years later, another first in Canadian curling history took place as Mixed Doubles Curling made its Canada Games debut at the Montague Curling Club.

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Taylor Stewart

Women’s hockey at the Canada Games has been a springboard for powerful female figures in sport

Women’s hockey at the Canada Games returns to P.E.I. where it made its original debut in 1991. In the tournaments since then, numerous Canadian hockey idols have laced up and begun their glorious careers at the Canada Games.

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Taylor Stewart

Whitehorse hockey phenom Gavin McKenna smashes through a 28-year-old Canada Games record during a tournament to remember for Yukon

In just six contests this Winter Games, McKenna recorded 29 points including 14 goals, smashing a Canada Games record that stood for 28 years. The previous record for points in a tournament was 27, set by Francois Methot of Quebec in 1995 and tied by Kelsey Tessier of New Brunswick in 2007.

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Canada Games House Welcomes Athletes and Families at PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games

With the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games officially underway, the Canada Games Council (CGC) and the 2023 Host Society are thrilled to celebrate the nation’s top young athletes and their families and friends with the launch of Canada Games House, presented by Canadian Tire.

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We’re All Islanders! PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Kick Off With High-Energy Opening Ceremony

Let the Games begin! Reminiscent of an Island kitchen party, the athletes were all smiles and a capacity crowd was brought to its feet during the Opening Ceremony of the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games.

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Town of North Rustico and 2023 Canada Games Officially Open Eliyahu Wellness Centre at Canada Games Place

After many years of planning, the town of North Rustico reached a historic milestone today with the opening of Eliyahu Wellness Centre at Canada Games Place.

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We Are Ready! PEI Set to Host the Nation for the 2023 Canada Winter Games

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is ready to give a warm Maritime welcome to over 3,600 athletes, managers and coaches as they descend on PEI’s friendly shores for the 29th edition of the Canada Games.

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New Canada Games Cauldron Unveiled Ahead of PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society and Canada Games Council are proud to unveil the new cauldron that will house the flame to ignite the spirit of Canadian sport throughout the 2023 Canada Games, February 18 - March 5, 2023.

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PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Broadcast to Showcase Over 1,200 Hours of Live Games Coverage

The PEI 2023 Host Society and Canada Games Council are proud to reveal the broadcast schedule and new streaming platform for the 2023 Canada Winter Games from February 18 - March 5, 2023.

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2023 Canada Games Announces Full Festival Lineup and Schedule

With less than a month to go until the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games, the Host Society is thrilled to reveal the full IllumiNATION Festival lineup and programming schedule from February 19 - March 4 at Port Charlottetown and various partner venues across the province.

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2023 Canada Winter Games Launches Canada Games for Literacy Donation Program

To celebrate Family Literacy Day, the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society in partnership with the PEI Literacy Alliance, is pleased to announce the public launch of the Canada Games for Literacy donation program, in support of children’s literacy in PEI.

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PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Adds New Sponsors & Community Donors

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is pleased to announce the addition of three new sponsors: The Prince Edward Island Automobile Dealers Association (PEIADA), Robin’s Donuts, and Fitzgerald and Snow.

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The Canada Games Council

Canadian Tire Corporation Extends Support for the Canada Games through 2027

The Canada Games Council (CGC) is thrilled to announce that Canadian Tire Corporation (CTC) has renewed its longstanding commitment as a national partner of the Canada Games for the upcoming events in 2023, 2025 and 2027.

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The Host Society

Medal Design Unveiled for the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games

To celebrate “One Month to Go” from the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games, the Host Society revealed its design for the hard-earned medals that over 2,500 young athletes will be competing for.

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The Canada Games Council

Canada Games Council Unveils Class of 2023 for Canada Games Hall of Honour

The Canada Games Council is pleased to reveal the five phenomenal alumni who will be inducted into the Canada Games Hall of Honour at the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games in February. The Class of 2023 features decorated Olympians Marc Gagnon, Heather Moyse and Sami Jo Small, trailblazing builder Vicki Keith, and distinguished alum Dr. Heather Morrison.

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2023 Canada Winter Games Declared an Official True Sport Event

In recognition of the belief that good sport can make a great difference, the PEI 2023 Host Society and Canada Games Council have officially declared the 2023 Canada Winter Games a True Sport event – ensuring the values of fairness, excellence, inclusion and fun are at the heart of the Games.

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2023 Canada Winter Games Reaches Volunteer Recruitment Goal

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games has officially reached its goal of recruiting 5,000 volunteers who will help welcome the nation to Prince Edward Island for the 29th edition of the Canada Games from February 18 to March 5, 2023.

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2023 Canada Games Opens Media Accreditation Process

The PEI 2023 Canada Games Host Society and Canada Games Council has officially opened the application process for media to procure accreditation for the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games. From February 18 to March 5, the Games will bring together 3,600 athletes, managers and coaches, across 20 different sports, for the largest multi-sport event in the country.

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2023 Canada Games Welcomes New Sponsors

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is pleased to announce the addition of three new sponsors: University of Prince Edward Island, Island Coastal Services Ltd., and Irving Oil.

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The Canada Games Council

Canada Games Council Statement on the Removal of the Policy on Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccines for 2023 Canada Winter Games

The Canada Games Council (CGC) has removed its Policy on Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccines for accredited individuals ahead of the upcoming 2023 Canada Winter Games in Prince Edward Island.

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2023 Canada Games Launches Catch the Spirit Education Resource

The 2023 Canada Winter Games and Canada Games Council are pleased to launch the PEI 2023 edition of the Canada Games Catch the Spirit Program - a free teaching resource for educators and students in Grades K-9 across the country.

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2023 Canada Games Presents IllumiNATION Festival

Today the 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society marked its ‘100 Days to Go’ milestone by launching its Games-time festival “IllumiNATION” – a 14-day celebration of PEI and Canadian arts and culture.

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2023 Canada Games is Hitting the Road with PEI Mutual to Host Community Celebrations Across the Island

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is pleased to launch PEI Mutual Road to the Games – a series of community celebrations that showcases the rich history, diversity, and culture of Island communities.

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2023 Canada Games Announces Official Torchbearers

We are excited to reveal the first wave of inspiring Islanders who have been named as Torchbearers for the Cavendish Farms Torch Relay!

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Celebrate 100 Days to Go with Free Concert Series

The 2023 Canada Winter Games is pleased to partner with the Confederation Centre, Trailside Music Hall, and the University of Prince Edward Island to deliver the 100 Days to Go Free Concert Series featuring local artists such as KINLEY, Kierrah, Rowen Gallant, Emmanuelle LeBlanc, Pascal Miousse, Louise Arsenault, Jonny Ray Arsenault, Oshun Dance, Vince the Messenger, TNA, Loki, Mini$helly, F$rgo, and DJ Sheny.

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2023 Canada Games Ignites the Cavendish Farms Torch Relay on Parliament Hill

On Monday, the PEI 2023 Host Society, Canada Games Council, and Cavendish Farms proudly lit the Roly McLenahan Torch at the Centennial Flame on Parliament Hill.

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PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Welcomes Lone Oak Brewing Co. as Official Craft Beer Partner

The PEI 2023 Host Society is excited to announced Lone Oak Brewing Co. as an official sponsor of the 2023 Canada Winter Games.

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PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Partners with the Canadian Congress on Inclusive Diversity & Workplace Equity

The PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society has officially partnered with the Canadian Congress on Inclusive Diversity & Workplace Equity to implement a comprehensive Anti-Racism & Anti-Discrimination Framework for a Safe & Brave Spaces Program.

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Cavendish Farms Helps Light the Way to the PEI 2023 Canada Winter Games as Official Torch Relay Sponsor

Today, the PEI 2023 Host Society announced Cavendish Farms as an official sponsor of the 2023 Canada Winter Games and lead partner of the upcoming Canada Games Torch Relay program.

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Canada Games Flag Sets Sail for Prince Edward Island

Last night, the Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games came to a close with an epic Closing Ceremony overlooking The Falls.

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2023 Canada Games Announces Latest Sponsors

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is pleased to announce the addition of four new sponsors: Town of Stratford, Provincial Credit Union, The AC Group of Independent Accounting Firms, and Delta Hotels Prince Edward by Marriott.

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2023 Canada Games and ADL Launch National Contest

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to partner with Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL) and Dairy Isle to give Canadians a chance to win a VIP trip for two to the 2023 Canada Winter Games.

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2023 Canada Games Launches Games Gear Friday

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island — The 2023 Canada Games Host Society, in partnership with the Province of Prince Edward Island, is excited to present Games Gear Friday, a monthly contest encouraging Islanders and organizations to show their Games spirit by wearing official merchandise every Friday leading up to the Games in 2023.

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2023 Canada Games Announces Torch Relay Route and Torchbearer Nomination Process

Today, the 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society revealed its Torch Relay program including the official Torch Relay route and Torchbearer nomination process.

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Islanders invited to create the mascot theme song

The Prince Edward Island 2023 Canada Games Host Society invites interested musicians and artists to submit an Expression of Interest to create a Mascot Theme Song for the purpose of providing accompanying music for Wowkwis when she is attending community events.

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2023 Canada Games Launches Medal Design Call for Submissions

The 2023 Canada Games Host Society is inviting submissions from PEI artists, artisans and creators to design the medals for the upcoming 2023 Canada Winter Games, taking place from February 18 to March 5, 2023.

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Wheelchair Basketball Canada

ParaSport and Recreation PEI to host Canada’s next generation of talent at Junior Nationals

The top junior Wheelchair Basketball athletes in Canada will participate in the Junior National Championship at the Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre on the University of Prince Edward Island campus in Charlottetown from June 10-12, 2022.

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The 2023 Canada Games Host Society is inviting PEI youth to submit ideas for the festival site

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society recognizes and values the opinion of Island youth, who are the leaders of tomorrow, and encourage them to participate in a survey where they can share ideas and suggestions for the 2023 Canada Games festival site.

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Calling All Island-based Creators & Performers!

The Canada Games Winter Games Host Society is creating a database of creators and performers living in Prince Edward Island, to draw from as paid performance opportunities arise leading up to and during the 2023 Canada Winter Games.

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2023 Canada Games Volunteer Centre Officially Opens

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island — Islanders can now visit the 2023 Canada Games Volunteer Centre, located at 121B Sandstone Road in Charlottetown, to learn more about volunteer opportunities, receive assistance with their application, and complete phases of their volunteer journey.

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Chefs de Mission Visit Prince Edward Island

Today, Chefs de Mission from Canada’s 13 provinces and territories are arriving in Prince Edward Island to get a preview of the preparations underway for the 2023 Canada Winter Games as they attend Mission Conference #1 from April 4-7.

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MBS Radio becomes Official Media Partner for the 2023 Canada Games

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to welcome MBS Radio and its Island stations CFCY, MAX-FM, and SPUD FM, as an Official Media Partner for the PEI 2023 Games.

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Islanders invited to Volunteer Centre Grand Opening on April 7

To celebrate the official opening of the Volunteer Centre, located at 121B Sandstone Road in Charlottetown, the 2023 Canada Games Host Society is welcoming Islanders to an open house on Thursday, April 7 from 3 to 7 p.m.

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The Canada Games Council

Vision33 Canada Inc. Named Canada Games National Partner

The Canada Games Council (CGC) and the 2023 Canada Games Host Society are pleased to welcome Vision33 Canada Inc. as a National Multi-Games Partner of the Canada Games, starting with the 2023 Canada Winter Games in Prince Edward Island.

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Saltwire Becomes an Official Media Partner for the 2023 Canada Games

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is thrilled to welcome the Saltwire Network as an Official Media Partner for the PEI 2023 Games.

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Stingray Group Announced as an Official Media Partner

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society today is pleased to welcome Stingray Group and its Island stations, Ocean 100 and HOT 105.5, as an Official Media Partner for the PEI 2023 Games.

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The City of Summerside

PEI’s newest multisport venue officially opens in Summerside

Prince Edwards Island’s newest piece of sport and recreation infrastructure officially opened today on the grounds at Credit Union Place in Summerside.

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2023 Canada Games Welcomes New Sponsors

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to welcome four new organizations to its growing roster of sponsors: Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL), PEI Mutual Insurance Company, Office Interiors, and DALMAC.

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Mascot Revealed for the 2023 Canada Games

The official mascot of the 2023 Canada Winter Games has been revealed and is ready to celebrate the power of sport and welcome the nation to Prince Edward Island in 2023.

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The City of Charlottetown & Summerside show their support

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to announce the City of Charlottetown and the City of Summerside have signed on as municipal partners for the 2023 Games.

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Hansen Electric and Key Murray Law announce support for the 2023 Games

The 2023 Canada Games Host Society is pleased to welcome two new organizations to its growing roster of sponsors: Hansen Electric and Key Murray Law.

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Mascot Design Challenge

Calling all kids! The challenge to create the official mascot for the 2023 Canada Games is on.

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Brand Launch and Atlantic Lottery Becomes First Major Sponsor

With just two years to go until the start of the 2023 Canada Winter Games, the PEI Host Society today launched its brand and announced a new sponsorship with Atlantic Lottery.

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Winter Games Passes on Sale Now

The 2023 Canada Games Host Society is excited to reveal its ticket program for the PEI 2023 Games. Select Games passes are now available to the general public through Ticketmaster and the Credit Union Place box office in Summerside, with a special early bird price for family passes offered until March 31, 2022.

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Celebrating One Year to Go until the 2023 Canada Winter Games

In exactly one year, the 2023 Canada Winter Games will get underway in PEI! To mark the occasion, the Host Society announced today the launch of the online volunteer application portal, and welcomed Karbon as the official volunteer uniform outfitter.

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Islanders invited to participate in 2023 Canada Games Spirit Day

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society is excited to launch 2023 Canada Games Spirit Day, a community-focused initiative encouraging Islanders to share their excitement for the Games online by wearing and decorating their communities in green and blue on February 17.

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Crabbe Mountain Ready to Host 2022 Canadian Junior Mogul Championships

The 2022 Canadian Junior Mogul Championships, presented by Toyota is coming to New Brunswick!

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Mascot Design Challenge Winner

Congratulations to our Mascot Design Challenge winner, Myla Doucette, a Grade 3 student from Gulf Shore Consolidated school in North Rustico!

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The Host Society

2023 Canada Games Welcomes Latest Sponsors

The 2023 Canada Winter Games Host Society announced today the addition of four new organizations to its growing roster of sponsors: Grant Thornton, Maritime Electric, Coach Atlantic Maritime Bus, and Dairy Farmers of PEI.

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