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VICTORIA – Premier Gordon Campbell issued the following statement in support of Team BC at the 2007 Canada Winter Games in Whitehorse, Yukon:
“I want to
wish the more than 260 athletes on Team
BC good luck as they prepare to compete in 22 sports at the Canada Winter Games
over the next two weeks. I look forward to celebrating their success and
achievements at the first games held north of the 60th parallel.
“The accomplishments of B.C.’s
young athletes remind us all of what we can achieve when we set out to do our
best. For many of these athletes, the
Canada Games are one more step toward achieving their Olympic and Paralympic
dreams. Their accomplishments in Whitehorse could propel them to the podium in
Vancouver or Whistler in 2010.
“The Team BC program is about more
than supporting B.C.’s best athletes – it’s also about building excellence in
individuals. All of these athletes are building leadership skills that they can
use both in their sport and in their communities.
“I also want to congratulate Vancouver’s
Toby Ng and Alvin Lau for having the honour of being named B.C.’s flag bearers
and the co-captains of our strong team. Finally, a special thank you to all the
coaches, officials, mission staff and volunteers whose tireless efforts make
these games happen for the our athletes. Due to their spirit, drive and
enthusiasm, I’m certain Team BC will have their best Canada Games ever.”
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A full list of Team BC’s members is available at:
www.mediaroom.gov.bc.ca/DisplayEventDetails.aspx?eventId=347
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Press Secretary Office of the Premier 250 213-8218 |
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