Winning the Hearts of the Chefs de Mission
11 may 2012, 10:05
From May 8 to 11, the chefs de mission and their assistants from Canada’s 13 provinces and territories got a taste of what’s in store for 2013. They had the opportunity to discover the region so they can share their experiences with the hundreds of members of their respective teams who will participate in the Canada Summer Games– Sherbrooke 2013.
“This was a very important meeting because it`s the first time ...
The Name of the Sherbrooke 2013 Hummingbird is…. Zigzag!
3 may 2012, 09:56
On the occasion of Québec Sports and Physical Activity Day, the Host Society of the Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013 is proud to announce the name of its mascot, a ruby-throated hummingbird: ZigZag. Congratulations to contest winner, Alexandre Corriveau, a nine-year-old athlete from Notre-Dame-du-Rosaire school in Sherbrooke, who came up with this great name! (Take a look at the photos which have been taken)
More than 1150 names ...
A solid, experienced fundraising team
24 april 2012, 10:22
Financing for the Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013
The Host Society of the Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013 has engaged the services of companies that specialize in fundraising to help it achieve its financial goals. Luc Fournier, CEO and Manager - Financing, will be supported by Strataide Inc. and WOW-Évènements, a company run by Lucie Pelletier and Pauline Larouche.
“Our team is currently working ...
Office of the Ombudsman up and running
17 april 2012, 12:29
As part of National Volunteer Week, the Host Society of the Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013 is proud to announce the composition and operating procedures of its Office of the Ombudsman. The Office is made up of three individuals well known for their volunteer involvement in the community :
JEAN BROUSSEAU
Jean Brousseau has worked in the field of education for the past 30 years as a special education instructor, teacher ...
Only 500 days to go: Get in the Games!
19 march 2012, 17:34
In 500 days, the Eastern Townships will move to the rhythm of the Canada Summer Games - Sherbrooke 2013. In 500 days, some 12,000 participants and 15,000 visitors will experience a unique event in our history. The community is, more than ever, encouraged to Get in the Games.
Today, the Host Society took the opportunity to underline the support of very important partners, to officially launch the volunteer recruiting campaign and to proudly ...
Desjardins Becomes a Major Partner of the Sherbrooke 2013 Canada Summer Games
19 march 2012, 17:33
Lévis, March 20, 2012 – Desjardins Group has announced that it has signed on as a major partner of the 2013 Canada Summer Games. Under the agreement, Desjardins will assist with the campaign to recruit the roughly 5,000 volunteers needed for the Games. Volunteers will be able to choose from among 20 disciplines and enjoy a unique experience right in the thick of the action!
“Desjardins will definitely be there,&rdquo ...
Major Financial Support for the Canada Summer Games - Sherbrooke 2013
16 march 2012, 00:33
The Premier of Quebec, Jean Charest, and the Vice Premier and Minister of Education, Leisure and Sports, Line Beauchamp, announced very good news this morning: $13 million in financial support for the Canada Summer Games - Sherbrooke 2013 operations and Games infrastructure projects at the Université de Sherbrooke.
Please consult the press release from the Government of Quebec here (only in ...
Cultural Programming: Time to submit your application!
10 february 2012, 11:21
The Canada Summer Games - Sherbrooke 2013 presents a unique opportunity to showcase the Quebec and Canadian artists who are true representatives of the richness and cultural diversity of our talent. Selected local and regional productions will be given a stage to dazzle the public. If you wish to be part of this exceptional artistic experience, we invite you to submit your application.
The cultural programming of the Canada Summer Games ...
The 20 sport leaders get in the Games!
6 february 2012, 11:28
The Organization of the Canada Summer Games – Sherbrooke 2013 can now count on 20 volunteer sport leaders who will be closely associated with the success of the competitions in the 20 sports and disciplines on the program. These experienced individuals, who are very active in their respective local sports associations, are getting ready to face a number of challenges, notably with the test events taking place in Sherbrooke in the summer of ...
Sherbrooke 2013 Unveils a Unifying Language Services Policy
18 january 2012, 09:51
The Host Society of the Canada Summer Games – Sherbrooke 2013 announced their Language Services Policy. This policy is the result of an effort to demonstrate open-mindedness and consideration for the linguistic differences of the participants and visitors, and also to showcase the French language to the Games’ diversified clientele. In so doing, the policy will highlight the harmonious relations between Francophone and Anglophone ...