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April 13, 2006
(Tourism, Culture and Recreation)
 

Call for Expressions of Interest

The Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation is inviting expressions of interest from communities to host either the 2008 Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Games or the 2010 Newfoundland and Labrador Winter Games, Minister Tom Hedderson announced today.

The Newfoundland and Labrador Games is a program of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. Held every second year, alternating winter and summer, the games bring together young athletes from 11 to 18 years of age from all regions of the province. It is the largest multi-sport event staged for youth in the province.

"The games give youth a chance to participate in amateur sport, demonstrate and learn the values of friendly competition and fair play," said Minister Hedderson. "It is also a wonderful opportunity for community members to work together to provide an event to attract visitors from far and near. In the past, the games have invigorated community spirit and created a great deal of excitement. The event not only encourages more people to participate in sport but showcases the very best of a region."

In considering whether to bid to host the games, individually or in conjunction with other communities in the region, potential bidders should evaluate their ability to deliver a broad range of services and competition opportunities to 1,600 athletes, coaches and managers.

The successful applicant will be eligible for an operating grant of $200,000 from the Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation. The department will also pay the cost of transporting athletes, coaches and managers to and from the games.

"Through specific programs such as this, we are committed to providing opportunities for our residents to pursue excellence in sports," said Minister Hedderson. "These sporting events give our youth a chance to shine."

The deadline for receipt of Expression of Interest letters is April 28, 2006. Potential bidders will be sent detailed information on hosting requirements.

Letters should be addressed to:

Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister
Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation
P.O. Box 8700
St. John�s, NL
A1B 4J6

Media contact: Susanne Hiller, Communications, (709) 729-0928, 728-7762, susannehiller@gov.nl.ca

2006 04 13                                9:15 a.m.


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