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Executive Council
Tourism, Culture and Recreation

March 3, 2014
 

Province Comes Together in Support of Local Athletes

2014 Newfoundland and Labrador Winter Games Officially Underway in Clarenville

The 2014 Newfoundland and Labrador Winter Games officially kicked off in Clarenville this past weekend and will run until March 9. The games are the largest multi-sport event for youth in the province, bringing together athletes from 11 to 18 years of age from various regions.

“I was delighted to be in Clarenville this past weekend for the official opening of the Newfoundland and Labrador Winter Games. These games will promote the achievement of some of our province’s top young athletes, showcase the participating towns and contribute to the economy of the region. Our government is proud to support the 2014 games and the host Town of Clarenville. I wish all participants the best of luck over the next several days.”
- The Honourable Tom Marshall, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador

More than 1,300 participants from eight regions in the province and St. Pierre and Miquelon are participating in the games.

“For more than 38 years, the Newfoundland and Labrador Games program has been encouraging participation in sport and the pursuit of excellence. Sport is a very important aspect of our society and has many benefits aside from the obvious physical ones.  These games are a wonderful opportunity for athletes, coaches, managers, volunteers and officials to not only showcase athletic ability, but make lasting memories as well.”
- The Honourable Terry French, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation

The Newfoundland and Labrador Games are held every two years, alternating winter and summer, and are co-ordinated by the Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation in conjunction with Sport Newfoundland and Labrador and provincial sports organizations.

“We are very proud that Clarenville is the host town for the 2014 Newfoundland and Labrador Winter Games, and we are certain they will be a tremendous success for everyone involved at every level. I wish to extend congratulations to the Host Committee and all volunteers who have worked tirelessly to bring these games to fruition. I also wish to extend best wishes to participants in all sporting events, and welcome everyone who has descended upon the area for the duration of the games.”
- The Honourable Ross Wiseman, Speaker of the House of Assembly and MHA for Trinity North

For more information on the 2014 Newfoundland and Labrador Winter Games, including schedules and venues, please visit: //clarenville2014.com/

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is committed to supporting important social programs, strong communities and the health and well-being of children, families and seniors.

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Media contacts:

Milly Brown
Director of Communications
Office of the Premier
709-729-3960
millybrown@gov.nl.ca
Tracey Boland
Press Secretary
Office of the Premier
709-729-4304, 631-8477
traceyboland@gov.nl.ca
Melony O’Neill
Director of Communications
Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation
709-729-0928, 689-0928
moneill@gov.nl.ca
Caroline Frost
Constituency Assistant
Honourable Ross Wiseman
MHA for Trinity North
709-466-4165
carolinefrost@gov.nl.ca

 2014 03 03             3:55 p.m.

 
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