The Canada Games brings together more than 2,000 able-bodied athletes and athletes with physical and intellectual disabilities for the largest amateur multi-sport event in the country. Alternating between winter and summer, they span over 30 different sports to showcase the very best in Canadian sport and spirit.
The Games are held under the stewardship of the Canada Games Council who provide continuity, leadership and support. We’re here to foster ongoing partnerships and ensure the Games leave an enduring legacy on communities from coast to coast to coast.
The Board of the Canada Games Council (CGC) is happy to announce Kelly-Ann Paul as the organization’s next President and CEO. Paul, a long-time senior leader of the CGC, will be stepping into her new role on November 29, 2021 with an exciting 16 months ahead, including two Canada Games scheduled in Niagara and Prince Edward Island in the summer of 2022 and winter of 2023, respectively.
The Board of the Canada Games Council (CGC) is happy to announce Kelly-Ann Paul as the organization’s next President and CEO. Paul, a long-time senior leader of the CGC, will be stepping into her new role on November 29, 2021 with an exciting 16 months ahead, including two Canada Games scheduled in Niagara and Prince Edward Island in the summer of 2022 and winter of 2023, respectively.
The Canada Games Council, alongside the City of Whitehorse and the Government of Yukon, today officially launched the bid process for the 2027 Canada Winter Games.
The Canada Games Council, alongside the City of Whitehorse and the Government of Yukon, today officially launched the bid process for the 2027 Canada Winter Games.
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The Canada Games Council (CGC) is pleased to announce the initial sports and disciplines selected for the 2027 Canada Winter Games in Yukon.
The Canada Games Council (CGC) is pleased to announce the initial sports and disciplines selected for the 2027 Canada Winter Games in Yukon.
The City of Whitehorse announced last week that former Yukon Premier Piers McDonald has accepted the position of Chair of the 2027 Canada Winter Games Bid Committee.
The City of Whitehorse announced last week that former Yukon Premier Piers McDonald has accepted the position of Chair of the 2027 Canada Winter Games Bid Committee.
The Canada Games play an important role in preparing the next generation of Canada’s national team athletes for podium success on the international stage by providing valuable training and competition experience.
The Canada Games play an important role in preparing the next generation of Canada’s national team athletes for podium success on the international stage by providing valuable training and competition experience.
13 years ago, the dream of the Canadian Women’s National Softball Team seemed lost forever. Having been narrowly defeated by Australia in the Beijing 2008 semifinals, their pursuit of our country’s first-ever Olympic medal in softball had ended in a fourth-place finish.
13 years ago, the dream of the Canadian Women’s National Softball Team seemed lost forever. Having been narrowly defeated by Australia in the Beijing 2008 semifinals, their pursuit of our country’s first-ever Olympic medal in softball had ended in a fourth-place finish.
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Considered the world’s premier sporting competition, the Olympics and Paralympics represent the pinnacle for most, if not all, athletes — and starting this week many will seek to fulfill their dream of medalling on this grand stage.
Considered the world’s premier sporting competition, the Olympics and Paralympics represent the pinnacle for most, if not all, athletes — and starting this week many will seek to fulfill their dream of medalling on this grand stage.
The Canada Games are inviting Canadians to get active this summer with the ‘Blood, Sweat & Maple Syrup’ Challenge.
The Canada Games are inviting Canadians to get active this summer with the ‘Blood, Sweat & Maple Syrup’ Challenge.
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June is Indigenous History Month and marks a nationwide celebration of the outstanding achievements, storied history and diverse heritage of Indigenous peoples across Canada. This year, we begin Indigenous History Month on a tragically mournful note.
June is Indigenous History Month and marks a nationwide celebration of the outstanding achievements, storied history and diverse heritage of Indigenous peoples across Canada. This year, we begin Indigenous History Month on a tragically mournful note.
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The Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games hope to set a trend by making accessibility a priority.
The Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games hope to set a trend by making accessibility a priority.
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The 2019 Canada Winter Games Legacy Fund Society has awarded the financial legacy from the 2019 Games to not-for-profit sport and community organizations across Alberta.
The 2019 Canada Winter Games Legacy Fund Society has awarded the financial legacy from the 2019 Games to not-for-profit sport and community organizations across Alberta.
The Canada Games Council (CGC) has officially welcomed three new Sport Committee members into the Canada Games family. Each of the new members possess unique skills and expertise, along with an unwavering passion for amateur sport.
The Canada Games Council (CGC) has officially welcomed three new Sport Committee members into the Canada Games family. Each of the new members possess unique skills and expertise, along with an unwavering passion for amateur sport.
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Without volunteers, our country’s largest multi-sport event wouldn’t even be possible, let alone capable of being the success that it is, and you don’t have to search far and wide to see why that’s true.
Without volunteers, our country’s largest multi-sport event wouldn’t even be possible, let alone capable of being the success that it is, and you don’t have to search far and wide to see why that’s true.
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Wear the spirit of the Games on your sleeve with our official apparel. With a portion of every sale going to support the next generation of Canadian athletes and leaders, you’re not just making a statement - you’re making a difference.
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