The BC Games are news in every community
Along with our media partners, Global BC and Black Press, we are sharing the inspirational stories of the BC Games across British Columbia.
Athletes from communities small and large earn their place to represent their home zone at the Games. Alumni such as Olympic medalists Brent Hayden (Swimming) and Maelle Ricker (Snowboarding) as well as international superstars Ryder Hesjedal (Cycling) and Justin Morneau (Baseball) began their journey to international success at the Games.
BC Games and Team BC alumni representing Canada at Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games
/in 2024 NewsBC Games and Team BC will be well-represented at the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games with 39 alumni set to represent Canada on the world stage from July 26 – August 11, 2024. VIEW OUR PARIS 2024 HUB – BC GAMES AND TEAM BC A total of 27 of those 39 alumni have taken […]
Langley’s Deschanel Donovan wins W.R. Bennett Award in Maple Ridge
/in 2024 News, 2024BCSummerGames, FrontPageMAPLE RIDGE, British Columbia – Langley’s Deschanel Donovan was presented the W.R. Bennett Award for Athletic Excellence on Sunday, July 21 at the Maple Ridge 2024 BC Summer Games. The W.R. Bennett Award recognizes one athlete at each BC Winter and BC Summer Games who demonstrates athletic achievement and leadership. The award was named in […]
Sixteen Athletes Receive BC Games Leadership Bursary at 2024 BC Summer Games
/in 2024 News, 2024BCSummerGames, FrontPageAthletes, youth coaches, and officials taking part in the Maple Ridge 2024 BC Summer Games were invited to apply for the BC Games Leadership Bursary. Supported by Canadian Tire, this bursary aims to recognize participants under 19 years of age who have achieved in academics and sport while going above and beyond in their communities […]
CBC Radio-Canada Interview: First male to compete in artistic swim at B.C. Summer Games
/in 2024 News, 2024BCSummerGames, FrontPageCBC Radio-Canada sat down on July 11 with Caden Wong, who will be the first male to compete in artistic swimming at the BC Summer Games when he suits up at the Maple Ridge 2024 BC Summer Games from July 17-21. sport at the BC Games when he takes to the water in Maple Ridge […]
Be prepared for heat at the BC Summer Games
/in 2024 News, 2024BCSummerGames, FrontPageAs the weather warms up, the BC Summer Games reminds all participants and spectators to prepare and stay safe during forecasted high temperatures. BC Summer Games is monitoring weather alerts from Environment and Climate Change Canada and the BC Heat Alert and Response System and is prepared to respond. In the event of a heat […]
BC Summer Games to welcome participants from every corner of the province
/in 2024 NewsThe Maple Ridge 2024 BC Summer Games take place July 17-21, 2024, and over 3120 athletes, coaches, and officials are set to participate. The participants hail from across the province, representing 177 communities and all 87 constituencies. The 2430 athletes will compete in 22 different sports and are supported by 482 coaches and 213 officials, […]
Everything to know about the 2024 BC Summer Games
/in 2024 News, 2024BCSummerGames, FrontPageThe Maple Ridge 2024 BC Summer Games are fast approaching and athletes are now registered to attend. Learn everything you need to know about the BC Summer Games using our Guide to the Games booklet, G2G Sessions, and Registration Key Dates Timeline. More resources: Registration Key Dates
National Indigenous Peoples Day
/in 2024 NewsOn June 21, we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day, a chance to recognize the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis across Canada. Indigenous contributions and leadership are core elements of the BC Games. The work and achievements of Indigenous athletes, coaches, officials, and communities have played a major role in […]
Volunteer Recruitment Continues for Maple Ridge 2024 BC Summer Games
/in 2024 NewsVolunteer Recruitment for the BC Summer Games continues and as of the beginning of June over 800 people have signed up. The Games will run from Wednesday, July 17 through to Sunday, July 21 and our community will welcome over 3000 youth athletes, their coaches, and officials from around BC to compete in 22 sports […]
Celebrating National Indigenous History Month
/in 2024 News, FrontPageJune is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, an opportunity to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. It’s a time to honour the stories, achievements and resilience of Indigenous Peoples, who have lived on this land since time immemorial and whose presence continues to impact the evolving Canada. […]