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Accommodations at the BC Games

Part of what makes the BC Games unique is its ability to be held in many communities–both small and big–across the province.

In order for participants to have a place to stay in all communities, host societies work hard with school districts to secure lodgings in local schools, where participants stay together with their teammates or members of their sport.

HOW DO ACCOMMODATIONS WORK?

All participants stay in schools, which are set up with gyms and equipment for activities. Accommodation sites at the BC Games are a unique chance to meet other athletes and make new friends from other zones and sports. 

The local school district provides the use of its schools’ classrooms to serve as Games accommodation. Each school is staffed by BC Games volunteers who have dedicated their time and energy to help make the event memorable, so make sure to thank them when you can!

FAMOUS GAMES MATS

Each Games participant gets a famous Games foam mat. It’s not luxurious but it’s part of the BC Games experience! Don’t forget to pack your sleeping bag and pillow.

KEEPING CLEAN AT THE GAMES

Showers are provided either at schools or sport venues with coaches helping to coordinate.

Make sure you bring a bathings suit, a towel, your favourite soap, and anything else you need for your showering routine!

SCANNING IN AND OUT

A badge scanning system has been implemented to keep participants safe and sound in accommodation. Curfew is 11:00 pm at the latest for everyone and badges must be scanned by accommodation staff before that time.

Curfew in Games accommodation is 11:00 pm for all participants, including adults. Quiet time is at 10:30 pm and lights out at 11:00 pm. No one is allowed to leave Games accommodation after curfew.

Anyone who misses curfew, which is 11:00 pm, will be subject to disciplinary action, which could include expulsion from the Games.*

*Participants expelled from the Games must make their own way home from the Games, at their own expense – see Expectations of Participants for more information.

MEALS AND SNACKS

Breakfast and dinner are served in centralized locations for all participants, while bagged lunches are provided at sport venues or accommodations depending on your sport’s schedule!

LEAVING ACCOMMODATIONS

Participants are expected to remain in accommodation for the duration of the Games. Leaving accommodation early, unless under unique circumstances, will result in removal from competition.

It is expected that all Games participants will remain at the Games for the duration. If you’re staying in Games accommodation, you must remain in accommodation until Sunday. Anyone who removes themselves from Games accommodation prior to the completion of the Games will no longer be eligible to compete and may be subject to other disciplinary action.

Participants who finish competition prior to the final day of the Games (Sunday) may remove themselves from Games accommodation by having their Provincial Advisor sign the Release Form. Note that it is expected that early departue is arranged prior to the Games — please be sure to inform your Zone Representative so that appropriate travel arrangements can be selected for you during the registration process. Also note that some sports do not permit athletes to depart early – discuss with your Zone Representative or Provincial Advisor.

Any participant removing themselves from BC Games accommodation is also removing themselves from competition and from BC Games transportation for their return trip. This means that they cannot continue to compete AND will need to make their own transportation arrangements for their trip home, at their own expense. Speak to your Provincial Advisor for more information.

Note that some sports require participants to remain at the Games, stay in Games accommodation, and travel to/from the Games on Games-provided transportation.

How you can prepare

Moon Moon

1) Bring sleeping gear!

Comfort is key. For the best experience, pack your favourite pillow and a sleeping bag for warmth!

Water Water

2) Bring shower gear

Make sure to bring your bathing suit, towel, flip flops, and soap to enhance your showering experience at the Games.

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3) Bring your toiletries

It seems like an easy one but make sure to bring your toothbrush and any other toiletries you may need for your morning and night routines.

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Territory Acknowledgement

We respectfully acknowledge the lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen) People, also known today as the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations, and recognize that our work in this province spans the territories of more than 200 First Nations, as well as Métis and Inuit communities.

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