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About these Winter Games
Timeline
On July 2, 2003, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced that Vancouver had been selected as the Host City for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. This is just one of the many exciting events and milestones in the timeline for the planning of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games. [More]
The Bid for Vancouver 2010
The bid for Vancouver 2010 was the beginning of a long and exciting journey for Canada. [More]
About Vancouver and Whistler
The Host City of Vancouver is recognized as one of the most liveable cities in the world. The Resort Municipality of Whistler is known as one of the best mountain resorts in all of North America. [More]
Partners
The Government of Canada works closely with its Multi-party Agreement partners, as well as with other partners and stakeholders on ensuring the success of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. [More]
History of the Games
Along with the pride of being selected as the Host Country to the Olympic and Paralympic Games comes the responsibility to deliver a sport spectacle that brings Olympic values to life. These values have been promoted by host cities throughout the history of the Games. [More]
Canadian Games’ Themes
Canada's previous Games’ themes have promoted the Olympic spirit through symbolism and imagery - 2010 will be no exception. [More]
Canadian Olympic Ceremony
Travel back in time to the Opening Ceremony of the Montreal 1976 Olympic Games, or recount the closing of the Calgary 1988 Winter Games-the first time a Winter Games Closing Ceremony took place outdoors. [More]
Canadian Cultural Programs
Canada has leveraged the advantages of hosting opportunities to showcase its unique culture, way of life, traditions, and history. [More]
Canadian Medal Counts
To succeed at showing the world our very best in the way of sport, the Own the Podium initiative was designed to help Canada’s winter athletes finish first in the medal count at the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games, and to place in the top three nations (gold medal count) at the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games. [More]
Olympic and Paralympic Winter Sports
The Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games will feature 86 Olympic Winter Games medal events, with 5,500 athletes and team officials participating. The Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games will feature 64 Paralympic Winter Games medal events, with 1,350 athletes and team officials participating. [More]
Canadian Winter Athletes
As we have experienced time and again, seeing an athlete wear the maple leaf generates pride across the nation. These athletes spend their lives preparing for the Games, and each one of them has unique stories of dedication and determination that inspire. [More]
Key Documents
View several key documents related to the 2010 Winter Games, such as the Multi-party Agreement, the Vancouver 2010 Bid Books, and the 2010 Business Opportunities Guide. [More]
