Countdown is On for the Maple Ridge 2024 BC Summer Games
Countdown is On for the Maple Ridge 2024 BC Summer Games
Maple Ridge is gearing up to host the 2024 BC Summer Games from July 17 to 21, welcoming over 3000 athletes, coaches, and sports officials. This event will feature 30 sports competitions across 19 venues within Maple Ridge and its surrounding communities, celebrating athletic talent and community spirit.
Mayor's Statement
“This is our time to shine as we host young athletes from around B.C.,” said Maple Ridge Mayor Dan Ruimy. “Our City will deliver a first-rate athletic competition, leaving the competitors and sports officials with memories of our unparalleled natural beauty and the incredible hospitality of our local volunteers.”
Event Schedule
- Athlete Arrival: Wednesday, July 17
- Competitions: Thursday, July 18 to Sunday, July 21
- Opening Ceremonies: Thursday evening at the Albion Sport Complex
- Closing Event: Volunteer recognition on Sunday evening
Torch Display and Selfies
The BC Summer Games Torch, lit during a ceremony on April 27 at Memorial Peace Park, will be available for selfies:
- City Hall: June 10 - 21
- Maple Ridge Leisure Centre: June 22 - July 14
“Take a selfie with the Torch and share it with the hashtag #BCSummerGames to help us build excitement and spread the word about the upcoming Games,” added Mayor Ruimy.
Volunteer Opportunities
The event will require over 2500 volunteers in roles like traffic control, dorm management, security, and food services. Volunteers will support the logistics of feeding nearly 40,000 meals and housing athletes and coaches in local school dorms.
“Council will be volunteering their time and I encourage you to sign up as well,” said Mayor Ruimy. “It’s a great way to be part of the excitement and experience the Games from behind the scenes."
Sign up today at viewTEAM Online Portal.
Hometown Heroes Display
Maple Ridge will honor over 40 Hometown Heroes (HTH) who have excelled nationally or internationally in their sports. Eight of these athletes are alumni of the BC Games, and their posters will be displayed at various City facilities:
- City Hall: June 3 - 16
- Maple Ridge Library: June 17 - 23
- Planet Ice: June 24 - July 1
- Albion Community Centre: July 2 - 7
- Maple Ridge Leisure Centre: July 8 - 21
The honored athletes include Kim Eagles, Karina Leblanc, Wes Hammer, Sean McBeth, Nathan Stein, Monika Eggens, Brett Sonne, and Garet Hunt.
For more information, visit BC Summer Games.
Contact:
Fred Armstrong, Special Events Marketing & Communications Manager
T 604 467 7452
E farmstrong@mapleridge.ca
