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.
Richmond’s Charlotte Chan wins W.R. Bennett Award in Trail-Rossland
/in 2026 BC Winter Games, 2026 News, FeaturedWheelchair basketball’s Charlotte Chan was presented with the W.R. Bennett Award for Athletic Excellence on Saturday, February 28 at the Trail-Rossland 2026 BC Winter 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 honour of former premier […]
Recap of Saturday’s Events
/in 2026 BC Winter GamesYesterday was a full and exciting day at the Trail-Rossland 2026 BC Winter Games, with all sports in action across our host communities. With so much happening at once, we were unfortunately unable to provide coverage from every venue — but here are the stories we were able to capture from an unforgettable Saturday of […]
Recap of Friday’s Events
/in 2026 BC Winter GamesAlpine Skiing Showcases Skill and Spirit at Red Mountain By Erin Baker Racers took to the Giant Slalom course at Red Mountain Resort under partly cloudy skies and good visibility for Friday’s BC Winter Games competition. Snow conditions varied across the course, offering both soft, carvable sections in the sun and more technical, shaded areas that demanded […]
A Family Legacy: BC Games Run Deep for Speed Skating Coach Sylvia Masich
/in 2026 BC Winter GamesBy Valerie Rossi Long before the crowd settles and the starter’s call cuts through the rink, there is a moment when speed skaters lean forward, their weight balanced on thin steel. Then they launch — bodies low, legs driving, speed building lap by lap. For Prince George speed skating coach Sylvia Masich, that exhilarating feeling […]
Recap of Thursday’s Events
/in 2026 BC Winter GamesArtistic Gymnastics Competition Ready to Launch By Kai Markin JL Crowe Secondary Student The gymnasium at Rossland Summit School has been transformed into a gymnast’s paradise for the 2026 BC Winter Games. Tumbling mats, pommel horses and a towering high bar now fill the space beneath the Canadian and B.C. flags, as artistic gymnasts took […]