Entries by BC Games Society
BC Games Society releases Core Sport Policy for 2028 BC Winter and BC Summer Games
The BC Games Society has released the Core Sport Policy for the 2028 BC Winter and BC Summer Games. The Core Sport Policy outlines how sports are included in the BC Winter and BC Summer Games. It ensures the Games continue to reflect the BC Games Society’s commitment to athlete development, responsible sport delivery, and […]
BC Games Society announces sport package for Kelowna 2026 BC Summer Games
The BC Games Society has announced the full contingent of sports that will take part in the Kelowna 2026 BC Summer Games from July 22 to 26, 2026. DOWNLOAD SPORT PACKAGE Just over 3,000 athletes, coaches, and officials will participate across 19 sports in Kelowna, which previously hosted the BC Games in 1980, 1994, and 2008. […]
BC Soccer to withdraw from the 2026 BC Summer Games
Soccer has been part of the BC Games since its debut at the Penticton 1978 BC Summer Games. “BC Soccer has been a valued partner since the very first BC Summer Games,” said Alison Noble, President and CEO of the BC Games Society. “We thank the many soccer alumni, volunteers, and supporters who have contributed […]
Celebrating the life and contributions of Cindy Simpson
The BC Games Society is saddened to learn of the passing of Cindy Simpson. Cindy was a career sport volunteer, holding numerous positions on the Board of the BC Senior Games Society over the last 25 years and serving as the longtime Provincial Advisor for badminton at the BC Games. Her passion for sport, badminton, […]
Basketball BC withdraws 3×3 Basketball from 2026 BC Summer Games
Basketball BC has announced that its 3×3 program will be withdrawn from the Kelowna 2026 BC Summer Games to allow the organization to reevaluate how the sport aligns with the BC Games and Canada Basketball’s sport development pathway. Basketball BC has run its 3×3 program at the BC Games since the 2014 BC Summer Games […]
Jake Rudolph receives Presidents’ Award in recognition of outstanding volunteer contributions
Jake Rudolph has been named the BC Games Society’s recipient for the Presidents’ Awards, given to volunteers from Sport BC member and partner organizations who demonstrate the spirit of volunteerism through the dedication, commitment, and tireless energy they give to their sport organizations. The Presidents’ Awards are formally presented as part of Sport BC’s 57th […]
BC Games and Team BC alumni among finalists at Sport BC Athlete of the Year Awards
Sport BC is set to host the 57th Annual Athlete of the Year Awards on Thursday night, March 7, and 19 BC Games or Team BC alumni have been recognized with nominations for major awards. Among those nominated are BC Games alumni and Olympic hammer throwing champions Ethan Katzberg and Camryn Rogers, who are up […]
BC Games and Team BC alumni ready to shine at Special Olympics World Winter Games
The Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 are taking place March 8-15, 2025 and 13 BC Games and Team BC alumni are set to represent Canada on the international stage. The World Games are the flagship event of the Special Olympics movement and have grown to be an international demonstration of inclusion, acceptance, and […]