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2016 FIL Men's Under-19 World Championships Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada Cover art courtesy of Michael Gottleib Lacrosse Art 2016 FIL Men’s Under-19 World Championships Page 2 of 28 Table of Contents 1. Introductory Letter 2. Bid Organizing Committee 3. Vision Statement 4. The Host Country 5. The Host City 6. Games Organizing Structure 7. Medical Services 8. Transportation 9. Accommodation 10. Food Services 11. Ancillary Events 12. Media & Communication 13. Sports Facilities 14. Financial Plan 15. Legacy 16. Letters of Support 17. FIL Bid Application Form Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 2016 FIL Men’s Under-19 World Championships Page 4 of 28 2 - Bid Organizing Committee Cliff Pascas: Cliff has been involved with the Lacrosse Community for the past 24 years. Taking on many roles from team manager to club administration/organization to BC Directorate Chair to chairing the 2008 World Games Organizing Committee and presently on the board of the 2008 Games Foundation. A construction project manager by occupation, Cliff has expertise in the management of budgets, schedules and organizational structure. Garth Cambrey: Garth has been involved in the Lacrosse for the past 14 years assisting where needed on any of his son’s or daughter’s teams. Notably Garth was also a director on the 2008 games committee and continues to sit on the board of the 2008 Games Foundation. Garth is an independent businessman operating a very successful property management firm. Jane Boutilier: Jane is the consummate volunteer. Involved with Lacrosse at the club and league levels Jane has taken on any task put before her and completed it with competence and enthusiasm. In the 2008 Games, Jane took on the roles of organizing the opening and closing ceremonies as well as numerous other tasks that came up. She also submitted the winning design for the FIL logo. Jane currently sits on the board of the 2008 Games Foundation. By occupation, Jane is a Human Resources manager for her local school district. Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 2016 FIL Men’s Under-19 World Championships Page 5 of 28 3 - Vision Statement Our Vision To stage an event that will provide lifelong memories for all of the participants and in doing so help to foster growth in the sport both locally and internationally. Our Goals To promote competitive sportsmanship on an international level promoting fair play and drug free participation. To foster a cultural exchange amongst athletes and fans from around the world. To bring international attention to the game of lacrosse and showcase it as Canada’s national summer sport. To host games in a fiscally responsible manner To use effective, open communication and collaboration amongst all parties to work together towards a memorable event. To provide a legacy in the form of funding for development of the game across our province. Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 2016 FIL Men’s Under-19 World Championships Page 6 of 28 4 - Host Country Canada: Canada is a country of vast diversity, both geographically and culturally. The country is bordered by three oceans and the longest unguarded border in the world. On the west coast of Canada lies the Pacific Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean on the east, the Arctic Ocean to the north, and the United States of America to the south. It encompasses almost 10,000,000 square kilometres in area making it the second largest country in the world in area. Arctic Ocean Pacific Ocean Atlantic Ocean United States Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 2016 FIL Men’s Under-19 World Championships Page 7 of 28 The country is divided in to 10 provinces and 3 territories. On the East coast are the provinces of Newfoundland/Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island. These provinces boast a rich maritime history and thus are known as our Maritime Provinces. West is the province of Quebec. A beautiful historic province, the centre of French culture in Canada. Moving West, Ontario is next and being Canada’s largest province boasts 40% of the total population. Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta are our 3 prairie provinces. From the Ontario border to the spectacular Rocky Mountains these provinces are Canada’s heartland boasting vast plains and golden wheat fields. Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 2016 FIL Men’s Under-19 World Championships Page 8 of 28 To the north lie Canada’s three territories, the Yukon, Northwest, and Nunavut Territories, homes to our vast northern wilderness and arctic tundra. Finally, on the west coast is Beautiful British Columbia with its spectacular mountains and rugged coastline. Facts about Canada: Area 9,984,670 square km Coastline 202,800 km Climate Temperate in the south, sub-arctic/arctic in the north Population 34,615,000 Official Languages English & French Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 2016 FIL Men’s Under-19 World Championships Page 9 of 28 5 - The Host City Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada. Coquitlam is one of the many Cities within the area known as the “Lower Mainland” A major centre with-in the metropolitan area of the host city for the 2010 Winter Olympics, Vancouver. Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 2016 FIL Men’s Under-19 World Championships Page 10 of 28 About Coquitlam The City of Coquitlam motto is - ANIMUS FLUMINUS VIRES POPULI The Spirit of the Rivers (is) the Strength of the People On October 30 1990, the coat of arms with the above inscription was received officially at a ceremony held in the Council Chambers of Coquitlam's old Municipal Hall. Coquitlam's earliest residents were the Coast Salish First Nations people. The City began to grow into the community it is today with the opening of Fraser Mills, when settlers from Quebec brought their mill experience and their French heritage. Since then, Coquitlam has continued to expand into the multicultural, family-oriented community it is today. Coquitlam is fast Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 2016 FIL Men’s Under-19 World Championships Page 11 of 28 becoming the Lower Mainland's number one location for lifestyle and business. Coquitlam’s open and accessible government is dedicated to providing services that enable all members of our community – businesses and residents – to prosper and grow within a safe and clean environment. We have invested up-front in modern infrastructure that continues to pave the way for double-digit residential, commercial/retail and industrial growth. Building on Coquitlam's strengths, the City developed an Economic Action Plan to enhance long-term fundamentals of the local economy and to better position Coquitlam as part of the regional economy. The Plan also focuses on supporting healthy communities and neighborhoods through job opportunities for a growing population, and sustained development of a vibrant local economy and tax base. Coquitlam is home to the Coquitlam Adanacs Senior A & Junior A Lacrosse clubs as well as Coquitlam Minor Lacrosse and numerous other Junior & Senior club teams. Also home to the Coquitlam Express Junior A Hockey Club and the Coquitlam Reds Premier League Baseball Team The City of Coquitlam will also be the hosts of the 2012 LPGA Canadian Open Women’s Golf Event and are vying to host the BC Summer Games in 2016 Sports and Tournament Facilities Chimo Aquatic & Fitness Centre -633 Poirier Street City Centre Aquatic Complex- 1210 Pinetree Way Coquitlam Town Centre Park- 1299 Pinetree Way Pinetree Community Centre- 1260 Pinetree Way Skate board bowl and playing surface- 1290 Pipeline Road Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex- 633 Poirier Street Recent major Lacrosse events held in B.C. 2011 Mann Cup – Senior A Lacrosse National Championships 2011 First Nations Trophy – Under-19 Men’s Field Lacrosse National Championship Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 2016 FIL Men’s Under-19 World Championships Page 12 of 28 2011 Alumni Cup – Under-16 Men’s Field Lacrosse National Championships 2011 Ross Cup & Victory Trophy – Men’s National Field Lacrosse Championships 2010 Minto Cup – Junior A Lacrosse National Championships 2010 Midget Nationals 2009 World Police & Fire Games – Men’s Field Lacrosse 2008 ILF Under-19 Men’s World Championships Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 2016 FIL Men’s Under-19 World Championships Page 13 of 28 6 - Games Organizing Structure The Bid Organizing Committee will carry on working through the “Not for Profit Society” established for the 2008 games. A tournament committee will be formed and will provide an opportunity for representation from the F.I.L., Canadian Lacrosse Association, the British Columbia Lacrosse Association, the City of Coquitlam and various other members from the community experienced in hosting National and Provincial lacrosse tournaments. The Tournament Committee will be responsible for planning, developing and implementing the event plan and day-to-day operations related to hosting the 2016 Under-19 World Lacrosse Championship. Federation of International Lacrosse Canadian Lacrosse Association Tournament British Columbia Committee Lacrosse Association Finance, Tournament Accomodation & Media & Awards & Fundraising & Director Ancillary Events Transportation Communications Ceremonies Sponsorship It is anticipated that the Tournament Committee shall operate on a volunteer basis with a sufficient number of volunteers being appointed to the Committee as required. Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 2016 FIL Men’s Under-19 World Championships Page 14 of 28 7 - Emergency Services The Town Centre Sports Complex is located with-in minutes of all emergency services. Eagle Ridge Hospital is a modern, state of the art facility, which is located only 5 minutes from the Town Centre Complex. Royal Columbian Hospital is a major trauma facility located in the neighbouring city of New Westminster. Located 20 minutes from the Town Centre complex this medical centre specializes in orthopaedic and spinal injuries. Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 2016 FIL Men’s Under-19 World Championships Page 15 of 28 Coquitlam #1 Fire Hall is located adjacent to the Town Centre Park Complex.