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Table of Contents Welcome to Estevan .......................................................... 8 General Information ........................................................... 8 Registration & Accreditation ............................................... 9 Mission Centre .................................................................. 9 District Arrival Times .......................................................... 9 Transportation for Athletes, Coaches & Managers ............. 10 Athletes Village ................................................................. 10 Hours ............................................................................... 10 Key times and locations .................................................... 10 Village Information Center ................................................. 10 Dorms .............................................................................. 10 Village Security ................................................................. 11 Village Access Control ...................................................... 11 Washrooms ...................................................................... 11 Lockers ............................................................................ 11 Laundry Services .............................................................. 12 Food Services .................................................................. 12 Mission Center ................................................................ 13 Parking ............................................................................. 13 Medical Services/Polyclinic ............................................... 14 District Storage ................................................................. 14 Athlete Entertainment ....................................................... 15 Phone Numbers ............................................................... 15 Souvenirs ......................................................................... 16 Cultural Events ................................................................. 16 Calendar of Cultural Events .............................................. 18 Calendar of Sports events ................................................ 21 Admission ....................................................................... 22 Checklist of What to Bring ................................................ 23 2016 SASKATCHEWAN SUMMER GAMES Message from the Co-chairs of the Saskatchewan Games Estevan Summer 2016 Welcome to Estevan, the Energy City! The Estevan 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games will leave a lasting impression on athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, spectators, and the citizens of southeast Saskatchewan. The success of this provincial multi-sport event is a direct result of many generous supporters and a dedicated team of volunteers, determined to make this a memorable event. A huge thank you and our sincere appreciation to all of you that have played a part. The goal of Estevan 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games is to MESSAGE TO THE ATHLETES create an athlete-focused event, full of great fun, entertaining competition and sportsmanship. Our volunteers have been working hard to create a ‘once in a lifetime, remarkable event’ for the athletes. Athletes, we encourage you to make the most of your time at the Games. To the spectators and citizens of Estevan, we also want to encourage you to partake in many, many events happening around the city – the sporting events, the Games lounge, and the cultural activities too numerous to mention that are planned throughout the City of Estevan. Let’s unite, celebrate, and together make Estevan 2016 the most energized Saskatchewan Summer Games ever! Brian Smith, Co-Chairperson Brian Senchuk, Co-Chairperson 2 Estevan 2016 Summer Games Inc Estevan 2016 Summer Games Inc. PARTICIPANT HANDBOOK Message from the Mayor I would like to welcome all of the Athletes, MESSAGE TO THE ATHLETES Coaches and Managers to Estevan for the 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games. On behalf of Council and our community I would like to congratulate you on being named to your District team. Be proud of this accomplishment and compete hard while you are at the Games! We are proud of the job our Summer Games committee along with our volunteers have accomplished and we are confident this will be one of the most exciting competitions of your life and an experience you won’t forget! Please enjoy all that Estevan has to offer you while you are here. We look forward to hosting you and supporting you while you compete for your home District! Best of luck! Mayor Roy Ludwig 3 2016 SASKATCHEWAN SUMMER GAMES Message from the Saskatchewan Games Council You did it, you are here! It is my absolute honour, on behalf of the Saskatchewan Games Council, to congratulate you on making it to the Estevan 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games. We truly value the positive impact that a multi-sport games has on all participants. This week you are part of something bigger than your sport; your individual athletic accomplishments will contribute to the successes of your District team. These games will be filled with great competition and countless memories that you will carry forever. Your experiences will prepare you for all future levels of competition, whether it be provincial, national, or international such as the Canada Games or the Olympics. The Saskatchewan Games have been a stepping stone for numerous Olympic athletes, including James Avery who played baseball in Beijing and Colleen Sostorics, who competed in athletics at the Saskatchewan Games but won gold in hockey MESSAGE TO THE ATHLETES at multiple Olympic Winter Games. There are even Olympic athletes such as Warren Long who share their success by coaching at the Saskatchewan Games. Thank you, to the energized board members, committee members, and staff people, many who have been working passionately for the past number of years to provide you with this amazing experience. Thank you also to the thousands of Games volunteers, whose dedication, commitment, and energy help make the Games the amazing experience they are. Good luck, play hard, and have fun! Julie Brandt Chairperson, Saskatchewan Games Council 4 PARTICIPANT HANDBOOK Message from the Premier of Saskatchewan MESSAGE TO THE ATHLETES Premier of Saskatchewan Legislative Building Regina Canada S4S 0B3 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games On behalf of the Government of Saskatchewan, I am pleased to welcome you to the 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games in Estevan. Since 1972, the Summer Games have brought together athletes from across Saskatchewan to compete and achieve a higher level of physical wellbeing. In front of over 5000 spectators, athletes will test their skills. Thank you to the participants, coaches, organizers, parents, volunteers and sponsors for your commitment and dedication to sport in Saskatchewan. I congratulate everyone involved for making this event a success. Best of luck to all the athletes. Welcome to Estevan and best wishes for a fun and competitive Summer Games. Brad Wall Premier 5 2016 SASKATCHEWAN SUMMER GAMES Message from the Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport On behalf of the Government of Saskatchewan and the Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport, I congratulate all of the provincial coaches and athletes competing in the Estevan 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games. The Saskatchewan Games are a celebration of our province's athletic talent. They are also a spring board for many athletes to go on to compete at national and international competitions like the Canada Games and the Olympics. Our government recognizes the importance of sports in our everyday lives. Sports grow discipline and self-confidence, encourage teamwork and independence. By promoting healthy and active lifestyles, sports contribute to the strong quality of life we enjoy within Saskatchewan. As the games start, I know that the dedication and preparation of the athletes will spark energy within them, inspire their teammates, competitors and spectators. Thank you to the athletes, coaches, families and volunteers for all your hard work to Energize the Games. I wish the best of luck to every athlete and coach. Enjoy the games, everyone! MESSAGE TO THE ATHLETES Sincerely, Mark Docherty Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport 6 PARTICIPANT HANDBOOK Message from the President of Sask Sport Inc. MESSAGE TO THE ATHLETES A Message from Sask Sport On behalf of Sask Sport Inc. and the entire amateur sport community in the province, I would like to welcome all participants to the 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games in Estevan. This event welcomes up to 1,800 of the proviince’s top amateur athletes for a week of exciting competition in a multi-sport Games environment. Congratulations to all of the athletes for the hard work and dedication you’ve shown to make it to this p oint. I wish you the best of luck as you compete against top athletes from Districts across the province. Regardless of how you fare, it’s important to remember that Sport Is More Than A Game. Participating in sport contributes to a healthy lifestyle, and helps you develop important skills and build friendships that will last a lifetime. I know that for many of you this is only the beginning of your sports journey. There are undoubtedly many hopefuls at this event who are seeking the opportunity to represent Saskatchewan and perhaps even Canada in the future. Behind every participant of the Games, there is a supporting cast. Thank you to all of the coaches, managers and volunteers who have helped athletes develop their skills, and the