Richmond, British Columbia – Department of Canadian Heritage

Minister of State (Seniors) Alice Wong, on behalf of Minister of State (Sport) Bal Gosal, today announced that the Government of Canada is providing $150,000 to Gymnastics Canada through Sport Canada’s Hosting Program to support the hosting of the 2014 Pacific Rim Gymnastic Championships.

The event is being held in Richmond, British Columbia from April 9 to 12, 2014.

Quick Facts

• The Government of Canada contributed $1,798,500 to Gymnastics Canada in 2013–2014 through Sport Canada's Sport Support Program.
• In 2013–2014, approximately $665,000 was provided through the Athlete Assistance Program to support 55 athletes in artistic, rhythmic, and trampoline disciplines of gymnastics with living, training, tuition, and special needs expenses.
• Gymnastics Canada is the national governing body for the sport of gymnastics in Canada. It works closely with the 12 provincial/territorial federations and 700 local clubs to provide a broad range of programs and services to meet the needs of all participants. From athlete development to coaching and judging education, Gymnastics Canada sets the operating standards and practices for the sport in Canada.

Quotes

“We are pleased to support Gymnastics Canada in hosting the 2014 Pacific Rim Gymnastic Championships, which provides world class competition for our elite athletes and promotes the benefits of a healthy lifestyle to Canadians.”

—Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport)

“Our Government is committed to ensuring Canadian athletes are provided with the support they need to reach the podium at every opportunity. I am thrilled to see such an exciting event taking place at the Richmond Olympic Oval in beautiful British Columbia. I congratulate all athletes on taking part in these Championships.”

—Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors)

“Gymnastics Canada and Gymnastics British Columbia are extremely pleased and honoured to host the 2014 Pacific Rim Gymnastics Championships in Richmond, B.C. The Pacific Rim Gymnastics Championships regroup some of the best countries in the world in the four Olympic gymnastics disciplines: men’s and women’s artistic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, and trampoline gymnastics. The presentation of this prestigious event in Canada would not have been possible without the support and financial assistance from the Government of Canada.”

—Jean-Paul Caron, President/CEO, Gymnastics Canada