Laval, June 16, 2022 - After 2 years of postponement, Laval, proud host city of the 55th Quebec Games Finals, is looking forward to welcoming the 130,000 visitors expected from July 22 to 30. The competitions will be held at 14 venues featuring sports infrastructures that are sure to impress the 3,300 young athletes from all over the province, as well as their coaches and support staff. Organizers and volunteers are fully mobilized to welcome athletes and spectators alike, who will be able to celebrate the Games by taking advantage of the rich sports and cultural programming offered by the city and the event's organizing committee.
"We look forward to welcoming all these visitors and providing them with an unforgettable experience. For our sports community, hosting such an event is also synonymous with immense legacies. The Jeux du Québec's visit to Laval will have enabled the creation of new sports infrastructures that will be accessible to all citizens, in addition to having a significant impact on the sports development of the population and our organizations."
- Nicholas Borne, executive committee member, Laval-les-Îles city councillor responsible for sports and recreation
Photo credit: Maxime Riendeau
This summer, live to the rhythm of the Jeux du Québec
With free access to all competition venues, spectators are invited in their droves to celebrate the sporting and personal achievements of Quebec's finest young athletes. From July 22 to 26, the first block of events features athletics, basketball, baseball, swimming, beach volleyball and cycling. The second block, from July 26 to 30, will feature young athletes in golf, soccer, softball, archery, triathlon, mountain biking and volleyball. Spectators are also invited to enjoy the full experience by attending the opening and closing ceremonies on July 22 and 30 at Place Bell.
"We're putting on quite a show for the athletes and spectators! They're about to experience a small-scale reproduction of Olympic-style ceremonies. Laval-based Laser Quantum will provide an impressive immersive experience with an eye-popping sound and light show. Get your tickets now!
- Alexandre Despatie, spokesperson for the 55th Québec Games Finals and host of the ceremonies
The whole island throbs
To make the experience even more entertaining for participants and spectators alike, Ville de Laval will be offering a host of free cultural activities and entertainment at several competition sites. Everyone will be able to enjoy zany animations, stilt-walker performances, bicycle, percussion and dance acts, the Bibliomobile, board games, technological activities from the Studio mobile des Bibliothèques de Laval, an exhibition on physical activity set up by the Musée Armand-Frappier, performances on public pianos, a series of reports on the athletes by young reporters, and much more.
Volunteers: the organizing committee is still recruiting
Be part of the Games family, in the company of 2,500 passionate volunteers, and experience the competitions in a very special way. Whether it's for a few hours or several days, alone or accompanied, you'll be making a contribution that can make a big difference to the experience of the participants. By giving your time, you'll be helping young people enjoy a memorable experience, and raising the profile of the Laval region throughout the province. Apply today, and get a front-row seat to the exploits of our athletes.
Highlights
To find out all the details about the 55th Jeux du Québec Finals, including the sports and cultural programs, or to become a volunteer, visit the Jeux du Québec website.
Photo credit: Maxime Riendeau
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