Laval, June 16, 2022 — After a two-year postponement, Laval, the proud host city of the^55th Quebec Games Finals, is eagerly looking forward to welcoming the 130,000 visitors expected from July 22 to 30. Competitions will take place at 14 venues equipped with sports facilities that are sure to impress the 3,300 young athletes from across the province, as well as their coaches and chaperones. Organizations and volunteers are fully mobilized to welcome both athletes and spectators, who will be able to celebrate the Games by enjoying the rich sports and cultural program offered by the City and the event’s Organizing Committee.

“We look forward to welcoming all these visitors and giving them an unforgettable experience. For our sports community, hosting such an event also means leaving a lasting legacy. The Quebec Games in Laval have led to the creation of new sports facilities that will be accessible to all residents, in addition to having a significant impact on the sports development of our community and our organizations.”

— Nicholas Borne, member of the executive committee, city councilor for Laval-les-Îles, and head of sports and recreation

Photo credit: Maxime Riendeau

This summer, get into the spirit of the Quebec Games

With free admission to all competition venues, spectators are invited in large numbers to celebrate the athletic and personal achievements of Quebec’s top young athletes. From July 22 to 26, the first session will feature track and field, basketball, baseball, swimming, beach volleyball, and cycling. The second block, taking place from July 26 to 30, will feature young athletes competing 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 in for a small-scale reenactment of ceremonies reminiscent of those at the Olympic Games. Laval-based company Laser Quantum will deliver an impressive immersive experience with a spectacular sound-and-light show. Get your tickets now!”

— Alexandre Despatie, spokesperson for the^55th Quebec Games Finals and host of the ceremonies

The whole island is buzzing

To make the experience even more entertaining for participants and spectators, the City of Laval will offer a wide range of free cultural activities and entertainment at several competition venues. Everyone will be able to enjoy zany performances, stilt walkers, bicycle acts, percussion, and dance, the Bibliomobile, board games, tech activities from the Laval Libraries’ Mobile Studio, an exhibition on physical activity organized by the Armand-Frappier Museum, performances on public pianos, a series of athlete profiles by young reporters, and much more.

Volunteers: The organizing committee is still recruiting

Join the Games’ big family alongside 2,500 passionate volunteers and experience the competitions in a truly special way. Whether you volunteer for a few hours or several days, alone or with others, your contribution will make a huge difference in the participants’ experience. Giving your time means helping young people have a memorable experience, while also putting the Laval region on the map across the province. Apply today and get a front-row seat to our athletes’ achievements.

Highlights

• Notable among these projects are the new track and field facility at Claude-Ferragne Stadium in the Odyssée-des-Jeunes school park, the construction of eight new outdoor volleyball courts at the Bois-de-Boulogne Sports Centre, as well as the renovation of three baseball fields, two softball fields, and the archery range at Lévis-Paquette Park.
• Hosting this major event also provided support to sports organizations through a recovery plan for Laval’s sports associations and clubs, as well as the “Propulser l’espoir” program, which was launched to support the development of Laval athletes competing in the Quebec Games Finals.
• In total, the event is expected to generate more than $12 million in economic benefits for the region.

Additional information

For full details on the^55thQuebec Games Finals, including the sports and cultural programs, or to volunteer, visit the Quebec Games website  

Photo credit: Maxime Riendeau

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