Greetings
Message from the Premier
On behalf of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, it gives me great pleasure to welcome you all to the 2010 Labrador Winter Games, taking place in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, March 7 to 13.
The Labrador Winter Games have become an essential component of the sporting and cultural heritage of Labrador. The Games provide participants and residents the opportunity to take part in a variety of sport, recreation and cultural activities.
In preparation for this highly-anticipated event, the hard work and dedication by all those involved have played an important role in the continued advancement of sport throughout Labrador.
Best of luck for a successful and enjoyable Labrador Winter Games.
Sincerely,
Danny Williams,
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador
The Labrador Winter Games have become an essential component of the sporting and cultural heritage of Labrador. The Games provide participants and residents the opportunity to take part in a variety of sport, recreation and cultural activities.
In preparation for this highly-anticipated event, the hard work and dedication by all those involved have played an important role in the continued advancement of sport throughout Labrador.
Best of luck for a successful and enjoyable Labrador Winter Games.
Sincerely,
Danny Williams,
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador
Message from the Mayor
On behalf of Council and the citizens of Happy Valley-Goose Bay, I wish to extend a very sincere welcome to all athletes, coaches, community representatives and special guests to our community.
The Labrador Winter Games is a unique tradition of sport and culture here in Labrador. These games have evolved into the premier event for all of Labrador. The Olympics of the North, also know as the Friendship Games, provide the people of Labrador the opportunity to come together, to compete, challenge ourselves, share and re-kindle friendships.
The spirit of competition and the joy of participation continue to be the drive behind this event. But without the generous financial support of both the Provincial and Federal Government and sponsors these games would not be possible. For this we all must be thankful.
I would also like to congratulate the organizing committee and all the volunteers for your hard work, commitment and dedication. You all play a major role in the success of these games.
Best of luck to all the athletes; enjoy the games and most importantly, have fun!
Sincerely,
Leo Abbass
Mayor
The Labrador Winter Games is a unique tradition of sport and culture here in Labrador. These games have evolved into the premier event for all of Labrador. The Olympics of the North, also know as the Friendship Games, provide the people of Labrador the opportunity to come together, to compete, challenge ourselves, share and re-kindle friendships.
The spirit of competition and the joy of participation continue to be the drive behind this event. But without the generous financial support of both the Provincial and Federal Government and sponsors these games would not be possible. For this we all must be thankful.
I would also like to congratulate the organizing committee and all the volunteers for your hard work, commitment and dedication. You all play a major role in the success of these games.
Best of luck to all the athletes; enjoy the games and most importantly, have fun!
Sincerely,
Leo Abbass
Mayor
Message from the Minister
As Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation, I extend a warm welcome to participants and visitors to the 2010 Labrador Winter Games.
Over the next seven days, more than 400 participants from 25 communities throughout Labrador will take part in what is known as the "Olympics of the North". This is an event which combines a sense of pride in community with the recognition of a uniquely diverse culture. Participants will enjoy traditional competitions which celebrate Labrador's heritage – including, snowshoeing and dog sledding – as well as a host of contemporary sport and cultural activities.
Through the hard work and dedication of more than 500 volunteers, the Labrador Winter Games remains a first-class celebration of physical activity, participation in sport, and strength and resilience of Labrador's culture, heritage and people.
I wish you all the best for a successful event.
Sincerely,
Honourable Terry French
Minister
Over the next seven days, more than 400 participants from 25 communities throughout Labrador will take part in what is known as the "Olympics of the North". This is an event which combines a sense of pride in community with the recognition of a uniquely diverse culture. Participants will enjoy traditional competitions which celebrate Labrador's heritage – including, snowshoeing and dog sledding – as well as a host of contemporary sport and cultural activities.
Through the hard work and dedication of more than 500 volunteers, the Labrador Winter Games remains a first-class celebration of physical activity, participation in sport, and strength and resilience of Labrador's culture, heritage and people.
I wish you all the best for a successful event.
Sincerely,
Honourable Terry French
Minister