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Regina, SK (February 19, 2023) – The 2023 Saskatchewan Winter Games in Regina, presented by Teine Energy, will run from February 19-25, 2023. In addition to competition among 1,400+ participants in 16 different sports, the 2023 Saskatchewan Winter Games will feature numerous other events that the media and public are invited to attend. 

Torch Relay

The Torch Relay, sponsored by Scotiabank, will feature notable leaders in Canadian sport including Colleen Sostorics and Carol Lafayette-Boyd carrying the torch across Regina.

- Sunday, February 19, 2023
- 9:00 AM
- University of Regina - Centre for Kinesiology, Health & Sport Foyer
- Full list of torch bearers available here

Opening Ceremony

The 2023 Saskatchewan Winter Games will officially begin with the Opening Ceremony!

- Sunday, February 19
- 6:30 PM (doors: 6:00 PM)
- University of Regina Gym #3, 3925 Wascana Parkway, Regina
- Tickets: $10; at the door and online
- Streamed live for free at app.hometeamlive.com

Dignitaries present:
- Elder Alice Pahtayken
- Minister Makowsky
- Mayor Sandra Masters
- CFO, Ken Hillier, Teine Energy

Performers:

- Teagan Littlechief
- Donny Parenteau
- Terrance Littletent
- Arcana Kings

The 2023 Saskatchewan Winter Games in Regina invites the public to attend its free Culture Festival, presented by CGI. The festival includes three days of interactive learning and celebration of Saskatchewan’s diverse cultures and talent. The Culture Festival will run from 6:30 - 9:00 PM nightly from Tuesday, February 21 through Thursday, February 23 at the University of Regina Education Auditorium. Free parking is available in University of Regina Lots 7 and 10.

The event on Wednesday, February 22 will feature a keynote speech from Sydney Daniels, followed by a panel discussion on Truth and Reconciliation in Sport. Daniels, of Mistawasis Nêhiyawak First Nation, is the first-ever female NHL Scout for the Winnipeg Jets. She will be joined by her father, NHL veteran Scott Daniels. Moderated by Bryan Eneas of CBC, the panel will also feature Indigenous sport leaders Eric Honetschlager, Jackson Serna, and Amy Shipley. 

The events on Tuesday, February 21 and Thursday, February 23 will feature entertaining and diverse cultural performances from groups across Saskatchewan, including the Grey Buffalo Singers, the Regina Highland Dance Association, the Tavria Ukrainian Dance Group, the Creeland Dance Group, and many more.

The Culture Festival was chaired and organized by Len Daniels, Shelly Daniels, and Joe Daniels of George Gordon First Nation. 

Closing Ceremony 

The Closing Ceremony will bring the weeklong Games to a close and highlight the next Host Community for the Saskatchewan Summer Games in 2024!

- Sunday, February 19
- 3:30 PM (doors: 3:00 PM)
- Viterra International Trade Centre Hall A, 1700 Elphinstone St.
- Tickets: $10; at the door and online
- Streamed live for free at app.hometeamlive.com

Dignitaries present:

- Lieutenant Governor Russ Mirasty
- Elder Alice Pahtayken
- MLA Marv Friesen
- Mayor Sandra Masters

Performers:

- Teagan Littlechief
- Donny Parenteau
- Terrance Littletent
- Arcana Kings

2023 Saskatchewan Winter Games Social Channels:

Facebook: 2023 Saskatchewan Winter Games Regina
Twitter: @2023saskgames
Instagram: @2023saskgames

Saskatchewan Games Council Social Channels:
Facebook: Saskatchewan Games
Twitter: @saskgames
Instagram: @saskatchewangames

About the Saskatchewan Games:

First established in 1972, the purpose of the Saskatchewan Games is to provide an opportunity for the province’s developing athletes, coaches and officials to participate in an exciting multi-sport event in preparation for a higher level of competition. Countless Saskatchewan Games alumni have advanced to competition at the national level and beyond, with Olympians such as Emily Clarke, Marsha Hudey and Lucas Makowsky counting the Saskatchewan Winter Games as a key step in their journey to the highest levels of sport. The Saskatchewan Games also leave behind valuable legacies that benefit each host community for years to come. To learn more, visit www.saskgames.ca.

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Media Contact:
Ashley Dennison
Games Services and Communications Lead
Saskatchewan Games Council
306-570-2525
adennison@saskgames.ca