The Summer Games Board of Directors are closing in on the final weeks of planning and preparations for the 2024 BC Summer Games in mid-July.
Volunteer recruitment continues to be a large focus, as is scheduling and training of the 1000+volunteers that will help with the Games. Numerous logistical plans are in near completed and are being tested in advance of the Games weekend and adjusted as needed. Designated venue sites for sport and not-sport events are receiving their final finishing touches in preparation of hosting over 3000 participants.
Public communications and promotions, both print and online, have increased this month as the organizing committee launches some key initiatives such as the merchandise store, designs for the participant badges and lanyards, design and production of volunteer uniforms, and development of the recognition signs that will be placed across Maple Ridge, highlighting the numerous sponsors and supporters that have contributed to the planning and anticipated success of the 2024 Summer Games.
Detailed planning continues for the Opening Ceremony celebration that will welcome 8000 participants and spectators to Albion Sports Complex the evening of July 18th. The opening ceremonies requires involvement by nearly all 14 Summer Games planning areas and will be the largest City celebration in one spot, at one time in many years.