The mascots for the Halifax 2011 Canada Games are Anni and Sammi! They are sister and brother Nova Scotian Duck Tolling Retrievers. They were adopted by the Halifax 2011 Canada Winter Games family and like all Duck Tollers, Anni and Sammi are strong, smart, brave and determined – which makes them great natural athletes. That’s why they were so excited to be asked to participate in the Canada Games. Nothing but sports and kids all day is their dream come true.

Kids can find a list of Anni and Sammi's "play dates" by visiting annisammi2011.ca, where they will also learn about Halifax, Nova Scotia, and the Canada Games. Kids can also become card-carrying members of Anni and Sammi's kennel club, and play online games such as snowboarding and snowball fight.

Anni and Sammi are available by request to attend community events such as parades, festivals, rallies or sporting events. Event organizers may send a completed request form one (1) month before your scheduled event. Requests will be prioritized by the mascot committee who reserves the right to refuse requests at their discretion. Please note that the appearances will be limited to twenty (20) minutes intervals.  You may send your completed request forms by fax at 490-5730 or by e-mail at canadagames2011.ca

Events that are inappropriate for mascot appearances include:

• Events hosted by companies that are not sponsors of the Games
• Private parties not sanctioned by the Host Society
• Events that do not correspond with the Games mandate and objectives