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Kathy Colaiacovo
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
 
In 1979, 1 month after I turned 12, I headed to Brandon Manitoba with my dance partner to represent P.E.I. as figure skaters in novice dance. Being so young, the entire process was overwhelming – from all the training, to the extra on and off ice team practices, and finally flying halfway across Canada. I still remember all the noise at the opening ceremonies and after that, much is a blur. It was a very busy week filled with meeting many new people and watching tons of sports. We also got autographs galore, trading pins and clothes from the other athletes.
 
In retrospect, I wish cameras were more advanced and readily available then; as much of what I remember is in my head. I encourage all athletes to have fun, talk with other athletes and most of all do your best in your sport. I suspect the memories you take home will have more to do with the people and the experiences than the medals and your final standing!
 
Tell us about yourself
I presently live in Dartmouth with my husband and 3 children. I am a small business owner of a virtual assistant business and spend much of my free time driving my children to hockey, basketball and football practices and games.
 
What will you bring the Halifax 2011 Canada Games?
I will bring my kids to watch the events so they can see the skills, abilities and accomplishments of our athletes from Canada.

 

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