Since 1967, nearly 100,000 athletes have participated in the Games, with hundreds of thousands having engaged in try‐outs and qualifying events. Over 90,000 coaches, officials and volunteers have been directly involved in the planning and staging of the Games.
The 2011 Games will leave behind an extensive legacy for the region’s sport community. They will be anchored by the new $40 million Canada Games Centre and extend to more than 13 sport venues and numerous non-competition venues. $15 million in capital upgrades will be made to the region’s existing sporting facilities. These investments will ensure the Games’ legacy of promoting sport will resonate for generations to come.
Beyond the impact on the sporting community, the Games also bring large economic benefits, including business opportunities, new jobs, increased tourism, enhanced infrastructure and tax revenue. The 2007 Canada Winter Games realized an economic impact of $95 million for the city of Whitehorse.
Dartmouth/Halifax, NS was host to the very first Canada Summer Games in 1969. The lasting legacy of those Games includes Centennial Pool, the Canada Games diamond on the Halifax Commons, and Lake Banook.