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March 2009

VANOC releases carbon offset target for 2010 Winter Games; negotiations ongoing with potential partners in carbon offset field

Vancouver, BC – On the occasion of the World Conference on Sport and the Environment starting today in Vancouver, British Columbia, the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC) announced a target to neutralize up to 300,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions from the Games...
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Richmond Olympic Oval Awarded Sustainability Star

The Richmond Olympic Oval, recognized worldwide as a hallmark of sustainable design and construction unique to a large-scale facility, was awarded a Sustainability Star by the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Organizing Committee (VANOC)...
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The Resort Municipality of Whistler Recognized by VANOC's New 'Sustainability Star' Awards Program

March 27, 2009...
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VANOC launches ‘Sustainability Star” awards program to recognize partner sustainability innovations in economic, environmental and social initiatives

Vancouver, BC – To recognize the innovative efforts Vancouver 2010 and its many partners and sponsors are taking to be sustainable, the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC) has created the Sustainability Star program...
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VANOC releases quarterly report; remains committed to being financially prudent

Vancouver, BC — The Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC) today released its report for the second quarter of the fiscal year, which includes a management discussion and analysis, and interim financial statements for the period ending January 31, 2009...
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Vancouver 2010 creates advisory panel on official languages

Vancouver, BC – To reinforce its commitment towards ensuring both of Canada’s official languages are well represented and celebrated at the 2010 Winter Games, the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC) has created an advisory committee on official languages...
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IPC President and VANOC CEO officially invite National Paralympic Committees to the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games

On the occasion of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Games Chef de Mission Seminar, National Paralympic Committees (NPCs) were officially invited tonight to attend the 2010 Winter Paralympics in Vancouver and Whistler, Canada...
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Solid progress noted as VANOC board of directors reviews activities and operations during second meeting of 2009

Sport events draw key learnings; updated Competition Schedule now available

Vancouver, BC – The board of directors for the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC) met today in Vancouver for its second meeting of 2009...
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British Columbians take challenge, win 2010 tickets

VICTORIA – Two lucky British Columbians have been chosen to each win a pair of tickets to the 2010 Winter Games, announced Healthy Living and Sport Minister Mary Polak...
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World cup tests para athletes at 2010 games venue

WHISTLER – Healthy Living and Sport Minister Mary Polak congratulated the competitors and organizers of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Biathlon and Cross-Country World Cup event, which took place at Whistler Olympic/Paralympic Park, from March 3-7...
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Aboriginal youth, elders to play special roles in Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch Relay. First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities asked to nominate members for flame attendant and torchbearer positions

Vancouver, BC – The bright light of the Olympic Flame will shine on Aboriginal communities across Canada during its 106-day journey starting this fall...
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Books and sporting goods to join the range of 2010 Winter Games licensed merchandise: Two major Canadian publishers and renowned sporting goods manufacturer join team of 41 licensees

Vancouver, BC– For those who want more ways to celebrate the 2010 Winter Games, an array of books and a selection of sporting equipment celebrating the 2010 Winter Games, and bearing the official emblems and brands, will be available this year...
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YVR visitors to receive Olympic Welcome

RICHMOND – Visitors to British Columbia travelling through YVR will know they’ve arrived in a proud Olympic host province, thanks to a 14-metre tall Olympic rings logo, which was lit today by Premier Gordon Campbell

 “The Olympic rings are an instantly recognizable symbol that will help welcome the world to British Columbia in the lead up to the 2010 Olympic and Paralympics Games,” said Premier Campbell...
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Volunteer dancers, athletes and performers wanted! Vancouver 2010 launches online call for volunteer performers for Olympic Ceremonies

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