Preparations are in full swing for the Lhtako Quesnel 2024 BC Winter Games taking place from February 22-25 in Quesnel, but more volunteers are needed to make the event run smoothly.
With as many as 1,700 athletes, coaches and officials expected to participate, organizers say volunteer support is crucial for the successful implementation and operation of this year’s BC Winter Games.
While 1,100 people have already volunteered, additional hands are still needed especially in food services, overnight shifts in accommodation and certified first-aid responders.
The upcoming Lhtako Quesnel 2024 BC Winter Games are significant because it marks a historic first. For the first time in 46 years, the BC Winter Games is co-named by the host community and an Indigenous community, the Lhtako Dene Nation.
This partnership not only highlights Indigenous culture and ways of life, but also recognizes their traditional territory.
“For us, this is more than just a sporting event. All the participants gathering here in Quesnel will take home not only medals and memories of their competitions, but the stories and knowledge about our traditions and our people,” said Tim Mitchell, Lhtako Dene Nation Councilor.
Ahead of the Games, Enbridge, an energy transportation company which operates a pipeline system that spans BC and is positioned near Quesnel, donated $25,000 to help ensure a smoother and higher-quality sport event.
On Friday, Enbridge representatives presented the cheque to the Lhtako Quesnel 2024 BC Winter Games, at the new Lhtako Dene longhouse located on their lands.
Enbridge employees, who live and work in the area, have also signed up to volunteer in this year’s Games.
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