Spectator Information
Coming to Vancouver 2010
All the information you need to prepare for your exciting experience at the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games!
Paralympic Winter Games
Vancouver, Whistler and Canada are ready to welcome the world to one of the most exciting and inspiring celebrations of sport, culture and sustainability — the X Paralympic Winter Games — which will be held from March 12 to 21, 2010.
Celebrations and Ceremonies
The Olympic and Paralympic experience for athletes, visitors, residents and media goes well beyond the activities that take place at the sport venues.
Host Communities
From Vancouver’s ocean shores, to Richmond’s impressive Oval to Whistler’s snow capped mountain peaks, the setting for the 2010 Winter Games will provide a truly spectacular stage for athletes and spectators alike. Discover our Host Communities and what they have to offer as you plan your Vancouver 2010 experience.
British Columbia
Situated on the West Coast of Canada, BC is a four-season destination offering sophisticated city experiences and unparalleled outdoor activities, which have attracted international attention and acclaim. Discover what makes BC truly unique and why it is the perfect place to visit.
Canada
Stretching from the Pacific to the Atlantic and deep into the Arctic, Canada is a big country, with a lot of places to experience. Rugged mountain peaks and soft sandy beaches. Bustling cosmopolitan cities surrounded by quiet cozy villages. Diverse and endlessly engaging. Canada is made for exploring.
Four Host First Nations
The 2010 Winter Games are being held on the traditional and shared traditional territories of four distinct indigenous peoples known as the Four Host First Nations. Discover more about the Four Host First Nations and the Aboriginal peoples of Canada as you plan your 2010 experience.
Contributing Provinces and
Territories
The 2010 Winter Games Contributing Provinces support the Games and are opening their doors to the world. Discover more about what each contributing province has to offer as you make your plans for 2010.
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