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Preparing for the Games

At the Games

After the Games

For Fans & Family

Messages of Support

Good Luck to the athletes, coaches, and mission staff heading to the 2026 Manitoba Games

Manitoba has a long history of excellence in sport on the national stage. In representing our province at Canada's largest multi-sport event, you have the honour of building on this legacy. I am confident that you will represent Manitoba with pride, respect and determiniation.

All athletes have worked incredibly hard leading up to the Canada Summer Games. You have inspired us with your dedication and perseverance throughout your journey and should be proud of your accomplishments. As you compete and connect with athletes from across the country, I hope you will embrace this unique opportunity, while learning and growing your skills both on and off the playing field.

To those on Team Manitoba, congratulations and thank you for your leadership, commitment and unwavering support for our province. I'd also like to thank your family, friends and supporters for their continued encouragement. You have all played an essential role in developing and nurturing the Team Manitoba athletes throughout their sports careers.

On behalf of all Manitobans, I wish you an exciting, memorable and successful 2025 Canada Summer Games. Go Team 'Toba!

Honourable Nellie Kennedy

Message from the Minister of Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism

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Sport Manitoba is proud to fund and support programs that help develop athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers across the province. We believe every Manitoban should have the opportunity to participate in sport and compete at the highest level of their ability. Your selection to Team Manitoba reflects the hard work, dedication, and perseverance you’ve put in to reach this incredible milestone.

We also recognize the vital role played by those who have supported you - your coaches, parents and guardians, teammates, friends, and extended family. You are all part of Manitoba’s strong and passionate amateur sport community, and we thank each of you for helping it grow and thrive.

The Canada Games offer more than competition - they foster personal growth, community spirit, and lifelong memories. We hope this experience inspires you to explore your full potential in sport and beyond.

The Herd is behind you - watching from home, cheering from the stands, and celebrating every moment with pride. As you step onto this national stage, know that you carry the hopes of a province proud of your accomplishments.

We wish you every success and a truly memorable experience at the 2025 Canada Summer Games in Newfoundland.

Janet McMahon

Message from Sport Manitoba’s President & CEO

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Congratulations to all athletes, coaches, and support staff on your selection to Team Toba. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to showcase the result of your hard work over the years and we are proud to have you representing our province. So many of Canada’s greatest athletes have competed in the Games, and now you are part of that exclusive club alongside the likes of Cindy Klassen, Tyler Mislawchuk, and Kaitlyn Lawes.

Beyond the competition, the Canada Games is an experience unlike any other. Thousands of like-minded individuals are converging on the same city from all over the country. You will see everybody wearing their provincial/territorial colours with pride, and we are no different repping the black and yellow! There will be lots of pin trading, social activities, and you will get to walk in the Opening or Closing Ceremony athlete parade.

Take advantage of all the support you have at the Games in order to participate at your best. The Province of Manitoba, Sport Manitoba, our provincial sport organizations, and your friends and family are here to help you be at your best.

Treasure the moment, and see you in August!

Drew Todd

Message from Team Manitoba’s Chef de Mission

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Preparing for the Games

Get the information you need to prepare for the Manitoba Games.

Roles at Games Gearing Up Travel

Coaches and Managers

Coaches are responsible for the overall supervision of their athletes at the Games, which begins with the bus ride up to Thompson, includes staying at the Athletes Village, and ends when the athletes are dropped off following the bus ride home.Managers are responsible for the overall coordination of their team.

They are expected to communicate with their assigned Chef de Mission leading up to and during the Games. Managers are also required to travel with their athletes during all transportation, stay in the Village, and support the coaching staff in chaperoning their team.

Responsible Coaching Movement

Sport Manitoba signed the pledge for the Responsible Coaching Movement (RCM). The RCM is a multi-phase, system-wide movement coordinated by the Coaching Association of Canada and the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport that affects all sport organizations and coaches.

Coaches have many responsibilities, and one of them is to ensure they provide a safe environment for their athletes and themselves. When athletes and their parents entrust a coach as a leader, they assume the coach has taken steps to become a responsible coach, including implementing the three steps to Responsible Coaching:

‍Rule of 2

No coach should ever be alone one-on-one with an athlete. If a coach must be one-on-one with an athlete, they must do so in a public place within earshot or within view of another coach or adult.

‍Background Screening

Screening in a Games program includes a criminal record check with vulnerable sector search and a child abuse registry check.

‍Ethics Training

Coaches must complete Respect in Sport (RiS) training. RiS is an online training course for coaches and sport leaders designed to assist in identifying and dealing with abuse, neglect, harassment, and bullying in sport.

Chef de Mission and Assistant Chef de Mission

The Chef de Mission leads their regional contingent of athletes, coaches, and managers, and aids operations during the lead-up to and at the Games. These talented and hard-working folks are the primary link between Sport Manitoba, the 2026 Thompson Host Society, and the participants representing their region. The Assistant Chef de Mission assists the Chef de Mission with the management of the Manitoba Games program in their region. They support the Chef de Mission with the implementation of all tasks to ensure the coaches, team managers, and athletes have success navigating the Games environment at the Manitoba Games.
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Contact Information
If you require any further information or have any questions, please contact your Chef and/or Assistant Chef de Mission or email games@sportmanitoba.ca
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‍North
Felicia Borges / felicia.borges@sportmanitoba.ca
Hayley Jayde / gibsonj.hayley@gmail.com

East
Terry Skarban / tskarban@mymts.net
Olive Johnston / olivejohnstonn@icloud.com

South
Tammy MacDonald / cueball33us@yahoo.com
Franz Tibay / franztibay@outlook.com

West
Scott Kirk / scott_kirk@hotmail.com
Paige Beaudry / paigiegabby@gmail.com

Winnipeg Blue
Gerald Mirecki / gbmirecki@gmail.ca
Jen Horvath / volleyball.hp@sportmanitoba.ca

Winnipeg Gold
Lise Thiessen / lise@bomamanitoba.ca
Darryl Elyk / darrylelyk@gmail.com

Bus Captains

Bus captains are a designated mission staff, coach or manager who is aboard a bus to or from Thompson. They are responsible for reporting concerns, ensuring designated participants board the bus at their pick-up points and for giving travel updates to Sport Manitoba staff.

Pre-Games Checklist

Read this Guide to Games!
Complete your online registration, which includes:
- Agreeing to the Participant Code of Conduct and Waiver
- Fill in your allergy and medical information
- Upload your headshot (forward-facing, no hat or sunglasses)
- Fill in your athlete biography
- Pay your registration fees
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Uniforms

Athletes will receive a competitive uniform provided by their Provincial Sport Organization (PSO). Specific competitive uniform pieces will vary by sport, and there may be an additional cost from the Provincial Sport Organization.

Participants will receive a walkout uniform provided by Sport Manitoba. The walkout uniform will consist of a sweater, mittens, and a toque! These uniforms must be worn at Opening Ceremonies, Closing Ceremonies and Medal Ceremonies. Chefs de Mission will be responsible for the distribution of the walkout uniforms.

Rep Your Region!

You will represent your region at the Games. Come prepared to rep your region by wearing your regional colours when you cheer on your fellow athletes and engage in a true multi-sport Games experience!

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Region - Primary Colour - Secondary Colour

North - Black - Orange

East - Grey - Purple

South - Red - Maroon

West - Dark Green - Light Green

Winnipeg Blue - Light Blue - Dark Blue

Winnipeg Gold - Yellow - Gold

Athletes will stage at an assigned departure location. This location and any team travel information will be communicated through the coach, manager, or Chef de Mission as the Games approach. When you register, you will be able to select your preferred pick-up/drop-off location. You must be able to get to and from the selected pick-up/drop-off locations.

Participants must travel on the charter bus provided by Sport Manitoba to and from the Games unless otherwise authorized. Those wishing to take alternate travel must complete an Alternate Transportation Request form. Requests will be reviewed and confirmed via email.

This travel schedule can be very tiring, so be sure to get plenty of rest prior to departure and use the travel time to prepare mentally and physically for the Games.

TIP! The bus will not stop before arriving in Thompson. We encourage you to bring a NUT-FREE lunch and lots of snacks!

Packing List

Need to Have:

Sport equipment
Competitive uniform
Reusable water bottle
Warm winter jacket
Extra clothes - pack for cold weather!
Toiletries: shower soap, toothpaste, toothbrush
Medications/prescriptions
Sleeping bag, pillow, towel
Personal ID
Copy of Manitoba Health Card (photocopy or photo of card)
Nut-free lunch and lots of snacks for the bus

Nice to Have:

Shower flip-flops
Toiletries: lotion, shampoo, conditioner
Extra money - for merchandise or off-site snacks
Chargers
Entertainment for the bus: books, devices etc.
Battery pack for the bus trip

TIP! Make sure to identify your clothing with your name. Luggage tags will be provided to write your name, region, and sport.

Luggage

Personal Luggage:
- Backpack - This bag should be taken on board the bus and will contain important items such as medications or an epi pen, food for the long bus ride and any entertainment items such as tablets, books, or games.
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- Luggage (duffel bag, roll case) - This bag will be stowed under the bus. Sleeping bags and pillows should be packed inside of or connected to this bag. Participants will not have access to stowed luggage during the drive to and from Thompson.
Sport Equipment:
- Athletes (except Futsal, Gymnastics, and Wrestling) will have one sport equipment bag that will be stowed under the bus.
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- Team sports will be allowed one team equipment bag.

If you are unsure about the equipment you can bring, please check with your coach or Chef de Mission.

Arriving in Thompson

Upon arrival in Thompson, athletes will drop off their equipment, check in at their Games Village, and grab some food. Athletes will also prepare for their practices and the Opening Ceremonies if they are arriving during Phase 1.

Travelling around Thompson

Most of the sport venues are in proximity to the Villages and some are located within the female village. Participants are encouraged to walk in groups with their coach or manager.

Alpine Ski and Cross Country Ski participants will have transportation to and from their venue.

Departure times from the Village to the venues (and vice versa) will be scheduled to allow participants to arrive at the venue with ample time to warm up and get ready for competition. Coaches will communicate these times to their teams.

Travelling Home

Participants will be transported from Thompson to their designated meeting point via Motor Coach bus. During the ride home, the bus captains will provide updates on their travel to Sport Manitoba staff. Participants are to be met by their parents or guardians at the meeting point and taken home.

Participants must travel on the charter bus provided by Sport Manitoba to and from Games unless otherwise authorized. Those wishing to take alternate travel must complete an Alternate Transportation Request form. Requests will be reviewed and confirmed via email.

At the Games

What to expect during the Manitoba Games.

Games Life Ceremonies and Events Follow The Action

Accreditation

Every Games participant will receive an accreditation badge upon arrival at the Games. This badge provides athletes, coaches and managers with access to their accommodation site, the food venue, competition venues, transportation arrangements, as well as ceremonies and special events. It is important that every participant has their Games accreditation with them at all times in order to be able to identify themselves.

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Lost Accreditation?

If an accreditation badge is lost during the Games, please talk to your coach, manager, or Chef de Mission, who will accompany the athlete to the Accreditation Centre to get a new badge.

TIP! Your Games accreditation is your passport into all events, competitions, and venues during the Games! Keep it on you at all times.

Accommodations

All athletes, coaches and managers will be housed in what is referred to as the Athletes Village, with separate accommodations for males and females. Athletes are required to sleep in their respective Village and will stay with other participants from their sport or region at a public school in Thompson. Only those with proper accreditation will have access to the Villages. Access control will be provided by the Host Society 24 hours a day.

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Participants will be sleeping in classrooms. They will need a sleeping bag, pillow, and a towel for showering. Cots will be provided for each participant, and washrooms will be nearby. Please note that no inflatable mattresses are permitted in the Villages. Cots will be disinfected by Host Society volunteers before athlete arrival in both phases.

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Following the Responsible Coaching Movement, coaches and managers will be housed throughout the Villages in separate rooms from the athletes. Coaches and managers will be responsible for the overall supervision and chaperoning of their teams throughout the duration of the Games.

Rules

There is a 10:30 p.m. curfew and 11 p.m. lights-out policy in place for all participants staying at the Village. Exceptions will be made for teams with late competitions.

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No food is permitted in the rooms in the Villages. Food may be eaten in the designated areas.

Food Services

Athletes will have access to prepared, healthy meals in the food venue. Meal times are based on the competition schedule of each team. Athletes will be able to select their own food items at every meal. Grazing will also be available for the participants throughout the day (6 a.m. - 10 p.m.).

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Allergies and Dietary Concerns

If an athlete, coach or manager has allergies or special dietary needs, this information must be captured in their online registration. It is also important that the athlete advises their coach, manager, and Chef de Mission before the Games.

Participants with any allergies or dietary needs will have an extra symbol on their accreditation, helping identify them to volunteers at the food venue. Additionally, athletes with allergies or dietary needs should identify themsevles to the Food Services volunteers at meal times in order to avoid any confusion.

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Water Bottles

Athletes should bring their own reusable water bottles to the Games. There are refill stations throughout the Villages and Sport Venues.

Medical Services

The Medical PolyClinic in R.D. Parker Collegiate (Female Village) will be accessible to athletes and participants of the Games. Only those with Games accreditation will
be allowed at the Medical PolyClinic.

Medical services are available during the Games. Each participant entering the PolyClinic will be triaged and referred to a community service provider if required. When using the PolyClinic, athletes must be accompanied by a coach, manager, Chef de Mission, or Sport Manitoba staff.

Medical Services will include:

On-site medical volunteers at all sport venues during practice and competition times
Various health professionals at the medical PolyClinic
Additional community service providers, available in the event of an emergency

Medications

If you have medications that you require at Games, please remember to bring them with you and be sure to identify your medication in your registration! If you need support administering your medication, storing it, or any other special requirements, please contact your Chef de Mission.

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Stay Healthy!

With up to 2,000 people living, eating, and competing in close quarters at the Games, germs can spread quickly!

It is important that you protect yourself and others from getting sick by washing your hands as often as possible, covering your mouth when coughing or sneezing, and using hand sanitizer.

Ceremonies

Opening Ceremonies

Sunday, March 1, 2026 at C.A. Nesbitt Arena - TRCC from 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

The Opening Ceremonies are a memorable experience to kick off the Manitoba Games powered by Manitoba Hydro. The ceremonies involve local cultural entertainment, lighting of the cauldron, raising of the Manitoba Games flag, speeches, and a parade of athletes.

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Closing Ceremonies

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at C.A. Nesbitt Arena - TRCC from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

The Closing Ceremonies will conclude the Games experience for all participants. We encourage participants to celebrate their time at the Games with new friends and to thank volunteers for their experience.

Athlete Entertainment

During the Games, the Host Society coordinates entertainment in the Villages. These events will give Games athletes a chance to socialize and interact with eachother. Athlete entertainment rooms will include games for the athletes to enjoy while they are not competing.

eNewsletter

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Social Media

Keep up with everything about the Games on Facebook and Instagram.

Sport Schedule

We recommend checking this page often if you’re attending Games as schedules may change.

Click here to view.

Results

Please check back here during the Games to view results.

For Fans & Family

What to expect during the Manitoba Games.

For Fans & Family

All About Thompson

We are excited to have you in Thompson with us to support our athletes! For more information on what to see or do in town, please check the Thompson Airport page or visit the City of Thompson’s website to view local attractions.

We also wrote a blog with 5 Things You Didn't Know About Thompson. Read it here.

Competition Venues

The Host Society is pleased to offer all events free of charge. Click and scroll to a sport to see its venue, schedule, and more!

For more detailed information about venue addresses, parking etc. see these venue fact sheets.

Ceremonies

There are no tickets required for spectators to attend the Opening and Closing Ceremonies. Both ceremonies are indoors with lots of seating available. The Ceremonies will also be live-streamed and more information will be provided as the Games approach.

Merchandise

The Host Society will be selling Games merchandise. The online store is open now through January 15, 2026. Merch will also be available in limited quantities at the Games in Thompson.

Buy your 2026 Manitoba Winter Games Gear!

After the Games

What to expect after Manitoba Games.

After The Games

Sport Manitoba is a non-profit organization, and we partner with over 100 provincial and community organizations to plan and fund amateur sport programs. We also lead our own programs, including Team Manitoba and the Manitoba Games powered by Manitoba Hydro. Revenue generated from our facility and programs, like fitness memberships, court rentals, and summer camps, is reinvested into amateur sport and community programs across the province.

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Scholarships

Every year Sport Manitoba awards scholarships for student-athletes and coaches looking to further their education and development in sport. Scholarships range from $500- $3,000. The annual intake is in early Spring and recipients are selected and announced in June. https://www.sportmanitoba.ca/resources/funding/

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Grants

Sport Manitoba offers a wide range of training and developmental grants to facilitate the growth of athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers at the community level. Whether it’s skill development, professional development, starting a new club, board education, or supporting women in sport, we can help! https://www.sportmanitoba.ca/resources/funding/

Preparing for the Games

Get the information you need to prepare for the Canada Games.

Participant Registration Luggage and Travel

Step 1: Register for Games

All Games participants are required to register for the Games. It is important to complete registration on time and with as much detail as possible. All the details will be outlined in the online registration instructions, which will be shared with coaches/managers.

Registration & Form Deadline

Registration and forms deadline is July 1, 2025. Complete registration and all forms as soon as they are received.

Step 2: Sign and Submit Code of Conduct

All Games participants must sign Team Manitoba’s Code of Conduct and abide by the rules from the moment they depart for Games until they return. If an athlete is under the age of 18, they must sign along with their parent or guardian.

The code of conduct can be signed electronically by following the link below:

Sign Team Manitoba's Code of Conduct Electronically

Step 3: Complete Drug Education Training

The Canada Games Council, along with the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) have created an online drug education program for all participants attending the 2025 Canada Summer Games.The program is mandatory for all athletes, coaches, managers, technical support, and Mission Staff. The course will be shared with coaches and managers prior to Games, then passed along to athletes for completion.

Complete Drug Education Training

Step 4: Media Training

All members of Team Manitoba have a support team to assist with media relations. Coaches and managers may schedule a media training session with their team in advance of Games. Mission Staff and Team Manitoba’s communications lead will be available to assist participants with interview requests. Coaches will have their contact information at the Games.

For tips and training, view the media guide. To book a session, contact sarah.tone@sportmanitoba.ca

View Team Manitoba Media Guide

Clothing Package

All participants receive a walkout uniform: a jacket, one long-sleeve shirt, pants, a t-shirt, a backpack, pins for trading, slides with gibits, socks, and a cowbell. These pieces are not to be worn until the Herd arrives for staging at the airport for departure to the Games. Athletes, coaches, and managers should wear their favourite pieces of the walkout uniforms on the plane!

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Team Manitoba is proud to partner with Zueike as our 2025 Canada Summer Games walkout uniform supplier. The walkout uniform must be worn at the following Games events:

opening and closing ceremony
medal ceremony
any press or media events for Team Manitoba

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Participants can trade walkout uniform pieces with other teams at the end of their Games week.

Week 1: trade when events/Team Toba obligations are over
Week 2: trade at the end of the Closing Ceremonies

Please label all uniform pieces.

Tip: Write the name on a piece of masking tape and stick it on the tag.

Packing List

Each participant attending Games is allowed to bring:

1 piece of checked baggage (up to 50lbs, 27 x 21 x 14 inches)
1 personal item (this is the Team Toba backpack from the walkout uniform)
Personal sport equipment (confirm equipment with coach/manager)

All participants will receive luggage tags for checked personal luggage, sport equipment, and team equipment at the Winnipeg airport. Tags must be securely attached so that luggage is delivered to the appropriate location in St. John’s.

Checklist:

Team Manitoba walkout uniform & pin set
Snacks for the plane
Competitive uniform
Manitoba health card (physical copy or photo)
Driver’s license
Extended Health Plan number
Medications/prescriptions
Spending money*
Extra clothes - pack for the weather!

Don’t forget to bring Manitoba health card (or a photo of the card)

* Spending money is only required to purchase merchandise or to eat somewhere other than the Athletes’ Village.

Flights

Participants (athletes, coaches, and managers) will depart as a team from James Armstrong Richardson International Airport in Winnipeg and fly into St. John’s International Airport. Team Manitoba will then load buses, and travel to their accommodations. Participants are responsible for getting themselves to and from the Winnipeg airport.

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All flights will be on charter planes going directly to each destination with no layovers. Departure times are determined by the Canada Games Council (subject to change) and will be sent to coaches prior to the Games.

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Some participants may not fly on the assigned Team Manitoba flights to and/or from the Games. For example, an athlete may represent a school outside of Manitoba and need to take a flight back to a different province. Or, a coach may want to spend an extra week in Newfoundland and fly home on their own. In these cases, participants must notify their Mission Staff and submit an Alternate Travel form or Flight Deviation Request form.

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At The Games

What to expect during the Canada Games.

Athletes Village High Performance

Participant Accommodations

All athletes and coaches/managers will stay in their home away from home - the Athletes’ Village, located at Memorial University. Games accommodations are security-controlled 24 hours a day. Only those with designated accreditation are allowed in the Athletes’ Village.

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Quiet time begins at 11:00 p.m. and there is a 12:00 a.m. curfew. All athletes, coaches, managers, and technical staff must be in their designated room with lights out at that time. Any Team Manitoba participants violating this curfew (unless due to sport schedule or transport from sport venue) will be subject to disciplinary action.

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Athletes will be assigned to a room, by team and their coaches/managers will be assigned to rooms nearby. Every room will have beds and washroom facilities nearby. The host society will provide athletes with a fitted sheet, bed sheet, blanket, pillow, pillow case, and bath towel. Linens can be exchanged during the week at the residence desk.

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There are card operated laundry services available throughout the different residence buildings. Participants are responsible for paying for their own laundry and detergent (detergent available for purchase at Information Desk). The cost per load for the washer is $2.00 (subject to change) and the dryer is an additional $2.00 (subject to change).

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Athlete Entertainment

Athlete entertainment is primarily drop-in style with the majority of activities unscheduled in order to work around athletes’ schedules.

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Macpherson College Quad (Outdoors)
Macpherson College Quad will be the go-to spot for outdoor activities. This area will feature lawn games such as corn hole, spikeball, crossnet, and giant jenga. There will be lounge zones available with picnic tables, adirondack chairs, and lighting. Music and activities will be set up to enhance the athlete experience.

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Nighttime movies and other activities will also be scheduled in this space each week.
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Arts and Culture Centre (Indoors)
The Arts and Culture Centre will be the primary indoor space for athlete entertainment. A wide range of activities will be offered here including video games and live sport streaming. There will be a designated area for athletes to engage with board games, table games, bracelet making, and puzzles. Yoga will be offered daily in this space and will be supplemented by other mental health focussed activities.

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In addition to the specific outdoor and indoor spaces, there will be activities and relaxation spaces in other areas of the Village including:

Quiet rooms
Computer commons
Nondenominational place of worship
Pin trading

Food Services

Participants will have access to a variety of prepared, healthy meals in the Athletes Village. The menu has been developed in consultation with a sport dietitian and should have options for every dietary need.

Food services are located at the R. Gushue Hall (main dining hall) and the second floor of Hatcher House. Both locations will feature buffet stations offering various entrees and sides per day, grazing items (snacks), cold-serving foods, and soup/salad.

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Hours of operation are:

Breakfast - 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Reduced service - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Lunch - 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Reduced service - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Dinner - 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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Early breakfast and late dinner options are accommodated if necessary due to sport schedules and/or delays. Certain venues will provide feeding on-site, or provide the option to order box lunches due to sport schedules keeping participants away from the dining hall during meal times.

Include allergies/special dietary needs in the online registration.

Talk to Mission Staff if there are dietary concerns.

Transportation

School buses will be used to transport participants to and from competition/training venues as well as for athlete spectator shuttles. There is a dedicated loading zone at the Athletes Village for transportation to venues.

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The participant bus system operates in two ways:

Team sports (e.g. soccer) will have their own dedicated bus.
Individual sports (e.g. golf) will share among all provinces/territories.

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A spectator shuttle will be provided for those participants who wish to watch other competitions as their schedule allows. There is a predetermined shuttle schedule; however, on-demand shuttles and/or accessible shuttles will be available upon requests a minimum of 12 hours in advance.

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Medical Services

If a participant is sick or injured at Games, Team Manitoba’s medical Mission Staff will assist them and take them, and the team’s Mission Staff or coach/manager, to the Polyclinic. The Polyclinic is a facility, staffed by healthcare professionals, that is set up to diagnose and treat a variety of injuries and conditions on site at Games. It is staffed daily from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. with a physician on-call overnight.

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Patients will be triaged and then directed to the following services if required:

Physician primary care assessment and treatment
Athletic therapy
Chiropractic
Physiotherapy
Massage therapy
Prophylactic taping and bracing
Mental health care
Dentistry
Optometry
Mobility aids

Bring all medications and a copy of prescriptions.

If medications require refrigeration, ensure the coach/manager is aware.

Only those with designated Games accreditation are allowed in the Polyclinic. Questions from parents/guardians can be directed to mission staff or coaches and managers.

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Due to a variety of factors such as lack of hygiene or lack of scientific evidence, ice baths will not be available to participants at the Games. For those who use elastic therapeutic tape (aka kinesio tape, k-tape,), they will need to bring their own to Games. All taping must be done at the competition site and can be done by either the venue medical services team (if available) or coaching staff.

Equipment Storage

Depending on the sport, equipment may be stored at the competition venue or the Athletes Village. For venue storage, participants will need to verify their equipment on arrival before it is transported out. For Village storage, each province/territory will be assigned a sea can that is accessible using a lockbox code provided to mission staff.

Athletes Village Storage

Baseball
Canoe/Kayak (paddles)
Cycling
Soccer
Softball

Competition Venue Storage

Athletics
Canoe/Kayak (boats)
Golf
Lacrosse
Sailing

CADP In-Competition Testing

Team Manitoba and the Canada Games Council are compliant with the Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP). Athletes selected to be tested at Games will be required to provide a sample to a Doping Enforcement Officer. They will have the opportunity to have a coach, manager, or mission staff member accompany them throughout the process.

Doping enforcement operates under the principle of “strict liability” meaning participants are 100% responsible for any substances they consume and/or are found in their testing samples. Team Manitoba strongly recommends that prior to Games, athletes determine if medications they are taking are allowed within the constraints of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list. A useful tool to determine whether or not a medication is allowed is the Global Drug Reference Online database.

Peak Performance

Sport Manitoba Performance created six guides to peak performance for Team Manitoba athletes. Each guide has tips, strategies, and recommendations to help them reach their potential at a multi-sport games event. It is critical to prepare for all the distractions, new environments, and busy schedules to be faced leading into and at Games.

Sport Science

At the Canada Games, Team Manitoba mission staff will include strength and conditioning coaches (S&Cs) and mental performance consultants (MPCs) each week. S&Cs can assist with activation/preparation and/or rest and recovery techniques such as foam rolling, mobility exercises, and drills for warm-ups and cooldowns. MPCs can help participants get into the proper mindset ahead of critical moments so they can focus on their performance and be at their best.
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Sessions are available through a booking process in advance, or ad hoc as needed throughout the week.

Fans and Family

What to expect during the Canada Games.

Supporting the Herd Community Events

Tickets and Hotels

Team Manitoba hopes to have a large presence in Newfoundland! Not all venues require tickets, but for those that do they can be purchased through the Host Society’s Games website.

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‍For more information on hotels and the city at-large visit the Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism website dedicated to St. John’s.

Fan Apparel

We are pleased to partner with a local Manitoba clothing company, Zueike to provide friends and family with the opportunity to purchase Team Manitoba clothing. Zueike’s brand is built around community and being ‘one village,’ we feel these values run strong with Team Manitoba’s Herd spirit.

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The online store is open until Friday, July 11.

Visit Team Manitoba Store

The 2025 Games have their own merchandise available. Click here to check out the store. A larger variety of the host’s merchandise will be available at the Games.

View 2025 Canada Games Store

Broadcast / Streaming

The official 2025 Canada Games sport broadcasts will be streamed directly to canadagames.ca/watch. It will be available to view by anyone with an internet connection meaning athletes, coaches, parents, and the general public will be able to view the live and on-demand content. Not every sport is able to be broadcast, but the Host Society will showcase as much of each event as is feasible.

Results

Results will be updated and available online at Games time.

Click here to view results.

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Results timelines:

Live: results posted ASAP

Semi-Live: results are posted after quarters, sets, etc.

Post-Event: results are posted following the event

Ceremonies

The Opening Ceremony will take place at Mary Brown’s Centre in St. John’s at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 9. Similarly, the Closing Ceremony will take place at Mary Brown’s Centre in St. John’s at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 24. Participants will be transported and staged as a group for both ceremonies and will be wearing the designated Team Manitoba walkout uniform.

For both the Opening and Closing Ceremony, Team Manitoba will be led into the athlete parade by their chosen flag bearer(s). The Opening Ceremony flag bearer(s) will be decided ahead of the Games through a nomination and selection process (open to week one athletes only). The Closing Ceremony flag bearer(s) will be selected near the end of week two by the Team Manitoba leadership.

Family Nights

Team Manitoba is hosting a family night each week of the Games for our #1 fans!

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Both weeks, the event will be hosted at the GlenDenning Golf Course located at 120 Gabriel Road, just 15 minutes away from downtown St. John’s. Families are welcome to drop-in anytime where they can grab a quick meal and connect with fellow “Herd” supporters. Appetizers, snacks, and soft drinks are free of charge, but there will also be a bar with alcoholic beverages available at a cost.

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In addition, Team Manitoba will set up a small merchandise table with limited t-shirts and branded cowbells for purchase.

Week 1: Monday, August 11 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Week 2: Wednesday, August 20 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

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Note, this event is held exclusively for families and friends attending the Games; athletes and coaches will not be in attendance.

Games Festivals

ARTA VISTA presented by Celebrate NL is a vibrant celebration of Newfoundland and Labrador’s rich arts and culture, while also honouring the diverse cultures of Canada, including its Indigenous and Francophone heritage.

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From August 10 to 24, the festival will feature a wide variety of free, family-friendly entertainment, experiences, community initiatives, activities, and more taking place across the Avalon.

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Visit the Host's Festival page for more information.

Canada Games House, Presented by Canadian Tire

From August 8 to the 24, Canada Games House, presented by Canadian Tire, will be open at the St. John’s Convention Centre. This private space is designed as a central hub where athletes, and their families and friends, can exclusively gather to celebrate achievements, connect, and relax throughout the Games.

Canada Games House will be open daily and will offer a welcoming and engaging environment with activities for all ages. Newfoundland and Labrador Days will take place each week featuring themed activities that showcase the culture and spirit of the province. Food and beverage options will also be available for purchase.

Manitoba Games FAQs

Got questions? We have answers! If you can’t find the information you’re looking for within this section, check out our Guide to Games for more in-depth information on Team Manitoba in St. John’s.

Where will athletes stay during the Games?

All Team Manitoba athletes, coaches, and managers will stay at Memorial University, which is transformed into the Athletes’ Village. It’s a secure, fun, and welcoming home base with everything you need—from meals and entertainment to medical and transportation services.

How will Team Manitoba travel to the Games?

The entire team will fly from Winnipeg’s James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to St. John’s. Once there, athletes, coaches, managers, and Mission Staff will board buses to the Athletes’ Village.

What transportation is available during the Games?

There’s a dedicated Games transportation system that gets athletes, coaches, and managers to and from venues each day. Depending on the sport, there will be a team bus or access to a shuttle system. All pick-ups happen from the Athletes’ Village.

What food is provided, and can dietary needs be accommodated?

Meals are provided in the Athletes' Village dining hall and offer athletes nutritious, balanced options. If participants have allergies or restrictions, they need to include them in their registration and speak with Mission Staff if they have questions on site.

What’s happening at the Opening and Closing Ceremonies?

These events are an amazing celebration of all the athletes! Team Manitoba will march in wearing the full walkout uniform. Ceremonies are ticketed, so families who want to attend should keep an eye out for updates on how to purchase.

Are there any special events for families?

Yes! Team Manitoba will host Family Night on August 11 and August 20 from 7:30–9:30 p.m. at Glendenning Golf Course. It's a great way for parents and supporters to connect, unwind, and celebrate.

What’s the deal with pin trading and cowbells?

Pin trading is a Games tradition and an awesome way to meet people from other provinces. Team Manitoba participants will receive a pin set to trade. A cowbell will be included in the athlete walkout kit, and fans can purchase one during Family Night. They're a fun (and loud) way for families to show their Herd pride in the stands.

How are medical issues handled?

If an athlete is not feeling well or injured, their coach or Mission Staff will connect them the medical liaison on Team Manitoba’s Mission Staff. They will chaperone the athlete to the Polyclinic, where care is available to athletes around the clock. Any serious concerns will be communicated to the athlete’s parents right away.

What should I do about medications?

Bring all medications and a printed list of prescriptions with you to the Games. If an athlete has a medication that needs refrigeration or special handling, they should let their coach or manager know well before the Games.

How can I watch the Games from home?

Games will be streamed live on canadagames.ca/watch and CBC digital platforms, including CBC Gem and the CBC Sports app. You’ll also find daily highlights and replays.

Where can I buy official Team Manitoba or Games gear?

Team Manitoba partnered with Zueike for branded gear for fans and supporters that can be purchased in advance of the Games, until July 11. Official 2025 Canada Games merchandise is available at shop.2025canadagames.ca and on-site.

What can families do while in St. John’s?

There’s so much to explore—from Signal Hill and Jellybean Row to local cuisine and coastal hikes. Visit Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism for travel tips and attractions.

When do athletes arrive and depart?

- Week 1: Arrive August 8 in St. John’s, return August 16 to Winnipeg
- Week 2: Arrive August 17 in St. John’s, return August 24 to Winnipeg
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Exact flight info will come from your coach or manager closer to the date.

How will we know where and when athletes are competing?

Bookmark this sport schedule. It will be updated throughout the Games. Schedules may change, so check regularly.