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Bid to Host Games
In recent years there has been significant change in thedevelopment of the Ontario Games Program. It is therefore a very exciting time to be hosting a set of Games!! The Games offer participants, volunteers and spectators an opportunity to experience the excitement of a major competitive event, while leaving behind an important legacy of community pride and sport tourism development.
Sport Alliance Ontario manages the bid process for the five Ontario Games. Each bid must address the components outlined in the Bid Guidelines and is evaluated against criteria established by SAO.
Please click on the following links for the Bid Guidelines and relevant appendices:
Bid Guidelines 2013 – 2015
Ontario ParaSport Games Appendices
Ontario 55+ Games Appendices
Ontario Summer and Winter Games Appendices
Venue Evaluation Form
| Be a Part of the Ontario Games Program |
Join the team of municipalities that are proud to say – “we’ve hosted the Ontario Games!”
Sport Alliance Ontario is currently seeking bid submissions for the upcoming Games in 2013 - 2015!! We encourage your community to review the Bid Guidelines and realize the benefits of being part of a great program. Communities who have hosted the Ontario Games in the past have experienced a significant economic impact:
| 2010 Ontario Winter Games |
$4.7 Million |
Muskoka Region |
| 2010 Ontario Summer Games |
$6.1 Million |
Sudbury |
| 2010 Ontario 55+ Summer Games |
$1.4 Million |
Oshawa |
| 2011 Ontario 55+ Winter Games |
$1.4 Million |
Haliburton |
Additional benefits to hosting include:
- Legacy of sporting facilities and equipment that can be used by the community members or for future events
- Sport Tourism and Event hosting experience providing opportunity to gain experience for future events
- Volunteer training
- Community Pride
The following Ontario Games are currently available to bid on:
- 2013 Ontario ParaSport Games
- 2014 Ontario ParaSport Games
- 2014 Ontario Winter Games
- 2014 Ontario Summer Games
- 2014 Ontario 55+ Summer Games
- 2015 Ontario 55+ Winter Games
Be a part of the Ontario Games Program – and make a difference!
If you have any questions or are interested in bidding on a future set of Games please do not hesitate to contact Erin Hamilton:
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