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Gatineau 2014 Logo a Go!

Gatineau, January 11, 2013 – The Organizing Committee for the Jeux de la francophonie canadienne Gatineau 2014 (JFC) today unveiled the logo for this national event, which will bring together 1,000 Francophones between 13 and 18 years of age, from every Canadian province and territory, for five days of competition between July 23 and 27, 2014. Participants will get to connect while testing their talents in three different areas: the arts, sports and leadership.

“This visual signature is a clear reflection of Gatineau’s imprint on this sweeping celebration of Canada’s Francophone youth. Not only will it generate close to $4 million for our economy, but the JFC will also strengthen the city’s reputation and position as a key player when it comes to staging major events. I invite all Gatineau residents, particularly its youth, to get involved in this terrific adventure,” indicated Gatineau Mayor Marc Bureau at the logo’s unveiling.

The organizing committee’s chair, Benoît Pelletier, spoke proudly about the team’s achievements over the last few months. “Since August, the organizing committee and the permanent team, under the direction of Yves Lahaie, have made great strides in terms of setting up the administrative structure for the JFC, and filling the senior positions in the organization. Today, as we unveil our logo, we can readily say that the race towards 2014 is well underway. Anyone wishing to join this grand Francophone celebration is welcome to join as a volunteer or partner. We look forward to hearing from you!”

WHAT THE LOGO REPRESENTS

Designed by Kaboom Communication, the initial inspiration for the logo came from graffiti. This dynamic and artistic medium accentuates the event’s focus on youth, and links it to Gatineau, known across Canada for supporting and promoting this art form. The logo consists of a ribbon folded into three continuous loops, designating the three areas of the JFC (arts, leadership and sports), as well as the interconnection generated by their interaction (cooperation). It is graffiti, a festive ribbon and a symbol of gathering and collaboration all wrapped up in one.

This symbol, enhanced by the “2014 Gatineau” wording, conveys the idea of gathering, closeness, tighter links and community. The festive tone set by the logo’s style is emphasized by its sloping presentation, which lends the sense of movement. The colour combination was inspired by the JFC torch, and provides a direct visual link with the JFC’s overall identity.

Organizing the Jeux de la francophonie canadienne Gatineau 2014 will require 750 volunteers, coordinated by a permanent team of some 20 employees. The projected budget for the event is estimated at $2 million, one-third of which will have to come from the community, and the JFC’s economic impact on the region is estimated at $4 million.

The Jeux de la francophonie canadienne is an initiative by the Fédération de la jeunesse canadienne-française (FJCF), and is financed in part by the federal Department of Canadian Heritage.

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Internationally renowned recording artists will perform at the Greater Sudbury 2011 Canadian Francophone Games

 

Greater Sudbury – Organizers of the Greater Sudbury 2011 Canadian Francophone Games have unveiled the arts and culture programming surrounding the national competitions our city will host from July 20th to 24th. At a press conference held today in the foyer at Tom Davies Square, organizers proudly announced that internationally renowned artists will be performing at the new Grace Hartman Amphitheatre. Isabelle Boulay, Zachary Richard and Karkwa are among the performers presented by the CFG in evening concerts where all are welcome to attend.

“We want the Games’ participants to have a rich cultural experience during their entire stay in Sudbury”, said Paul Lefebvre, president of the Canadian Francophone Games. “We also want the entire community to take part in the Games experience and attract tourists as well. We can certainly fulfill these goals with the impressive programming we have lined up.”

Wednesday, July 20th, 8 p.m. – Opening Ceremonies

To kick off the fifth edition of the Canadian Francophone Games, Sudbury’s Productions Roches brûlées is preparing a stage extravaganza full of poetic images and exciting choreographies. Comedy will most definitely be in the mix. Adults: $14 or $20 - Students: $10 or $14 - Children: $7 or $10

Thursday, July 21st, 8 p.m. – Karkwa, Konflit, Geneviève Toupin

WHERE WORLDS MEET– An evening with three top-notch shows representing Quebec, Manitoba and Ontario. Three distinct soundscapes, three innovative musical offerings, one great cross- country musical adventure. Adults: $35 - Students: $25 - Children: $17

Friday, July 22nd, 8 p.m. – Zachary Richard, Isabelle Boulay, Andréa Lindsay

THREE FRENCH KISSES – See two of the biggest international names in Franco rock and a rising star who is well on her way to reaching their heights, sharing a Sudbury stage and an evening where the French language shimmers with the accents of Louisiana, Quebec and Southern Ontario. Adults: $45 or $65 - Students: $32 or $46 - Children: $22 or $32

Saturday, July 23rd, 8 p.m. – Arts Gala

The Arts Gala showcases young artists in four disciplines: music, improv, visual arts and circus arts. After three days of workshops with major Canadian artists, participants from the Games’ artistic competitions will present a show filled with bravado and energy. Adults: $14 or $20 - Students: $10 or $14 - Children: $7 or $10

Sunday, July 24th, 2 p.m. – Closing Ceremonies

Come and celebrate the final moments of one our city’s most memorable events in a summer Sunday afternoon stage show prepared by Sudbury’s Productions Roches brûlées, promising nothing less than a cornucopia of sensory delights! Adults: $14 or $20 - Students: $10 or $14 - Children: $7 or $10

Partners Village, Laurentian University – July 21st to 24th

A gathering place for the Sudburians and tourists from across Canada. In an open pavilion concept, come and discover the many cultural, recreation and tourism opportunities that await in Francophone communities across Canada. The village will be alive with music, street performers, visual artists and much more.

Free admission

Night Shift, Galerie du Nouvel-Ontario – July 21st, 22nd et 23rd, from 6 p.m to 6 a.m.

36 hours of artistic prospecting inspired by our city’s miners. At the Galerie du Nouvel-Ontario on Elgin Street, see three visual artists with Team Canada at the International Francophone Games in Beirut, Lebanon in December 2009. Like our miners who extract riches from our Northern city’s bedrock, Sarah Beck, Benjamin Rodger and Geneviève Thauvette will toil through the night in search of images, forms and lines in which riches of the human spirit are to be found.

Free admission all night.

Grande histoire d’amour – Official song of the 2011 CFG

The musical signature song for this edition of the Games is Grande histoire d’amour (Great Love Story), an anthem to honour all who strive for excellence and take pride in their identity. Sudbury’s own Yves Doyon was an obvious choice as the writer and composer of this theme song for the Greater Sudbury 2011 Canadian Francophone Games. Yves also worked with Shawn Sasyniuk and the other musicians of En bref during the recording of the song.

The Canadian Francophone Games are among the largest gatherings of Canada’s French speaking youth. In addition to encouraging hundreds of young people to develop their talents in one of three sectors (arts, leadership and sports), the Games showcase cultural pride, self-confidence and leadership abilities in a friendly competitive setting. The Canadian Francophone Games are an initiative of la Fédération de la jeunesse canadienne-française (FJCF), with the generous participation of the Government of Canada.

Le Théâtre du Nouvel-Ontario – Official Box Office for the Canadian Francophone Games

Tickets for all these events are available now at the TNO ticket office. Package deals offer combinations of events at reduced prices. Call 705-525-5606 or go online at www.leTNO.ca.

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Information and interview requests: Mélanie Doyon Associate Director of Communications Canadian Francophone Games

705 222-2011 ext. 200

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Get ready, get set, DANCE! ACT!

General auditions for the Greater Sudbury 2011 Canadian francophone Games’ opening ceremony!

Greater Sudbury - Burnt Rock Productions (BRP) have joined the Greater Sudbury 2011 Canadian Francophone Games’ team! BRP promise a lively and colourful celebration created with local youth artists!

“The Games represent an exceptional and unique moment to highlight Greater Sudbury’s young talent but also the amazing opportunity to created bridges between francophone communities across the nation. We are proud to be associated to this outstanding project”, says Mélissa Rockburn, co-director of BRP.

Burnt Rock Productions will be responsible for the artistic direction of the Games’ opening and closing ceremonies. In order to ensure an enriching and collaborative experience with the sudburian community, the Games and BRP are pleased to announce that they will be hosting open auditions for the region’s young dancers and actors.

Saturday May 21st from 1 pm to 4 pm Room T216 at Thornloe University 935 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury

We are looking for young actors and dancers ages 13 to 21 years to participate in the Games opening and closing ceremonies. Participants will be asked to prepare a 2 minute piece of their choice, highlighting their talent and creativity. Furthermore, auditioning dancers will be learning a brief choreography under the supervision of Lauren Pero from Elle Q dance Factory.

Interested parties must confirm their participation before May 17th at 5 pm by email at Cette adresse e-mail est protégée contre les robots des spammeurs, vous devez activer Javascript pour la voir. or by calling 705-507-4985.

The Canadian Francophone Games are among the largest gatherings of Canada’s French speaking youth. In addition to encouraging hundreds of young people to develop their talents in one of three sectors (arts, leadership and sports), the Games showcase cultural pride, self-confidence and leadership abilities in a friendly competitive setting. The Canadian Francophone Games are an initiative of la Fédération de la jeunesse canadienne-française (FJCF), with the generous participation of the Government of Canada.

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The Great Urban Canoe Adventure

 

 

Discover Sudbury by canoe! The Great Urban Canoe Adventure

Sudbury – In July 2011, paddlers will be drawn to the City of Greater Sudbury for a unique event. The launch of the first ever Great Urban Canoe Adventure took place today at Laurentian University’s Jeno-Tehanyi Olympic Gold Pool.

The Great Urban Canoe Adventure – Saturday, July 23, 2011 Greater Sudbury will play host to the first ever “Great Urban Canoe Adventure”. This 12 km adventure race will take its participants from Bell Park to the Track at Laurentian University over a course that includes 5lakes (Ramsey, Bethel, Ramsey – South Bay, Laurentian, Bennett, Nepahwin) and 6 exciting portages. An outdoor adventure in the heart of Downtown Sudbury!

The Great Urban Canoe Adventure was created by the Canadian Francophone Games Organizing Committee, which will host a national youth competition with teams from all 13 provinces and territories this July. In addition, paddlers of all ages, levels and backgrounds are invited to partake in this unique sporting event. The community portion of the event is open to individuals 13 years of age and older. Individuals and teams could register in the singles, doubles or family categories.

Paul Lefebvre, Chair of Les Jeux de la francophonie du Grand Sudbury, is very proud to launch this event : « We wanted to create a memorable event which will make this year’s Games unique while highlighting the incredible beauty of the region. We also wanted the Games to leave a legacy behind. The Great Urban Canoe Adventure can easily become an annual event. »

Jean-Français Carrey, young adventure seaker, was the natural choice as spokesperson for the Great Urban Canoe Adventure. He specializes in arctic whitewater canoeing and seakayaking. He was a guide for the popular TV show Destination Nor’Ouest 1 and 2 for TVA and TFO. « In my teens, my canoe expeditions where amazing learning experiences and made me push my limits. The Great Urban Canoe Adventure will be a unique experience for the young participants of the Games’ as well as for all who register to the community portion of the Adventure. Also, while they paddle, they will be discovering a rich Canadian region. »

Sudbury was not only the obvious choice for this great event due to it’s natural geographical qualities, but also for having proven over the last few decades that it is a world leader in environmental reclamation through its various tree planting initiatives. This city surrounded by nature creates the perfect landscape for a great adventure that takes you from city to sublime scenery in just a few strokes!

For more details and to register, please visit the new website for the Great Urban Canoe Adventure:www.sudburybycanoe.ca

Win a one of a kind canoe and a 2 night stay on Manitoulin Island!

A beautiful canoe decorated with the Canadian Francophone Games’ colors was created for the first edition of the Great Urban Canoe Adventure. You can win this gorgeous 15 foot Novacraft canoë AND a 2 night stay for two at Auberge Inn, located at Providence Bay on Manitoulin Island. The total value of the prize is $2,550. Tickets are only $5 or 5 tickets for $20 and are available at the Canadian Francophone Games office. The draw will be held on Wednesday, June 29, 2011.

Bling my canoe!

Youth Between 13 and 18 years of age from accross the country who are members of their provicial francophone association can participate in the Great Urban Canoe Adventure in their own way. They can imagine what their perfect canoe would look like and submit their design. The winner will see his or her own design become a reality on a custom made Novacraft canoe. The canoe will then be given to the winner’s school. For more details, visit  www.jeuxfc.ca.

For further information: Mélanie Doyon Associate Director of Communications Canadian Francophone Games 705 222-2011, ext. 200  Cette adresse e-mail est protégée contre les robots des spammeurs, vous devez activer Javascript pour la voir.

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Jean-François Carrey, Great Canadian Adventurer, Honorary Co-Chair of the 2011 Canadian Francophone Games

 

Jean-François Carrey, Great Canadian Adventurer, Honorary Co-Chair of the 2011 Canadian Francophone Games

Sudbury – The 2011 Canadian Francophone Games are proud to announce that the great Franco- Ontarian adventurer Jean-François Carry will be one the honorary co-chairs for this national event which will take place in Greater Sudbury from July 20 to 24.

Jean-François Carrey will talk about his role as co-chair and his many exciting expeditions during a special evening presented by the Centre de santé communautaire du Grand Sudbury in collaboration with the Canadian Francophone Games. The general public is invited to attend the presentation on Wednesday, March 9 at 7 p.m. at Laurentian University’s Alphonse-Raymond Auditorium.

The Canadian Francophone Games will have three honorary co-chairpersons to represent each of the three components of the Games: sports, arts and leadership. Mr. Carrey, who is a passionate adventurer, will represent the leadership component. Paul Lefebvre, Board Chair, is very pleased to welcome J.F. Carrey to Sudbury and to announce his important role before and during the Games: ”J.F. Carrey is a great role model for Canadian youth. He lives life to its fullest. He believes that the journey is as important as the destination. He will certainly inspire the Games’ participants.”

J.F. Carrey is very proud to be one of the Games’ honorary co-chairs. “I am deeply touched that I have been asked to be a spokesperson for the Canadian Francophone Games. This event will be an important source of motivation for people participating and attending the Games. They will be able to learn from this unique experience to face the challenges and new adventures that await them.”

Jean-François Carrey has been invited to Sudbury by the Centre de santé communautaire du Grand Sudbury to speak to high-school students from the Conseil scolaire public du Grand Nord de l’Ontario and the Conseil scolaire catholique du Nouvel-Ontario from March 7 to 10.

In 2006, Jean-François Carrey became the youngest Canadian to have climbed to the top of the world on Mount Everest at 24 years old. With over 12 years of guiding experience, Carrey has guided expeditions in the most remote, cold, extreme and beautiful places on earth. He is Canada’s foremost wilderness guide for the arctic and sub-arctic regions. A trusted guide for trekking and mountaineering in the Himalayas, the Andes and Mexico’s volcanos, he also specializes in arctic whitewater canoeing, sea kayaking, trekking, marine safety/logistics and television production. He guided for the popular TV show Destination Nor’Ouest 1 and 2 for TVA and TFO. Carrey also uses his experiences to guide people, leaders and youth in thinking like an adventurer. He inspires them to embrace change.

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For further information:

Mélanie Doyon Associate Director of Communications 2011 Canadian Francophone Games 705 222-2011, ext. 200 705 923-0633 (cell.)  Cette adresse e-mail est protégée contre les robots des spammeurs, vous devez activer Javascript pour la voir.

Lyse Lamothe Community Development Coordinnator Centre de santé communautaire du Grand Sudbury 705 670-2166  Cette adresse e-mail est protégée contre les robots des spammeurs, vous devez activer Javascript pour la voir.

Greater Sudbury 2011 Canadian Francophone Games put down new roots

Greater Sudbury – The Greater Sudbury 2011 Canadian Francophone Games officially launched its promotional video Moi mes racines (I Have Roots) at Collège Boréal’s Jean-Watters Amphitheatre today. The organizing committee also unveiled a new activity guide for high school students, reported progress in its volunteer recruitment campaign and highlighted important upcoming dates.

Northern Ontario images celebrate Canada’s roots

A new promotional video written, designed and filmed by Games’ interns and volunteers features different voices and faces of Canada’s Francophone youth of today on a background of beautiful Northern Ontario landscapes. The narration, written by Félix Hallée-Théoret, refers to the history, geography and values in which our country’s identity is rooted.  Mathieu Grainger, the Games’ Executive Director, is particularly proud of this initiative. “The video captures the essence of one of the Games’ fundamental concepts: they are for and by youth. Participants as well as community members will recognize themselves in this video. We are all unique, but we are united by shared roots that stretch from sea to sea.”

The video can been seen on the Games’ web site (www.jeuxfc.ca) or Facebook page (see Jeux de la francophonie canadienne du Grand Sudbury).

School activity guide says “Do the wave”!

The Canadian Francophone Games are meant to be a powerful inspiration for all Francophone youth across the country. In this spirit, a fun-filled activity guide was created to raise awareness about the Games and their different disciplines among high school students. Students and schools across the country are invited to become the Games’ ambassadors by organizing some of the guide’s suggested activities. This French-language guide entitled “Faites la vague JFC” is available on the Games website (www.jeuxfc.ca).

Get Involved! campaign shows progress

To date, about one quarter of the 500 volunteers needed to host these national Games in Greater Sudbury have been recruited. The Games are still looking for persons who are willing to generously contribute their time to ensure the success of this important event.

“Many people have already registered as volunteers. We really sense the community’s enthusiasm and desire to be part of this historic event”, said Gabrielle Champagne, Volunteer Coordinator. “We need many devoted individuals to sign up, but we are also looking for organizations and businesses that are willing to lend their employees for volunteer activities. What better way to boost your organization’s team spirit than by getting involved in a high-profile, national event like these Games?”

To register as a volunteer or to confirm your organization’s or business’ participation, please contact Gabrielle Champagne (705 222-2011, ext 206 or  Cette adresse e-mail est protégée contre les robots des spammeurs, vous devez activer Javascript pour la voir. ). The Games’ “Get Involved” recruitment and awareness campaign continues to go forward in close collaboration with Volunteer Sudbury.

Important dates to remember – July 20^th to 24^th, 2011

Greater Sudburians will have many great reasons to celebrate during the Games. The event will also attract many tourists to Sudbury for five days of competitions and festivities. From July 20^t to 24^th, the Canadian Francophone Games will be the place to be to experience unforgettable moment of sporting, artistic and cultural achievement.

Opening Ceremony – Wednesday, July 20

Competitions, Contests and Training – July 20 to 24

Franco-Concert – Thursday, July 21

Community Concert – Friday, July 22

EcoParade and Arts Gala – Saturday, July 23

Closing Ceremony – Sunday, July 24

The Canadian Francophone Games are among the largest gatherings of Canada’s French speaking youth. In addition to encouraging hundreds of young people to develop their talents in one of three sectors (arts, leadership and sports), the Games showcase cultural pride, self-confidence and leadership abilities in a friendly competitive setting. The Canadian Francophone Games are an initiative of la Fédération de la jeunesse canadienne-française (FJCF), with the generous participation of the Government of Canada.

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For further information:

Mélanie Doyon

Associate Director of Communications

705 222-2011, ext. 200

Cette adresse e-mail est protégée contre les robots des spammeurs, vous devez activer Javascript pour la voir.