OTR PPT service and recreation clubs May

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WITH GLOWING HEARTS an invitation to be a part of the journey

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…after 22 years, the Olympic Flame returns to Red Deer …history repeats itself

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Vancouver Olympic Committee 2010 (VANOC) asked The City of Red Deer to host one of nearly 200 Torch Relay community celebrations. On Day 78 of a 106-day journey across Canada, the Torch will arrive in Red Deer We have about 40 volunteers planning an event to celebrate: the Torch / Olympics / Olympians our vibrant culture our community spirit and pride It’s an opportunity to showcase our community on the national stage be a part of ‘keeping it green’

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Mark your calendars… January 15, 2010 It’s a four-hour event (the Relay and community celebration) Everyone is invited It’s FREE be a part of ‘keeping it green’

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The torch route in Red Deer (~6.5 kilometres): In compliance with VANOC: specifics of the route cannot be disclosed until closer to the event date We expect: the route to be lined with citizens – cheering on the torchbearers students to be involved in various capacities our citizens---young and old---to be involved / attend be a part of ‘keeping it green’

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DAY 78… from Camrose to Red Deer

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The community celebration: We envision an eclectic winter village atmosphere at the Westerner grounds we expect in excess of 10,000 people will attend We plan to make the event as green as possible: ‘car pool’ admittance – more than 3 passengers / vehicle ‘park-n-ride’ minimal waste be a part of ‘keeping it green’

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Event sponsors: RBC and Coca Cola – national sponsors Their local affiliates are on board: Doug McLean, Regional Vice President, RBC Red Deer Chris Kisinger, Red Deer Bottling be a part of ‘keeping it green’

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So far… be a part of ‘keeping it green’ Community stakeholders onboard include: The City of Red Deer Westerner Park Red Deer College Red Deer Public and Catholic School Boards – all Grade 8 students in Red Deer Public have submitted their names to be a torchbearer We continue to seek others!

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To make this a memorable and historic event, we need YOU We need volunteers: about 500 in total - from security to route management and event helpers We need service and recreation clubs to: promote our event amongst your membership---get your members excited create healthy club-to-club competitions / activities promote throughout the countdown and help us keep the momentum encourage them to participate in the event ---line the route ---come to the community celebration be a part of ‘keeping it green’

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Here’s an example of how you can help: Join in the fun and be a part of Canada CODE--- get your club and Red Deer on the ‘map’! VANOC is inviting Canadians to share their photos and words about their country and neighbourhoods through innovative online digital scrapbook called Canada CODE. Visit: www.vancouver2010.com for details be a part of ‘keeping it green’

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MEET THE MASCOTS HAVE FUN WITH THE COUNTDOWN & ‘ADOPT’ A MASCOT FOR YOUR CLUB AVAILABLE AT THE BAY IN RED DEER visit: www.vancouver2010.com

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Inspire your members Inspire your families Inspire yourself …bring the Olympic Torch Relay to life in your club

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“We have a vision of creating an eclectic winter village atmosphere. It’s a free event and everyone is invited.” – Lyn Radford, Olympic Torch Relay Red Deer Task Force Chair