Message from the City of Windsor
 As
residents of Windsor, we stand together proudly as your hosts for the
2013 International Children's Games. Windsor is one of the most diverse
communities in Canada, home to 100 different heritages from around the
globe. Your participation at the ICG enriches our diversity of
traditions, as we couldn't be happier that you've chosen to visit.
Three
years ago, we began our ICG journey with only a dream, in a small hotel
in Athens, Greece. Our vision, to welcome the world to Windsor, the
community we know and love, was in its infancy. Fourteen of Windsor's
youth ambassadors joined me to tell the world why our hometown was the
next home for ICG.
From
that fateful day, we've been immersed in the wonder, the amazement, the
camaraderie, and the pride of these games. Windsor has now fielded teams
in three Summer Games and one Winter Games.
Over
the six days of competition, you'll experience the premier sports
facilities that our community has to offer. You'll enjoy the near-urban
wilderness charm of Mic Mac Park, the McHugh Soccer Park next to the
Ganatchio Trail, and, most visibly, the pride of our community, the new
Family Aquatic Complex. We know that you'll enjoy it, and will be the
lasting legacy of these games.
While
you're here, enjoy all that our city and region have to offer. We're one
mile across the Detroit River from our good neighbours in the City of
Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A. We're a single day of travel from half of the
population of the entire continent. We have an incredible assortment of
tourism services and cultural attractions with the city and in its
backyard.
Within
1,200 volunteers support this event who we cannot thank enough for their
service, ICG athletes and out-of-town visitors will get a worry-free
introduction to our community. Thank you!
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Message from the County of Essex
 On
behalf of Essex County Council ad the seven local Essex County
municipalities, I welcome all athletes and coaches, visitors and
volunteers to the 2013 International Children's Games.
Essex County is so very proud to collaborate with the City of Windsor in hosting this year's Games.
Determination
and commitment are the hallmarks of these Games. Be it athletes in
training to deliver their best possible performances, to the local
organizing team planning and coordinating the athletic and entertainment
events, to the volunteers preparing to lend a hand to ensure everything
runs smoothly, all involved are eager to make the 2013 Games the most
successful to date.
The
rich cultural diversity of our region will no doubt make one and all
feel right at home, whether you are visiting for the first time or are a
lifelong resident.
Unparalleled
hospitality is certain to greet you. I know the experience of the Games
is one that will remain with you for years to come.
There
are friendships to be developed, relationships to be forged and memories
to be created as the world comes to Windsor-Essex.
We are
honoured to be your host and look forward to offering an unforgettable
celebration of sport and camaraderie. Best wishes to all athletes,
visitors, and participants.
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Windsor-Essex Ready to Welcome the World!On
behalf of the ICG Windsor-Essex Games Organizing Team, we would like to
wish all of our visitors a safe trip to Windsor-Essex. We look forward
to welcoming you and making memories for years to come. Let the Games
begin!
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 Windsor-Essex Tours and Excursions
If you're visiting Windsor-Essex this summer, our friends at
Tourism Windsor-Essex Pelee Island have put together a great list of
tours and excursions happening during ICG. Click here for list of tours and excursions.
Visitor tours and excursion updates are continuously being updated.
Please make sure to check back to www.icg-windsoressex2013.com for
updates. We look forward to welcoming all of our world visitors to
Windsor and Essex County this summer. Learn more about Windsor and Essex County visiting Tourism Windsor-Essex Pelee Island by clicking here. Watch "One Region. Countless Stories" video!
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ICG Fun FactsExplore fun ICG facts
with our Windsor-Essex ICG 2013 infographic - tons of fun 2013 ICG
facts and figures, including Windsor facts, sports venues, and
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Opening Ceremonies Information (SOLD OUT)
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| Click to view CTV Windsor coverage of ICG Opening Ceremony preparation. |
The 47th
International Children's Games Opening Ceremony is an artistic
multi-faceted spectacle showcasing Windsor-Essex culture and talent and
featuring the Parade of Athletes, live music, dance, aerialists and
specialty performers including local young people in most of its
segments, reflecting the "In Sport We Are One" legacy.
The entire event will also be broadcast LIVE on TVCOGECO
starting at 7pm on Thursday August 15th. Repeat broadcasts will also be
available during the following schedule: Friday August 16 at 1pm,
Friday August 16 at 8pm, Saturday August 17 at 10am, Saturday August 17
at 7pm, and Monday August 19 at 7pm.
Want to sign along to the official ICG Theme Song? Learn the lyrics and listen here.
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| The
Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex County (The MCC) presented
by WFCU are proud to host the Passport to the World, August 16, 2013 -
6pm - 11pm at the Riverfront Festival Plaza. |
Passport to the World Presented by WFCU
The Multicultural
Council of Windsor and Essex County (The MCC) presented by WFCU are
proud to host the Passport to the World, August 16, 2013 - 6pm - 11pm at
the Riverfront Festival Plaza to allow the community to welcome over
1,600 athletes from all over the world.
The MCC is hosting the
athletes, their delegates and guests at this cultural festival located
at Riverfront Festival Plaza and the community is welcome to this free
event to meet the athletes and share food and cultural performances.
Along with a variety of
cultural food vendors available such as Mexican, Filipino, Croatian,
Greek and Japanese the TO2015 Pan Am Games and The Sandbox Project will
be participating in this exciting event. There is no admission to this
event and it is open to the public. Cultural food tastings will be
available for a low cost. Join us and meet the athletes, enjoy a tasting
of diverse cultural foods and entertainment that celebrates the
diversity of Windsor and Essex County.
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| The Diplomats perform in Walkerville |
The Diplomats to Perform During Parade of Athletes/Closing Ceremonies
The Diplomats Drum & Bugle Corps was founded in April 2012. Currently
the corps has 50 members aged 8 to 20. The Diplomats' five-year goal is
to reach a membership of 150 young musicians and to represent Windsor
Essex in the very prestigious Drum Corps International Championships.
The
Diplomats Drum & Bugle Corps is truly music in motion, and an
example of elegance, power and precision. Since their founding only a
year ago, they have had the honour of performing at more than 70
prestigious events. Half of these appearances were performed at no
charge in order to help organizations reach their own goals of helping
others. Read more.
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 Friends and Boaters of Lakeview Park Marina Invited to Participate in ICG Parade of Boats
You are invited to
participate in the Closing Ceremonies of the 2013 International
Children's Games!! The Games committee is looking for boats decorated in
a Canadian theme to participate in a "Bon Voyage Party" for athletes
and delegates in a parade past the Riverfront Festival Plaza. Boaters
with their decorated boats are asked to congregate on the water side of
the Riverfront Festival Plaza, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm on Sunday, August
18th, 2013.
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| The
medals for the upcoming children's games are unveiled at city hall in
Windsor on Friday, August 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star) |
ICG Windsor-Essex Medals Unveiled
The
medals for the upcoming children's games were unveiled by Mayor Eddie
Francis at City Hall in Windsor on Friday, August 9, 2013.
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Swimmers Feel Need for Speed at Windsor's "Awesome" New Pool
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| Matthew
Laschuk from the Windsor Essex Swim Team competes in the first swim
meet at the Family Aquatic Complex (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star) |
(Source: The Windsor
Star) No sooner had her slim, torpedo-shaped body hit the water for the
first time inside Windsor's new Family Aquatic Complex than competitive
swimmer Leili Tilvaldyeva knew she was lapping toward a personal best.
"It's a fast pool ... the water just carries you through," said the
16-year-old competitor with the Windsor Essex Swim Team. "There will be
records here," said Tilvaldyeva.
There appeared little
doubt of the record-breaking potential among the athletes granted first
access Thursday to the natatorium, the competitive portion of the city's
new $78-million aquatic facility. Two local swim clubs held an
inaugural meet to test the waters ahead of the International Children's
Games in two weeks. Read more.
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 Sporting Event Schedule and Map
All ICG Sporting Events are FREE to the Public
We are literally
only days away from hosting the 2013 International Children's Games.
Thousands of athletes, coaches, officials and spectators will descend
upon Windsor-Essex from August 14 to 19. Tentative schedules are now in
place for all eight sporting events. Please take some time to plot out
the events, sports and ceremonies that most interest you by visiting www.icg-windsoressex2013.com today.
There are
schedules, venue locations, a growing list of local player profiles and
all the other information you need to know to take part.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see an Olympic recognized competition
right here in Windsor-Essex. Please be sure to come out and support the
athletes and show our visitors how welcoming WE can be.
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Coach Spotlight: Team Windsor Essex Gymnastics
In anticipation of the Games, the ICG Organization Committee will be
featuring Team Windsor-Essex coaches. Each month we will be featuring a
new set of coaches, so make sure to keep an eye out!
Gymnastic Coach: Diane Deslippe
Graduated from
Seneca Coaching School and is a certified NCCP Level 3 coach with a
partial Level 4 which she is pursuing to complete. She has produced
National level athletes for the past 15 years who have won numerous
medals and University scholarships. Diane has over 50 years experience
coaching with her husband Tom.
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Coach Spotlight: Team Windsor Essex Girls Basketball
In anticipation of the
Games, the ICG Organization Committee will be featuring Team
Windsor-Essex coaches. Each month we will be featuring a new set of
coaches, so make sure to keep an eye out!
 Girls Basketball Coach: Kendyl Rizea
Hometown: Windsor, ON
Experiences: Vincent Massey Secondary School Sr. Girls Basketball- Assistant Coach 2012, South Windsor Warriors Girls Basketball- Assistant Coach 2010, Les Aigles Girls Basketball-Assistant Coach 2009, Windsor Valiants Girls Basketball- Assistant Coach- Summer 2007-2009, and Glenwood Elementary Girls Basketball- Assistant Coach 2006-2007.
Certification: Iowa Coaching Endorsement- Graceland University 2012
Accomplishments: St Clair College Womens Varsity Basketball Team 2012-2013,
2012-2013 OCAA 1st Team All Star, 2012-2013 CCAAAcademic All Canadian, 2012-2013 St Clair College Women's Basketball Team MVP, 2012-2013 St Clair College Female Athlete of the Year,
and Graceland University Women's Varsity Basketball Team 2007-2011.
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| Click image above to view ICG Special Feature on windsorstar.com |
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Have
a Question? Getting connected to ICG is as easy as calling 311 or
e-mailing 311@city.windsor.on.ca. Not from Windsor? Callers from Essex
County can call 519-255-CITY (2489). Long-distance callers can call
1-877-RING-311 (746-4311). TTY: 1-866-488-9311.
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ICG Windsor-Essex Games Organizing Team (GOT)
The Windsor-Essex ICG Games Organizing Team poses after a great meeting with ICG officials on July 11th, 2013.
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Team Windsor Essex Swimming Celebrity Servers at Boston Pizza
Team
Windsor Essex Swimming attend Boston Pizza's on Celebrity Server night
on July 31st. All proceeds benefited Team Windsor Essex Swimming.
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Sport Visits Family Aquatic Centre
Sport poses with the Family Aquatic Centre's Manager, Don Sadler during test run of the new facility held on August 1st.
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Two Thumbs Up for Family Aquatic Centre
ICG
Sport Mascot is nothing but smiles at the new Family Aquatic Centre
during the test run of the new facility held on August 1st.
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Sneak Peek at Team Windsor-Essex Girls Soccer Uniforms
Official Windsor-Essex ICG soccer uniforms modelled by Sarina Pasciuta and Brianna Laitinen.
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Sport Hangs Out with Arms
ICG mascot 'Sport' joined CTV Windsor's Arms Bumanlag at the Aquatic Centre Friday, August 9th for his weekend forecast.
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2013 ICG Team from Sparta and Patras, Greece
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2013 ICG Team from Lake Macquarie, Australia
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2013 ICG Team from Lahore, Pakistan
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2013 ICG Team from Kecskemet, Hungary
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2013 ICG Gymnastics from Team Marion, USA
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2013 ICG Soccer from Team Bangalore, India
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2013 ICG Team from Halifax, Canada
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2013 ICG Team from Florence, USA
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2013 ICG Team from Szombathely, Hungary
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