Games History
Concept Formation
The concept of a provincial Seniors Games was presented at a meeting of 30 representatives of seniors’ groups from across British Columbia on November 6. It was unanimously endorsed and a steering committee was formed.
Society Established
On July 10, the BC Seniors Games Society was officially registered. A core grant was received from the Recreation and Sport Branch, with additional organizational funding from Seniors Lottery, New Horizons (Health and Welfare Canada), and corporate sponsors.
First Games Held
The inaugural BC Seniors Games took place in Vernon from June 14–16. There were 650 senior participants competing in 15 sports. The province was divided into 12 zones, each with its own organizing committee managing play-downs, PR, fundraising, and registration.
Affiliation Agreement
On May 17, the BC Seniors Games Society signed an affiliation agreement with the BC Games Society to ensure the continued prosperity, quality, and evolution of the Games and the Society.
Name Change
The Games were renamed the 55+ BC Games. The BC Seniors Games Society continued to act as the main organiser and funding partner.
Organizational Transition
In the fall, the partnership with the BC Games Society ended. The BC Seniors Games Society assumed full responsibility for organizing and managing the 55+ BC Games.
