Free skating and swimming as part of the 2025 Year of Sport in NL

    Wednesday, 11 December 2024 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Premier Andrew Furey says “The Year of Sport”  will celebrate sport and athletes in this province and will consist of marquee events, including the Games.

    2025 will be known as the “year of Sport in NL.” Throughout the year, there will be spotlights on community sport, volunteerism, women and inclusivity in sport, seniors in sport and athletes and builders.  Premier Andrew Furey says “The Year of Sport”  will celebrate sport and athletes in this province and will consist of marquee events, including the Games. He says the public will have access to free skates and swims, as well as access to multi-purpose facilities throughout the province.To date, the provincial government has invested approximately $50 million into the 2025 Canada Games.

     

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