Vancouver's chances of hosting the 2010 Olympics may be about to get a big
boost. Swiss officials appear poised to pull out of the race, citing money
woes.
The Swiss capital of Berne was chosen last month along with
Vancouver-Whistler, Austria's Salzburg, and South Korea's Pyeong Chang as the
finalists to host the Games.
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The Winter Games celebrate peace and fair
play - the best of humanity - through sport competition, artistic
expression and cultural exchange.
Hosting the Games in Vancouver
will serve as a rallying point for Canada's community pride and national
spirit. The Games will ignite our passion for winter sports at all levels,
from community ice rinks to the ski slopes.
The Games in Vancouver
and Whistler will not only leave their legacy in our hearts and minds -
they will be a catalyst for positive, sustainable change.
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Economy A winning 2010
Bid combined with an expanded convention centre in Vancouver could
generate up to $10 billion in direct economic activity, and create about
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Housing The development
of athletes' accommodations in Vancouver and Whistler will result in
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Transportation The
Bid Corporation's transportation plan will meet the needs of travelers
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Tourism The Games will
increase the volume of tourism to British Columbia on a long-term basis,
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Sport
Development
The LegaciesNow program is our commitment to a
lasting legacy of sport development for all British Columbians.
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Why is it possible for Vancouver to succeed?
- Canada is a safe and stable nation.
- Canada has an excellent record for hosting world-class, major events such
as Expo '86 in Vancouver and the 2001 Vancouver World Figure Skating
Championships.
- Vancouver and Whistler have respectively and repeatedly been recognized as
one of the world's most liveable cities and one of North America's top ski
destinations.
- Canada is a world leader in advancing the interests of athletes with a
disability.
