The 2014 FIL Viessmann Luge World Cup Receives Hosting Support
Bobsleigh Luge Skeleton Canada receives Government of Canada funding to host Luge World Cup in Calgary
(firmenpresse) - CALGARY, ALBERTA -- (Marketwired) -- 12/13/14 -- Department of Canadian Heritage
On behalf of the Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport), Rob Anders, Member of Parliament (Calgary West), today announced that the Government of Canada will provide the Canadian Luge Association with funding to host the 2014 FIL Viessmann Luge World Cup in Calgary from December 9 to 13, 2014. Quick Facts
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"We are proud to provide support to the Canadian Luge Association for the hosting of the 2014 FIL Viessmann Luge World Cup," said Minister of State (Sport) Gosal. "I want to wish the best to all athletes and, in particular, to the Canadian team members as they continue their pursuit of excellence here at home in Canada."
-The Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport)
"Hosting international sport events like the 2014 FIL Viessmann Luge World Cup provides our athletes with an opportunity to compete against the world''s best on home soil. Hosting World Cup competitions provides an outstanding window to promote Canada and our athletes, while providing a helping hand to the local economy."
-Rob Anders, Member of Parliament (Calgary West)
"The Government of Canada leads the way in driving podium performances through its support of medal-potential athletes and also by helping national sport organizations host international events on Canadian snow and ice. Having the ability to host a World Cup at home not only provides a competitive advantage for our elite athletes, but also offers additional international race experience for the nation''s next generation of Olympians. We simply could not achieve these goals without the Government of Canada''s support."
- Tim Farstad, Executive Director, Canadian Luge Association
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Datum: 13.12.2014 - 10:00 Uhr
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