Support for the Tour de Beauce
Beauce holds a special place in the international cycling series
(firmenpresse) - SAINT-GEORGES, QUEBEC -- (Marketwired) -- 06/10/15 -- Department of Canadian Heritage
The Government of Canada, through Sport Canada''s Hosting Program, is providing $50,000 dollars to Cycling Canada for the 30th edition of the Tour de Beauce. This international competition, which is being held from June 10 to 14, 2015, is attracting 135 elite and up-and-coming athletes from 20 countries, including 65 Canadian representatives.
The Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism, and Agriculture) and Member of Parliament (Beauce), made this announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport), at the launch of the first stage of the Tour de Beauce.
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"Each year, the Tour de Beauce attracts cyclists from all over the world. During the Year of Sport in Canada, we will be able to see our Canadian athletes face off against international competition here at home. No doubt their strength, endurance and determination will inspire the Canadians of all ages and from all walks of life who have come to cheer them on."
-The Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport)
"Thanks to Cycling Canada, the organizers and the many volunteers, we have been able to host this important race for the past 30 years. The Tour de Beauce is a must on the calendar of our local cyclists and of those from around the world. It is a great opportunity to showcase our region on the international stage and encourage our Canadian athletes. Good luck to all!"
-The Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism, and Agriculture) and Member of Parliament (Beauce)
"The Tour de Beauce has given rise to some extraordinary races in Canada for the best cyclists from this country and beyond. Thanks to its unique stages and its challenging course, the Tour requires a team approach in order to achieve desired performances. The ongoing support of the Government of Canada for this important competition is much appreciated. On behalf of Cycling Canada, good luck to all the competitors and members of the support staff. I hope you enjoy your time in Beauce. Thank you to the organizers and members of the community who make this major race possible and give our cyclists the opportunity to take part in a world-class competition on Canadian soil."
-Greg Mathieu, Chief Executive Officer and Secretary General, Cycling Canada Cyclisme
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Minister of State (Sport)
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Datum: 10.06.2015 - 07:00 Uhr
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