Para-athletics
First day of Biathlon World Championships saw two Canadian gold medalists
PRINCE GEORGE- It was a beautiful opening day for races at the Para Biathlon World Championships. The excellent conditions led to some great race times for Canada, including a thrilling tie.Derek Zaplotinsky was the first athlete to represent Canada in a race. Racing in the mens' sitting category the competitor finishe...
Mar 07, 2024
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Local Business
Local business booming thanks to huge events in Prince George
PRINCE GEORGE - Prince George has been a hub of activity recently, with worldwide events like the Para Nordic World Cup Finals and Para Biathlon World Championship, and national events like the Federation of Canadian Municipalities which brought in thousands of municipalities across the nation. This has been a huge boo...
Mar 07, 2024
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Volunteer and dreams
Para Biathlon World Championships: Prince George's community spirit shines through dedicated volunteers
PRINCE GEORGE - Professional athletes often spend years training to reach their goals. During this journey, they encounter numerous volunteers who help them achieve their dreams. Volunteers will make these dreams a reality at the Caledonia Nordic Ski Club for the next few days.There isn't an inch of Calendonia Nordic S...
Mar 06, 2024
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Caledonia Nordics
Para Biathlon World Championships kicked off with opening ceremony
PRINCE GEORGE- There was a hum of excitement in the air as Prince George welcomed para-athletes from across the world to compete on the unceded territory of the Lheidli T'enneh at the Caledonia Nordic ski club. Representatives from Poland, France, Ukraine, People's Republic of China, Germany, Great Britain, Japan, Kaza...
Mar 06, 2024
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Flagbear picked for Canada
Mark Arendz chosen to carry Canadian flag in Para Biathlon World Championships opening ceremony
PRINCE GEORGE - The opening ceremony of the Para Biathlon World Championships will take place on Tuesday night, bringing together 11 countries and the community to celebrate. During the opening ceremony, one lucky athlete gets to bear their country's flag in a march through the Canada Games Plaza. However, for Canadian...
Mar 05, 2024
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World Para Nordic Prep
Diversity on the Menu: Culinary challenges for 11 countries at World Para Nordics
PRINCE GEORGE - Food is fuel, and the catering service for the Para Nordics is ready to fuel the volunteers and athletes. The smells were wafting across the ski hills...the food was ready to be served for the 216 hungry mouths on Monday before the Para Biathlon and Para World Cup finals opening ceremonies day. But that...
Mar 04, 2024
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Accessibility
With Para Nordic Games on the way, is Prince George accessible enough?
PRINCE GEORGE - Prince George will soon be welcoming hundreds of para-athletes for the Para Nordic World Cup Finals, but Rodney Hodgins, a community member with mobility impairments, believes Prince George isn't accessible enough for many people."I think Prince George has a lot of work to be done still with access...
Mar 02, 2024
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Para Nordic Championships
Para Nordic World Championships set to bring huge economic impact to Prince George
PRINCE GEORGE - We are only one week away from the Para Nordic World Cup Finals and the Para Biathlon Championships, and the championships will be bringing a lot more than just exciting competition. Beyond all the activity on the ski hill, Prince George is set to see huge economic boosts from this world-wide event.&quo...
Mar 01, 2024
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World Championships
Large snowfall is a godsend for Caledonia Nordic Ski Club
PRINCE GEORGE - The last week has seen a large amount of snow in Prince George and area, with Environment Canada saying we've seen anywhere from 20-30 cm of snow, depending on the area. With an extra 5-7 cm expected, plus consistently cooler temperatures for the next two weeks, these conditions are exactly what the Cal...
Feb 28, 2024
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Caledonia Nordic Ski Club
The Para Biathlon World Championship kicks off next Tuesday
PRINCE GEORGE- The wait is almost over with countries already arriving for the 2024 Para Biathlon World Championships. To kick off the competitions, an opening ceremony will be held at the Prince George Conference and Civic Centre on Tuesday, March 5 at 6:30 p.m.The free to attend opening Ceremonies will welcome 80 ath...
Feb 27, 2024
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