Purpose and Goals of the Saskatchewan Games

Purpose

To provide an opportunity for the province's developing athletes, coaches and officials to participate in a multi-sport event in preparation for a higher level of competition.

Goals

• To provide an athlete-centered multi-sport experience that compliments the Provincial Sport Organizations' (PSOs) Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) plans, generally in the LTAD ‘Train to Train’ stage of development.

• To identify Saskatchewan participants with the potential to advance to higher levels of competition (provincial teams, national competitions, Canada Games, North American Indigenous Games).

• To enhance community development through a sport legacy of upgraded equipment, facilities, experienced officials, cultural understanding and appreciation, and a corps of volunteers.

• To motivate participants to achieve a higher level of sport skill and physical well-being.

• To promote athlete, coach and officials’ development programs within all nine Districts across the province.

• To provide a provincial showcase that will increase public awareness and support for amateur sport in Saskatchewan.

• To generate economic and tourism benefits within the host community and surrounding area.