On behalf of the Government of Saskatchewan, I would like to congratulate all Saskatchewan athletes participating in the 2022 Canada Summer Games in Niagara, Ontario.

For over fifty years, the Canada Games have been enriching the lives of competitors and their families by providing opportunities for individuals to celebrate their accomplishments and achieve personal excellence through sport. As a skilled athlete, you have dedicated yourself to years of disciplined training, hard work and sacrifice. Together with your friends and family, I applaud you on reaching this impressive level of competition.

The 2022 edition of the Canada Games brings together more than 5000 athletes from all provinces and territories to compete in 18 different sports. Themed “Once, and for all”, this event represents an important step in your athletic careers and for many, the fulfillment of a dream to represent your province on the national stage.

Be sure to take advantage of the warm hospitality and embrace the transformative experience this competition will provide. A special thank you to all the event coaches, staff, parents, and volunteers who have made this inter-provincial and territorial sporting event possible.

Again, best of luck to our Saskatchewan athletes, #GoTeamSask.

Scott Moe

Premier

On behalf of the Ministry of Parks, Culture- and Sport, I would like to congratulate all members of Team Saskatchewan who were selected to represent our province at the 2022 Canada Summer Games. The Canada Games are the country's marquee event for amateur sport for thousands of up-and-coming Canadian athletes. Qualifying to compete at the national level is an achievement that each athlete

should be very proud of.

Your hard work, dedication and perseverance has given you the opportunity to showcase your abilities on Canada's amateur sport stage.

More than 370 elite athletes from across our province will compete against the best in the country. We know that sport has the power to bring us together, Sport also benefits our bodies and minds. It is important to remember the contribution that sport and recreation make to the quality of life we enjoy in Saskatchewan, and across the country.

Many thanks to the parents, coaches, trainers, managers and mission staff for supporting our athletes and providing them with the necessary training, support and resources that have allowed them to pursue their passion and succeed in their sport.

I am proud of each Team Saskatchewan athlete for striving to achieve goals, whether individually or as a team. I want to thank you for your commitment to sport and helping to ensure that it is safe and fun for everyone, You are role models and ambassadors for Saskatchewan, and we are proud to have you represent our province.

I'd like to wish each of our athletes the best of luck. The memories and experiences you will gain at the 2022 Canada Summer games will last a lifetime. So be sure to enjoy every aspect of it - this is your moment to shine!

Laura Ross

Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport

On behalf of Sask Sport and its membership, I would like to welcome you to the 2022 Canada Summer Games. It is thrilling to see the Canada Games are back “once, and for all!”

Congratulations on being selected to represent your province. As an athlete, you have made a lot of sacrifices to get here. The Games are about celebrating all your accomplishments, while inspiring others, transforming lives and bringing unity to sport.

The Games present a unique experience to participate in the largest multi-sport event in Canada. Team Saskatchewan has a strong contingent with more than 475 participants including athletes, coaches, managers and mission staff. Your hard work and determination have brought you here and we look forward to cheering you on from Saskatchewan! And cheering, we will be!

Sask Sport extends a thank you to the families, coaches, officials, other mission staff and volunteers who have supported these athletes on their journey now and into the future. Sask Sport also acknowledges each Provincial Sport Organization and the Saskatchewan Games Council for developing sport at such a high level. Together, all involved are the foundation of amateur sport in Saskatchewan.

Thank you to the host committee for navigating unprecedented times to make these Games a reality for the more than 5,000 athletes participating in 18 different sports. Without your efforts, the 28^th edition of the Games wouldn’t have been possible.

At Sask Sport, we believe that sport is more than a game and this sentiment is exemplified when you think of the friendships you will make on and off the court, track and field or golf course. The memories and lessons from the Canada Summer Games will last a lifetime.

Enjoy everything the Games bring!

Go Team Saskatchewan!

Michael Rogers

Chair, Sask Sport

Congratulations to all the members of Team Sask competing at the 2022 Canada Summer Games in Niagara, ON this August. These Games continue to provide an opportunity for our developing athletes to compete against the best in the country in a multi-sport environment. For many of you, it will be a stepping stone to the next level in your pursuit of excellence. You have worked and trained many long, hard hours to earn the right to represent Saskatchewan, and now you can wear the uniform with pride.

To the host society and Niagara Region, thank you for welcoming and hosting Team Sask, their families and friends. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to plan and organize such a first-class event, and wish to express a sincere thank you to the hundreds of volunteers for ensuring the success of the Games.

An extra special thank you to the Mission Staff who are giving their time to support and aid Team Sask this August!

On behalf of the Saskatchewan Games Council, I would like to commend all members of Team Sask for your accomplishments to date and wish you every success at these Games and all future competitions.

I hope you have a great experience and create a lifetime of memories at the Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games.

Amber Holland,
Chair, Saskatchewan Games Council

Congratulations, Team Sask!

I am extremely honoured to serve as Chef de Mission for each and every one of you who make up this incredible team of athletes, coaches, managers, support staff and mission staff who will be participating in the 2022 Canada Summer Games in Niagara, Ontario.

Your commitment to sport excellence has been rewarded by being selected to represent our province in Canada’s largest amateur multi-sport event. Competing against the best athletes in Canada will allow you to reach your athletic potential, pursue personal excellence, and develop socially and culturally within the context of ethical competition.

The Canada Games mean many things to many different people. For some of you, they will be an important stepping stone along the road to international competition and even the Olympic or Paralympic podium. For others, the Games may represent the pinnacle of your sporting career. For all participants, however, the Games are an opportunity to build lifelong memories, meet new friends from across the province and country, and enjoy the one-of-a-kind experience that only the Games can bring.

And for you, our 2022 athletes in particular, the Canada Summer Games represent a well-deserved celebration after a difficult few years marked by sacrifice, disruption, and perseverance all throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

There are many who deserve recognition for their contributions to your journey as an athlete at the Canada Games. A sincere thank you to the coaches, managers and support staff who have provided the leadership to prepare you for this level of competition. Your dedication and commitment to be the best you can be will be rewarded as you compete in venues throughout the Niagara Region.

Parents, a very special note of appreciation to you for your support and cooperation in helping your athlete reach their goals. Mission staff, thank you for your valuable contributions in ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for every participant.

Congratulations again on being selected as a member of Team Sask. We look forward to the challenges, competition, camaraderie and fair play as we make Saskatchewan proud at the 2022 Canada Summer Games. Go Team Sask!

Mark Bracken,
Team Sask Chef de Mission