Government of Canada's Role

The Government of Canada is proud to be a major partner of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

Due to the significance and scale of these Games, a high degree of planning and coordination across government and other organizations is required. That is why organizers have been actively planning and preparing since Vancouver and Whistler were awarded the Games on July 2, 2003.

Eights months prior to this date, a Multi-Party Agreement was signed by all parties involved in the 2010 Winter Games. This document, which outlines the parties' roles and responsibilities, was the first of its kind to be signed prior to a host city being announced – truly recognizing the partners' commitment to the Games.

As a key partner, the Government of Canada has several important responsibilities. These include contributing major funding and ensuring that the Games reflect Canadian priorities in areas such as environmental protection, sustainable development, official languages, cultural diversity and Aboriginal participation.

You can find out more about the Government of Canada's role in delivering the Games in the Essential Services section.