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Torch Relay Stories

as reported by Torch Communities

North Battleford

Sunshine and a mild, minus 1 degree set the tone for January 12, 2010: the day the Olympic Torch arrived in North Battleford – exactly one month from the start of the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver. People of all ages and every background came together in unison, with flags and bright Olympic-themed colours, to line every block of the torch route – eager for a glimpse of the much anticipated Olympic flicker.

Marshall

Marshall’s children were decked out in red toques to greet the Olympic Torch thanks to the hard work of volunteers who started knitting, crocheting and sewing all the way back in November. After months of preparation, the day finally arrived …

Duck Lake

The celebration started early in the afternoon at the school, which held its Family Day so parents could be there to help with the planned activities such as hockey, skiing, skating at the local arena and horse-drawn sleigh rides. There was a great feeling of excitement and joy as the time approached for the Torch to arrive.

Morse

At 4:52, the Olympic torch run hit Morse, Saskatchewan. Many of our spectators were in the Community Hall enjoying the singing talents of The Hunters as the run was being set up on the outskirts of town.

Caronport

It was another of those once-in-a-lifetime events. The Olympic Torch came to our home town of Caronport. It is something you read about in newspapers happening somewhere else, but now it really happened right here.

Maidstone

A sea of red toques, smiles and enthusiasm for a nation set the stage as Maidstone, a Saskatchewan community of 1,200 just off the Trans-Canada Highway, welcomed the torch with hearts aglow on Tuesday afternoon

Blaine Lake

The Olympic Torch Relay arrived in Blaine Lake at 10:57 a.m. January 12 and spurred a mix of emotions that will live in the residents’ and students’ hearts forever. The interdenominational and multicultural celebration was an excellent display of unity and fellowship.

Regina

In honour of the 2010 Olympics, Regina hosted a Torch Relay celebration with exciting events and activities that were fun for the whole family. A deep sense of community pride was instilled when the Olympic Torch made its way through Regina on January 9 & 10 as thousands came out to cheer on the flame.

Hafford

Warm temperatures, warm hearts and a warm welcome greeted the Olympic Torch when it stopped off at Hafford today on its way to the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Vancouver.

Shellbrook

The feelings of excitement were tangible in the community of Shellbrook as the Olympic Torch passed through on January 12, 2010. The torch route was lined with a thousand community and district residents and included a very strong showing of students from Shellbrook, Canwood, Shell Lake and Wild Rose schools.

Rosthern

January 11, 2010 was the day the Olympic flame finally came through Rosthern. When we heard the Olympic flame would be coming, everyone on the town council as well as many volunteers helped to organize an afternoon filled with activities for everyone.

Prince Albert

The show in Prince Albert was absolutely phenomenal. It was a picturesque setting in downtown Prince Albert with excellent weather and amazing community spirit.

Hague

What an awesome day - the day that the Olympic Torch came to Hague, Saskatchewan. A temperature of +2 brought out throngs of people. School children waved Canadian flags and sang "O Canada" as the torch bearers ran between rows of enthusiastic onlookers.

Rosetown

January 11, 2010 started like any other day in Rosetown, a community of approximately 2,500 people; however, the day was special because it was Day 74 of the 2010 Olympic Torch Relay. That meant the Olympic Torch Relay would be coming through Rosetown.

Osler

Having the Olympic Torch come through Osler was an awesome experience. We had about 700 school kids lining the street and cheering.

Kyle

For a town of 450 people, the Olympic torch coming to town was a big deal … and what a big deal! On a beautiful January morning, people started to line the main street of Kyle at 7:30 a.m. to catch a glimpse of history in the making.

Elrose

The Town of Elrose was excited to see the Olympic 2010 Torch Relay arrive on January 11, 2010 at 8:43 a.m. The local Torch Committee of Mayor June Hintze, Chris, Donna, Sus, Melody, and Dan planned the coordinated festivities.

Swift Current

Thousands showed up for an unbelievably warm January evening in Swift Current, Saskatchewan. There was entertainment, enthusiasm and energy as our community proudly welcomed the Olympic Torch carried by our own Katie Durant.

Herbert

The Town of Herbert experienced a once-in-a-lifetime event. The Olympic Torch Relay hit the town right around sunset. This capped off perfectly the weekend’s events which included public skating, a Street Hockey Tournament, and Hockey Day in Herbert.

Fort Qu'Appelle

The Qu'Appelle Valley community was out in full force to welcome the Olympic Torch today. Moderate temperatures and an enthusiastic crowd (young and old) contributed to the excitement.

Yorkton

The 2010 Vancouver Olympics Torch Run brought the magic and excitement of the Olympic Spirit to the Yorkton area. The Torch was welcomed with a celebration of dance, song and fun.

Melville

Like Halley's comet, it came quickly with a warm glow, and left just as suddenly. The Olympic Torch made it's first ever appearance in Melville Saturday afternoon amid all the pomp and circumstance deserving of such an occasion.

Moosomin

A large inukshuk made from hay bales welcomed the Olympic flame to Moosomin, and the province of Saskatchewan. Residents were so excited for the torch coming through town that, more than two hours before the relay started, they gathered at the Community Hall where local fire fighters served pancakes...

Four Days, 38 Saskatchewan Communities

Torch Relay

Check this page and our Photos page often as the torch passes through Saskatchewan January 9-12. We will be posting photos and stories as the torch makes its way through all 38 communities

During its long journey preceding the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games, the Torch will make its way from B.C., to the east coast of Canada and back again. Along the way, nearly 200 communities across Canada will have the opportunity to gather and participate in Torch Relay community celebrations.

Many of these towns are holding special events and celebrations, and inviting friends, relatives and neighbours from surrounding communities so that everyone has an opportunity to enjoy this unique experience. La Ronge was the first Saskatchewan community to welcome the Torch on November 7, 2009, while it made its way east. During its trip back to Vancouver, the Torch will pass through 38 Saskatchewan communities, including these designated as Celebration sites:

Yorkton - January 9, 2010 (daytime celebrations)
Regina - January 9 and 10, 2010 (evening celebrations)
Moose Jaw - January 10, 2010 (daytime celebrations)
Swift Current - January 10, 2010 (evening celebrations)
Saskatoon - January 11, 2010 (daytime celebrations)
Prince Albert - January 11, 2010 (evening celebrations)
North Battleford - January 12, 2010 (daytime celebrations)
Lloydminster - January 12, 2010 (evening celebrations)

The Vancouver 2010 website offers an interactive map documenting the relay, as well as information about the communities that will host the torch in January. For more information on the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games Torch Relay, visit www.vancouver2010.com.

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