Burnaby will be the place to be for the Skate Canada synchronized skating shampionships. The event will take place from Feb. 21 to 23 at the Bill Copeland Sports Centre.
"The province of British Columbia has proven itself as a terrific host for figure skating events," said William Thompson, Skate Canada CEO in a prepared release. "We are pleased to be heading to Burnaby for the 2014 Skate Canada synchronized skating championships. We hope that fans will help to raise the noise level as they cheer on the best synchronized skating teams in Canada."
"I am thrilled that Burnaby has been successful in its bid to host the 2014 Skate Canada national synchronized skating championships," said Burnaby mayor, Derek Corrigan in the release. "It is an honour to have our city and facilities recognized by Skate Canada. The Bill Copeland Sports Centre is an exceptional venue that will help ensure the success of this major national event. We look forward to showcasing our exemplary skating facilities, while welcoming to our City the hundreds of skaters, coaches and volunteers - and the thousands of spectators - who will attend these championships during a season that typically sees fewer visitors. In addition to experiencing what is sure to be an exciting and memorable event, I know that all who attend and participate will enjoy the hospitality and the hundreds of attractions Burnaby has to offer."
The 2014 Skate Canada synchronized skating championships will bring approximately 50 teams and over 1,000 skaters from across the country to the city.
Teams will compete for national titles in the senior, junior, open, intermediate and novice categories. The top two senior teams will represent Canada at the 2014 ISU World synchronized skating championships on April 4 and 5 in Courmayeur, Italy.
