Networking and Social Events

Welcome Reception

IOC Sport and Environment Awards Ceremony and Welcome Reception
Monday, March 30
5:00pm - 7:30pm
Please join us in the Conference Showcase for the presentation of the first winners of the IOC Sport and Environment Awards. These awards will acknowledge and encourage the implementation of sound environmental practices in the world of sport. One award will be given to each of the five continents: Africa, Americas, Asia, Europe and Oceania. Light refreshments will be served.

Master of Ceremonies
Donna Wilson, EVP Workforce and Sustainability, Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC), Canada

Introduction of the Chiefs of the Four Host First Nations
Lois Joseph, Councillor, representing Taya7 Kuk'pi7, Chief Leonard Andrew, Lil'wat Nation, Canada
Techewxenum, Chief Ernest Campbell, Musqueam Nation, Canada
telalsemkin Siyam, Chief Bill Williams, Squamish Nation, Canada
Sisi-ya-ama, Chief Leah George-Wilson, Tsleil-Waututh Nation, Canada

Welcome from the Mayor of Whistler
Ken Melamed, Mayor, Resort Municipality of Whistler, Canada

Announcement: Winners of IOC's Inaugural Sport and Environment Awards
Tomas A. Ganda Sithole, Director, International Cooperation and Development, International Olympic Committee, Zimbabwe

Showcase

Alongside the conference will be a best practices Innovation and Inspiration Showcase wherein exhibitors will display their unique programs and initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable living and sustainable development through sport.

Showcase Hours

Monday, March 30 10:15-17:00
Tuesday, March 31 10:15-17:00