Victoria, B.C. (November 27, 2019) – The 26th Canadian Boccia Championships are being hosted in Victoria, British Columbia from November 29 to December 1 at the Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence (PISE). This the first time the Championships are being held in Victoria.
The Championships are guaranteed to showcase outstanding performances, great wins, and likely some upsets. On full display will be the incredible skill and determination from boccia athletes across the country.
Held annually, the event brings together Canada’s best and upcoming boccia players to compete for the title of Canadian Champion in Team, Pairs, and Individual play.
What:
2019 Canadian Boccia Championships
When:
Friday, November 29 (9:00 am – 6:00 pm – PST)
- Individual Competition
Saturday, November 30 (9:00 am – 4:30 pm – PST)
- Individual Competition
- Medal Ceremonies for Individuals (BC1, BC2, BC3, BC4, BC5, and Open)
Sunday, December 1 (9:00 am – 4:00 pm – PST)
- Pairs, team, and Open Competition
- Medal Ceremonies for Pairs, Team, and Open
To view the Championships via live webcast please visit: https://bocciacanada.ca/boccia/programs/canadian-boccia-championships/
Where:
Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence (PISE)
4371 Interurban Road
Victoria, BC, V9E 2C5
Who:
Interview Availability:
Peter Leyser, Executive Director, Boccia Canada
Mario Delisle, National Team Head Coach, Boccia Canada
Ross MacDonald, Executive Director, SportAbility
Participating athlete from your region (contact Holly Janna, Communications and National Team Coordinator, Boccia Canada)