The Rick Hansen 25th Anniversary Relay
Twenty-five years to the date of his Man In Motion World Tour commencing its historic cross-Canada journey back to British Columbia, Canadian hero Rick Hansen will continue his journey of making the world more accessible and inclusive with the announcement of the Rick Hansen 25th Anniversary Relay.
Beginning on August 24, 2011 in Cape Spear, Newfoundland and Labrador - the easternmost point in North America and approximately 15 kilometres south-east of St. John's - the 25th Anniversary Relay will retrace the Canadian segment of the original Tour, but this time one man in motion will be represented and celebrated by many in motion; engaging 7,000 participants from across Canada who have made their own difference in the lives of others.
The Rick Hansen 25th Anniversary Relay is inviting Canadians to be a part of the journey that celebrates the fact that together, we have the power to make a difference.
To learn more about the relay, visit rickhansenrelay.com.
Regina’s Event Celebrations
Regina will welcome Rick Hansen and the relay team on Saturday, February 4, 2012. The celebrations begin as the Rick Hansen Medal enters the city limits on Highway #1. Everyone is invited to cheer along the team during the relay as it makes its way to the City Square plaza where the final medal bearer will arrive. The celebration will include entertainment and children’s activities, along with the presence of the 67 medal bearers that were selected for the relay in Regina. Event activities will begin at 1:30 p.m. in the plaza.
The relay will start in Regina at the McDonald’s at Victoria Avenue and Park Street and make its way to the City Square plaza with the final medal bearer arriving at 3 p.m. 28 medal bearers will participate during the relay route on Saturday.
Paratransit drop-off and wheelchair parking ONLY will be available on Lorne Steet (between 12th and Victoria Avenue). Attendees must have a valid accessible parking pass to be permitted to park on Lorne Street.
Free public parking is available on the 2nd and 3rd level of the City Hall Parkade - access off McIntyre Street. The City of Regina bears no responsibility for the security of vehicles or access. Parking will be on a first come basis. Parking permits will not be issued for this event.
Paratransit Services
Regina Paratransit provides transportation to persons with disabilities who are unable to use the public fixed-route transit. The service is a scheduled, shared ride, door-to-door service. If you require services for the plaza celebration, or Regina Pats game, phone Regina Paratransit Service (RPS) at 306-777-7007 or the TTY Line for the Hearing Impaired at 306-777-7325. This service is available for registered customers.
Celebration Event
Everyone is encouraged to come out for the event celebrations from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. with friends and family.
Agenda:
City Square plaza (12th Avenue & Cornwall Street by Victoria Park)
1:30 p.m. Centre for Excellence- skate demonstrations on outdoor skating rink in plaza (weather permitting).
2:00 p.m. ROAR Performance (ROAR was founded at Douglas Park School in the fall of 2008. Their name comes from the Douglas Park Lions and stands for respect, ownership, accountability and reponsibility. This is an auditioned group of Grade 6 & 7 students who enjoy drumming traditional African and contemporary rythyms. They have performed at various community and school events. ROAR is under the teaching leadership of Joanne Patron and Sharon Solheim.)
2- 3:30 p.m. Public skate with free lessons and skating tips from Centre for Excellence. A warm skate shack is on site and ice conditions will be weather dependant.
3:00 p.m. Arrival of final Medal Bearer, Rick Hansen and relay team.
Hot chocolate will be provided for FREE at event.
Several characters from Regina Mascots will be present at the event for hi-fives and hugs including Munchie from RSM, Sleepy Bear from the Travelodge, K-9 from the Regina Pats, Ronald McDonald and Mr. Electric.
Street Culture Project will be open to paint children's faces in celebration of the event from 1:30 to 3:30p.m located behind the new City Square plaza stage at 1863 Cornwall Street.
Scotiabank
Relay sponsor, Scotiabank, presents Roughriders linebacker Mike McCullough!
Attendees are encouraged to stop by the Scotiabank tent on Saturday for a meet and greet with Saskatchewan Roughriders linebacker Mike McCullough. Autographs and photos with the Canadian football star are available from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Don't forget to grab a cowbell, balloon, and a pair of Scotiabank thundersticks to help cheer on the final Medal Bearer on the day!
Warm-up Locations/Washrooms
The Canada Life Building will be open for attendees to warm up and use the washrooms from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wheelchair accessible washrooms are on site and attendants will be available for assistance. The cafeteria will be open to the public and is cash only. Cold drinks, hot chocolate, tea, coffee, chips and confections will be available for sale. Entrance and exit will be through the 12th Street corner entrance which leads into the cafeteria.
The Sask Sports Hall of Fame (SSHFM) will be open as a warming location and have washrooms available. Wheelchair attendants will not be on site. The SSHFM galleries will be open for the public to view.
Regina Pats
The celebration will continue into the evening with an exciting event taking place at the Regina Pats game as they take on the Lethbridge Hurricanes. The 7 p.m. game events will include a tribute to the Rick Hansen Foundation, a ceremonial puck drop, a sledge hockey demo from the Team Canada Developmental Team, recognition of Regina’s medal bearers and a silent auction.
The silent auction items include:
- an autographed Jordan Eberle Edmonton Oilers jersey
- an Edmonton Oilers team autographed hockey stick
- 1 of 2 Regina Pats hockey jerseys autographed by Rick Hansen
Profits and donations from the event will go towards local charities.
Wheelchair athletes representing their sport during the ceremonial puck drop include:
1. Terry Heart- Wheelchair Curling
2. Chris Pearson- Kayaking and Wheelchair Rugby
3. Judy Winship- Sailing
4. Brit Meyer- Wheelchair Rugby
5. Chris Buztynski- Wheelchair Tennis
6. Jessica Frotten- Wheelchair Racing
7. Dawson Koch- Sledge Hockey
Additonal wheelchair seating has been arranged for the game. To purchase your tickets for the game, visit www.reginapats.com/tickets.
Community Stops
In certain cities across the country, the 25th Anniversary Relay Team will be spending an additional day engaging local community organizations. These event days are days in which the relay itself is not operational but the Rick Hansen 25th Anniversary Relay team will be visiting a variety of community facilities including schools, hospitals and community centres. These activities will offer an educational and inspirational look at Rick Hansen's journey, the progress made over the past 25 years and the goal of a future world that is truly healthy, sustainable and inclusive.
The Relay team has organized photo opportunities and brief stops at pre-selected locations in Regina. There are 39 medal bearers that will participate as the relay departs Regina. The relay team will be making community stops as they depart Regina on Thursday, February 9 at the following locations:
- City Hall
- Miller Comprehensive High School
- St. Augustine Community School
- Saskatchewan Legislative Building
- Regina Wascana Rehab Centre
- First Nations University of Canada at the U of R
- Dr. William Riddell Centre at the U of R
- Regina Ecole Massey School
- McDonald’s (on Darke St at Kramer Blvd)
- Regina Campbell Collegiate School
- Dr. Martin LeBoldus High School
- First Steps Wellness Centre
Regina looks forward to welcoming Rick Hansen and the relay team as they make their way across Canada. To stay up to date find the Rick Hansen 25th Anniversary Relay in Regina on Facebook.
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Help spread the word about Regina’s event celebrations by downloading the Rick Hansen Relay poster.
For media inquiries or if you would like more information on Regina’s event celebrations contact:
Jennifer Gabrysh
Regina Committee Chair
Rick Hansen Foundation 25th Anniversary Relay
jennadawn3@hotmail.com
306.536.9755
Interviews with Rick Hansen can be arranged through John Gibson, Manager of Communications (jgibson@rickhansen.com | 604.644.0811) and media requests regarding the Rick Hansen Relay route and participants can be sent to relaymedia@rickhansen.com | or toll-free at 1-866-222-7080.
Regina Medal Bearers
Congratulations to Regina's medal bearers:
- Cody Vance
- Andrea Muir
- Tara Yolan
- Greg Yuel
- Brian Nenson
- Marty Klyne
- Shannon Poppy
- Cloy Gould
- Dawn Redmond
- Amy Mcneil
- Tyrone Laliberte
- Patty Niebergall
- Angie Saxby
- Dr. Donald Doherty
- Bob Taylor
- Jane Ekong
- Stacey Bradley
- Grant Van Eaton
- Chris Shauf
- Mikey Brodner
- Amy Alsop
- Xia Lucy Liu
- Genelle Payant
- Kate Maclean
- Vianne Timmons
- Marlene Hoce
- Vanessa Prevost
- Leanna Peppler
- Joel Hoftyzer
- Mutasim Hagos
- Lee Jones
- Laura Vanin
- Brooke Hill
- Brian Duck
- Jared Benson
- Jessica Booth
- Chris Lesanko
- Cassie Scrimbitt
- Jonathan Glasgow
- Shane Castel
- Rick Fraser
- Julie Lemoine
- Catlin Hogan
- Kelsey Dawn Dayman
- Catherine Ecarnot
- Evelyn Novak
- Shawn Rooks
- Gabriel Simons
- Taralyne Wilson
- Blandine Weibe
- Michael Rudolph
- Wilkinson Donna
- Joshua Painchaud
- Nolan Benesh
- Edward Pyle
- Elaine Kuffert
- Gary Larson
- James Schulte
- Jennifer Gabrysh