Rocky, Clearwater County to host Alberta Masters Games
The Town of Rocky Mountain House and Clearwater County has been successful in its bid to host the Alberta Masters Games in August 2019.
Officials say the Games provide an opportunity for masters-aged athletes to compete in a province-wide sports competition.
“Multi-sport Games are an important part of Alberta’s culture, inspiring Alberta’s masters athletes, encouraging active lifestyles and bringing communities together,” said Ricardo Miranda, Minister of Culture and Tourism, responsible for sport. “Congratulations to the Town of Rocky Mountain House and Clearwater County and all those who worked together on the successful bid to host these Games. I am confident that the volunteers, sponsors and supporters will do an amazing job in 2019 on Alberta’s first Masters Games.”
Approximately 1,200 participants, their families and spectators are expected to attend the Games.