Hamilton’s 2020 CANUSA Games cancelled due to pandemic

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Published May 27, 2020 at 3:02 pm

The 63rd edition of the CANUSA games, which was to be held in Hamilton this summer, has been cancelled.

The 63rd edition of the CANUSA games, which was to be held in Hamilton this summer, has been cancelled.

In a press release issued Wednesday (May 27), organizers of the Games announced the disappointing decision.

“As much as our organizing committees are deeply saddened to make this announcement, this decision is necessary due to the current situation,” the release says.

“We have been monitoring the COVID-19 crisis over the last several weeks and have considered the safety and comfort of our athletes, coaches, parents, and volunteers above all else.”

The amateur sporting event traditionally brings hundreds of athletes of all ages and their families to the host city in any given year and involves the support of hundreds of local volunteers and community organizations.

This year would have marked the 63rd year that Hamilton and Flint have faced off in the Games — and the 32nd time Hamilton has hosted — and while the years have seen some significant changes one thing has remained the same: the friendships.

“‘Experience the Friendship’” is more than our CANUSA Games motto, it is a belief that has been shared with the athletes and host families in our communities for the last 63 years, said Greg Mills, president, CANUSA Hamilton Board of Directors in the release.

“We hope that everyone stays healthy and safe and we look forward to the continuation of the Games and the opportunity to host the CANUSA Games in Hamilton in the summer of 2021.”

The Hamilton-hosted CANUSA games were scheduled to take place from August 7 to 9.

To keep track of CANUSA 2021, follow the Hamilton contingent on their website or through Facebook and Instagram.

Photo courtesy CANUSA Hamilton’s Facebook page

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