2010 WUC Cross Country Update

  

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April 11th, 2010 the 17th edition of the World University Cross Country Championship will take place in Kingston, Ontario, Canada.

(photo: Tourism Kingston)About The City

The City of Kingston is located halfway between Montreal and Toronto, Canada’s two largest cities. Kingston is an eclectic mix of old and new “where history and innovation thrive”.

Comprising the former City of Kingston, former Kingston Township and former Pittsburgh Township, the new City of Kingston came into being on January 1, 1998. Approximately one half of the total population (113,000) lives in the former city area, although the land base is predominately rural.

Renowned as the fresh-water capital of North America, Kingston is a major port to cruise the famous Thousand Islands. Every August the city is a hub of activity when hundreds of sailors converge for C.O.R.K., the annual Canadian Olympic Training Regatta.

(photo: Tourism Kingston)Steeped in history and tradition, Kingston is the resting-place of Sir John A. Macdonald, Canada’s first Prime Minister. History buffs can visit Fort Henry, a 19th century British Military Fortress, or one of the seventeen museums that showcase everything from woodworking tools to military and technological advances.

About the WUC

Queen’s University will act as the primary contact with strong support from the Royal Military College of Canada and St. Lawrence College. Combined they will provide:

• Logistical & technical support

• Staff, student volunteers & administrative support

• Insurance certificate

Athletics Canada and Canadian Interuniversity Sport have both been involved throughout the bid process and continue to be involved in planning.

Accommodation

The Organizing Committee is currently pursuing plans to create an Athletes’ Village style accommodation for athletes and support staff.

• Facility capable of hosting 400+ beds

• Adjacent to the competition venue

• 1.5km from downtown core

• On-site meals

• On-site accreditation & secure location

Transportation

The OC will look after all transportation needs of the delegations upon their arrival in Kingston.

• 5 flights arriving daily from Toronto

• Bus & train options are also available

• Airport, bus and train terminals are all 15 minutes from the proposed Athletes’ Village and city centre.

All teams will be greeted and transported from the airport, train or bus stations upon arrival.

All local travel needs will be provided by public transit or private shuttles free of charge to participants with proper accreditation.

 

Security

Canada is recognized as a very safe country and Kingston is one of the safest communities in the country.

Teams will be met upon arrival by a member of the organizing team and a translator

The Athletes’ Village is in a secure location. On-site security will restrict access to those with proper accreditation. Sufficient security will be provided at the competition venue to ensure the safe running of the event.

Media

The OC will be utilizing many different forms of information technology to promote and report the championships, including:

• Web based – YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, etc.

• Comprehensive website

• TV, radio, newspaper, etc.

• The OC is currently looking into the feasibility of webcasting the event live

Info

More info on Kingston at www.cityofkingston.ca & http://tourism.kingstoncanada.com

More info on the WUC at www.sportingcanada.com/fisu-2010.html.

 

Proposed Schedule

Monday April 5

1:00pm: Press Conference & Multicultural Kick-off

Tuesday April 6

TBD: Volunteer Meeting

Wednesday April 7

All Day: Arrival of Delegations Day 1

Thursday April 8

All Day: Arrival of Delegations Day 2

TBD: Accreditation

Friday April 9

AM only: Accreditation

11am-6pm: Coaching Congress Day 1

9am-2pm: Kids Competition Day RMC Indoor Track/Fort Henry

1pm-4pm: Course Practice Time

TBD: Opening Ceremonies @ CFB Field house & Press Conference

TBD: City Tour / Cultural Exchange

Saturday April 10

9am-4pm: Coaching Congress Day 2

3pm-4pm: Coaches / Head of Delegation Meeting / Technical Meeting

10am-1pm: Community Races

1pm-3pm: Course Practice Time

TBD: City Tour / Cultural Exchange

Evening: Coaches Social (mixer with Team Coaches & Congress Delegates)

Sunday April 11

12:30pm: On-Site Opening Ceremonies

1pm: Women’s Championships Race 5k

2pm: Men’s Championship Race 10k

3pm: Awards Ceremony

6pm: Championships Banquet

Monday April 12

TBD: City Tour

All Day: Delegation Departures Day 1

Tuesday April 13

All Day: Delegation Departures Day 2