Event Overview
Her Honour conducted an official visit to the City of Orillia while the City hosted the Ontario Winter Games. Her Honour met with His Worship Steve Clark and later the organizers and volunteers of the Games. Her Honour and His Worship then observed the Curling Finals and participated in the gold and silver medal presentations. Following the ceremony, Her Honour attended a reception with community members at the Stephen Leacock Museum.
Tweets
Great conversation with Mayor Clarke, and a wonderful opportunity to see the generosity of the citizens of Orillia as they volunteer for #OntarioWinterGames @cityoforillia @Clarke4Orillia pic.twitter.com/In4kJl94B8
— Elizabeth Dowdeswell (@LGLizDowdeswell) March 5, 2018
#DYK that the Ontario Winter Games is the largest multi-sport event for athletes aged 12 to 18 in Ontario? #OntarioWinterGames @Orillia2018 pic.twitter.com/40y8HQDULQ
— Elizabeth Dowdeswell (@LGLizDowdeswell) March 5, 2018
Pleased to present gold medals at the 2018 #OntarioWinterGames curling finals. Congratulations to all participants! @Orillia2018 pic.twitter.com/QpIBA4VuQS
— Elizabeth Dowdeswell (@LGLizDowdeswell) March 5, 2018
Site of Significance
The Stephen Leacock Museum was designated a national historic site of Canada in 1992 because it was an inspiration to Stephen Leacock, among the most celebrated of Canadian authors and humorists, and both an extension and a reflection of his life and personality. Source