The Journey
The Rouge Valley has thousands of diverse natural plant and animal life forms living together in harmony, truly reflecting the rich diversity found in the area. Further, Scarborough is widely regarded as the most diverse city in the world, which boasts people from nearly every nation. In 2022, we successfully launched the inaugural ROUGE GAMES- TORONTO 2022. a two-day gathering of over 22 communities across Ontario at Birchmount Community Centre & Birchmount Stadium to promote internal connections within the communities and also uniting the various communities through sport and recreation even as we promote unity in Ontario and alleviate various forms of hate, bullying and violence. Pictures and videos can be below.
The inaugural Rouge Games was flagged off by the Minister for Sports Hon. Neil Lumpsden On August 13th 2022, along with MPP Vijay Thanigasalam and Deputy Mayor of Toronto Jennifer Mckelvie. The event brought together over 1300 delegates from 22 communities that featured in various sporting events, cultural showcases, an awards & recognition gala.
Rouge Games 2024 is here and will hold from June 17th – 23rd2024.
There will be pre-Games event from 17th – 20th of June and the Games will hold from 21st – 23rd.
WHO WE ARE
The Rouge Games is organized by several Grassroot community organizations and Non for Profit across Ontario Led by Coach John E. John of Coach John leadership & Community Engagement Initiatives .Along with his team they run sports and recreation activities in several communities across Toronto on a weekly basis. Coach John Leadership & Community Engagement Initiative has won several awards and was voted Best Overall Service Provider for Health, Wellness, and Fitness in 2021 (Reader’s Choice Awards, The Scarborough Mirror).
ROUGE GAMES 2024
Rouge Games 2024 is set to occur from June 21st to June 23rd, 2024, at Birchmount Stadium & Birchmount Community Centre. Participants of all ages can engage in various activities, such as:
- Track & Field (30m, 50m, 80m, relay races)
- Soccer
- Basketball (Team and 3v3)
- Baseball
- Sack Race
The event will kick off with a lively opening ceremony, showcasing community colors to signify unity and promote active living. Awards will honor participants' achievements.
Designed for children aged 7 to 16, with international participants aged 9 to 16, the Games offer pre and post-event packages from June 18th to June 28th, 2024.
Rouge Games 2024 also welcomes international communities/delegation to participate in the Games, sign up with link below
the rouge games will promote
promoting unity,celebrating diversity
promoting unity,celebrating diversity
promoting unity,celebrating diversity
The Games will promote unity, celebrate diversity and the strength that comes from our differences.
Modelling the Rouge Valley that has a wide variety of life forms living in harmony
BRINGING COMMUNITIES TOGETHER
promoting unity,celebrating diversity
promoting unity,celebrating diversity
Rouge Games seek to bring communities together and connect communities across our province.
Peaceful community means healthier neighborhoods
GRASSROOT SPORTS DEVELOPMENT
promoting unity,celebrating diversity
GRASSROOT SPORTS DEVELOPMENT
One key component of the Games is that children and teenagers will have access to free recreational/sports activities at the Grassroot level in several communities. Giving kids and teens Right to Sports
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Hello Parents
Coach John, and a collective of Scarborough community leaders dedicated to alleviate youth violence, are thrilled to announce our highly anticipated 2024 Youth Empowerment Night!
We’re honoured to have Darko Rajakovic, the Head Coach of the Toronto Raptors, as our keynote speaker. Joining him are inspiring speakers such as Canadian Soccer Legend (Scarborough’s own) Dwayne De Rosario and the visionary entrepreneur behind Swift Hockey, Zechariah Thomas.
Each speaker will share their own stories of resilience, aspiration, and overcoming obstacles and challenge youth to be agents of positive change in their communities.
Important Information
Date: Friday, May 17Time: 6 pm (doors open 5:30 pm)Location: 1250 Markham Road, ScarboroughRegister: bit.ly/YENight
- This event is for youth only and begins promptly at 6:00 p.m. Following the event at 7:00 pm, Coach Darko and Dwayne De Rosario will be available for a meet-and-greet and photos in the gymnasium.
- Food will be provided.
- Parent pick-up from 7:30 pm, onwards at the gymnasium entrance.
- Registration is limited, so please register today.
- This is a free event. Feel free to share the attached poster with all youth you may know.
Thanks,Coach John
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PARTICIPANT/DELEGATE REGISTER HERE
PARTICIPANT/DELEGATE REGISTER HERE
PARTICIPANT/DELEGATE REGISTER HERE
Community organizations, residents groups, neighborhood groups can sign up and they will be trained and kitted for the Games
VOLUNTEER
PARTICIPANT/DELEGATE REGISTER HERE
PARTICIPANT/DELEGATE REGISTER HERE
Residents and agencies who wish to add to the success of the program through volunteering are encouraged to please join the team by sending an email and we would be glad to walk you through this.
Sign up Here
SPONSORSHIP
PARTICIPANT/DELEGATE REGISTER HERE
SPONSORSHIP
Organizations who wish to sponsor or partner with us are welcome to join in making this Games an impactful one.To sponsor please send an email to admin@rougegamescanada.com
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