Indianapolis-Scarborough Peace Games
The Scarborough Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report
(December 28, 1999) from the Commissioner of Economic Development, Culture and Tourism:
Purpose:
To report to Scarborough Community Council on the results of the Indianapolis Scarborough Peace
Games hosted in Scarborough on the weekend of July 23rd - 26, 1999 and to recommend support
for the Games of 2000 in Indianapolis.
Financial Implications and Impact Statement:
Funding is included in the base Operating Budget for 2000 in the amount of $41,000.00, a $20,000.00 grant
and $21,000.00 in operating expenses, to support the games. The Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer has
reviewed this report and concurs with the financial statement.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that:
(1) the Parks and Recreation Division, East District, continue to support the partnership with the
Indianapolis Scarborough Peace Games for 2000 in Indianapolis and in the City of Toronto
East District in 2001; and
(2) the appropriate City of Toronto officials be authorized to take the necessary action to give
effect thereto.
Background:
The East District Parks and Recreation Division, in co-operation with the Indianapolis Scarborough
Peace Games Volunteer Organizing Committee, hosted the 27th Annual Indianapolis Scarborough
Peace Games on the weekend of July 23 to 26, 1999. These games, with emphasis on fun and
participation, involved 15 different sports and activities for youth to adults. The games include track
and field, soccer, softball, baseball, volleyball, badminton, rugby, hockey, basketball, brain games,
chess, tennis, swimming, bowling and table tennis.
Comments:
As per Scarborough Community Council's request, the following event summary is presented.
Opening Ceremonies and Reception
The Opening Ceremonies were hosted at Birchmount Community Centre and Stadium on Friday,
July 23, 1999, at 7:30 p.m. The Indianapolis contingent of athletes departed Indianapolis on Friday,
July 23 at 6:00 a.m. on 20 buses. Over 800 athletes and coaches arrived at Birchmount Stadium at
6:30 p.m. for the official opening ceremonies. To assist in the arrival of all the buses, the Toronto
Police Department provided a police escort throughout the local streets from Highway 401 to
Birchmount Stadium. This event's support from the police has been ongoing and instrumental for
ensuring the arrival of the Indianapolis guests.
After the Indianapolis athletes had met their Scarborough athlete counterparts and billets, the athletes
were marched into the stadium. Over 1600 participants and coaches were enthusiastically received
by parents and dignitaries from both cities. The opening ceremonies included greetings from
Council, senior Parks and Recreation staff and the executive of the Games from both cities.
Following the opening ceremonies, a reception was hosted by East District Parks and Recreation and
the Scarborough Peace Games Committee. This reception in the Birchmount Community Centre
was held for Councillors, coaches, and executives from both cities.
VIP Breakfast
On Saturday, July 24 at 7:30 a.m., East District Parks and Recreation hosted an outdoor breakfast
for Councillors and executives from both the Indianapolis and Scarborough Committees at Cedar
Ridge Creative Centre. The breakfast was well received by over 50 people in attendance.
The Games and Venues
Over 700 participants between the ages of 10 years to adult participated in 15 different sports over
the two-day competition. The Games included: Badminton at Laurier Collegiate, Track and Field
at Birchmount Stadium, Basketball at Woburn Collegiate, Baseball at Highview Park, Tennis at
L'Amoreaux Tennis Centre, Swimming at Laurier Collegiate Pool, Hockey at Mid Scarborough
Community Centre, Volleyball at L'Amoreaux Community Centre, Softball at Mid Scarborough
Community Centre, Brain Games and Chess at the Scarborough Civic Centre, Soccer at
L'Amoreaux Park, Rugby at McLevin Park, Bowling at Kennedy Bowl, and Table Tennis at
Woodsworth Public School.
The games had very few incidents related to venues or the organization of the games. Games were
competitive in all the returning sports and in the new sport hockey, which was well received by
spectators and competitors. The results of the two-day competition saw the Scarborough teams win
12-3 in the events. The chairperson from each sport reviewed their activity at the summary meeting
in October, 1999 and will meet with the Indianapolis representatives in February 2000 in Windsor,
Ontario.
Saturday Evening Reception
The Saturday evening reception was hosted and operated by the Scarborough Peace Games
Volunteer Committee and facilitated by East District Parks and Recreation. The evening function
took place at Burrows Hall Community Centre. The catered event was well received by those in
attendance.
Closing Ceremonies
The Closing Ceremonies for the Peace Games were held at Centennial Community Centre. The
Closing Ceremonies program was successful and all participants in the Games were recognized by
representatives from Council and the Executives of both cities. Consideration will be given by the
Peace Games Committee to moving this event to the Scarborough Civic Centre.
Indianapolis Hosted Dinner
The 1999 Appreciation Dinner was held at the Scott House in Scarborough on Sunday, July 25. A
dinner hosted by the visiting city has been a regular component of the Games. The Executive and
Council members from Indianapolis sponsored the dinner for the Scarborough Executive and
members of Scarborough Community Council in appreciation for the weekend's festivities.
Athletes' Departure
The athletes' departure took place at Centennial Community Centre on Monday, July 26, at
6:00 a.m. The departure involves assistance from the Toronto Police for the bus escort to Highway
401 and effective communication to the billets of the athletes to ensure timely departure for
participants travelling back to Indianapolis. All elements of the departure were in place for departure
by 7:00 a.m.
Post-Game Meetings
On the Sunday immediately following the Games, Executives from both cities met to discuss immediate
concerns and recommendations with regard to the 2000 Games. Discussions took place around travel
arrangements for athletes, coaches and executives and the possibility of flying athletes as an alternative to
bus travel. The Executive Committee of Indianapolis will be investigating potential costs and sponsorship
opportunities. Other discussions included investigating joint fundraising efforts and cross-promotion
strategies for the Games. These discussions will continue at the joint Executive meeting in Windsor in
February, 2000.
Conclusions:
The 1999 Indianapolis Scarborough Peace Games operated smoothly and virtually incident-free to create
one of the most exciting Peace Games ever. The success of the Games is made possible each year by the
significant volunteer contribution in partnership with the Parks and Recreation Division. Each year the
combined effort of each of these groups has created a memorable experience for all participants in the
Games.
Contact:
Paul McNabney, Supervisor of Recreation and Facilities
Parks and Recreation, East District
Phone: (416) 396-7810 Fax: (416) 396-5399 email: mcnabney@city.scarborough.on.ca
Indianapolis/Scarborough Peace Games
Parks and Recreation - East District
BUDGET FOR 2000
Item |
Description |
Budget |
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Operating Grant |
Annual Grant to the Volunteer Board
Members of the Indianapolis/Scarborough
Peace Games |
$20,000.00 |
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Souvenirs |
To be given away in Indianapolis in year 2000
as gifts and souvenirs |
$3,000.00 |
|
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Advertising and Promotion |
To promote the teams going to Indianapolis |
$1,000.00 |
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Receptions and Public
Relations |
To host a closing dinner for special guests and
volunteers in Indianapolis |
$4,500.00 |
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Travel |
Travel expenses to the pre-Games meetings
held in Windsor in January 2000 - General
Meeting |
$2,600.00 |
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Travel Expenses |
Expenses for East District Reps to go to the
Games in Indianapolis |
$7,400.00 |
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Meal Expenses |
Meal expenses for both the trip to Windsor
and to the Games in Indianapolis |
$1,170.00 |
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Conference Fees |
To Register two staff for the International
Games conference in September 2000 |
$400.00 |
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Uniforms |
Staff and Councillors' shirts for the Games in
Indianapolis |
$1,250.00 |
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Totals |
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$41,320.00 |