The Honourable Andrea Barbour, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation, today announced Team NL Mission Staff for the 2027 Canada Winter Games.
The 17 members of Team NL’s Mission Staff are:
- Andy Poole, Glovertown
- Brian Bennett, Conception Bay South
- Clint Clark, Happy Valley-Goose Bay
- Courtney Nichol, St. John’s
- David Crane, South River
- Erin Skinner, Mount Pearl
- Gary Martin, Mount Pearl
- Isabelle Baird, Portugal Cove – St. Phillips
- Josh Blackwood, Clarenville
- Keith Bursey, Pasadena
- Kyle Barron, Stephenville
- Melissa Blackler, Twillingate
- Michelle Bartlett, Bay Bulls
- Mike Summers, Torbay
- Scott Bennett, Corner Brook
- Tanya Haywood, St. John’s
- Tina Purcell, Gander
As previously announced, Karen Sherriffs was appointed Chef de Mission for Team NL at the 2027 Canada Winter Games, while Allison Sturge and Jamie Randell were appointed to the roles of Assistant Chefs.
The 2027 Canada Winter Games are taking place in Quebec City from February 27 to March 14, 2027. The Canada Games are the country’s largest amateur multi-sport event and is held every two years, alternating between summer and winter events.
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“A heartfelt thank you to the 2027 Team NL Mission Staff for dedicating your time, expertise, and commitment to supporting our athletes, coaches, and managers as they prepare for Canada’s premier multi-sport event. The knowledge, leadership, and experience each of you brings will be invaluable. Wishing you all the best as you work together toward a memorable and successful Canada Games!”
Honourable Andrea Barbour
Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation
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