Olympic Torch Celebration
The Olympics have ended but you can still be a part of the legacy...
Share in some of the highlights of High River's Torch Celebration:
Young and old had the opportunity to have their picture taken with the torch
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Belf Quon carried the torch on a restored 1908 Fire wagon driven by Art Cox
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Bill Holmes Sr. was the torch bearer selected to light the cauldron
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A crowd of approximately 5,000 participated in the festivities
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The crowd cheered Fritz the painter as he completed his masterpiece, which was donated to the Town of High River
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The River City combined jazz band with musicians from three local schools was part of the celebration
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George Canyon
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Melanie Laine
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Torch Celebration Legacy Program
You can still share in this once in a lifetime event through the Torch Celebration Legacy Program.
The goal of this program is to create a lasting legacy in High River commemorating this once in a lifetime event. Funds raised through this program will be used to create a piece of artwork, reflecting the Olympic theme, which will be placed in a prominent public location as a lifetime memory of this significant event.
Sponsorships are available at the following levels:
Gold - minimum $200, includes entry in a draw to win one of the official banners hanging along High River's torch route, the sponsor's name inscribed on a piece of public art to commemorate the event and publicity in all media materials.
Silver - minimum $100 includes the sponsor's name inscribed on a piece of public art to commemorate the event and publicity in all media materials.
Bronze - $20 - $99 includes the sponsor's name inscribed on the public art piece.
An application form will be posted in the near future. Watch this website for more details
