The Faces of Our Games campaign showcases compelling stories from diverse athletes, coaches, officials, alumni, volunteers and administrators and their unique journeys and experiences through the Canada Games.
We strive to reflect Canada’s diversity and champion inclusion by empowering everyone to be able to see themselves within the Canada Games Movement. No matter your role or background, there is a place for you here.
Arcel is a three-time Canada Games alum in table tennis and volleyball, a recipient of the Pat Lechelt True Sport Award, and an active Mission Team member for Team Yukon. His family immigrated to Canada from the Philippines in 2011.
Cindy is a six-time Paralympian, a Canada Games alum in athletics and wheelchair basketball, and a Board member with the Québec 2027 Canada Games. She is a 2SLGBTQIA+ and anti-bullying advocate.
Judy is a passionate sport administration professional and leadership volunteer, and a fierce champion for accessibility and inclusion. She has been to 10+ Canada Games as Mission Staff for Team BC and is a Board member of the Canada Games Council.
Tasia is a Canada Games athlete and coach alum in basketball. Now a sport administrator, her fourth Games will be in the role of Mission Staff for Team Nova Scotia. She firmly believes in the power of sport as a tool for empowerment and social justice.
Taylor is a proud Mi’Kmaw woman and member of the Miawpukek First Nation. She is the head coach of Team Alberta’s 2025 Canada Games women’s wrestling team, a sport administrator and the co-winner of The Amazing Race Canada.
