NEWS FROM VANCOUVER 2010 PARALYMPIC WINTER GAMES

UN General Assembly Adopts Olympic Truce Resolution
UN General Assembly adopted the Olympic Truce Resolution for the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games

VANOC Launches Games-time Website
www.vancouver2010.com is getting its Games face on as the international online host for the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games

Paralympic Winter Games Medals Unveiled in Vancouver
Dramatic form of the Vancouver 2010 medals is inspired by the ocean waves, drifting snow and mountainous landscape

Vancouver 2010 Employees and Volunteers to Wear All Blue Uniforms
VANOC has announced the official uniforms for the employees and volunteers who will be working during the Games

Visa will once again sponsor the Paralympic Hall of Fame
Visa Paralympic Hall of Fame Call for Nominations

IPC to Inform Athletes of the 2010 Prohibited List
Changes in Prohibited list released on 1 October

German President Becomes Patron for German Paralympic Youth Programme
Prof. Dr. Horst Koehler, President of the Federal Republic of Germany, has become the official Patron of the German initiative “Youth Training for Paralympics” in Germany.

VANOC Looks for Volunteer Performers at Paralympic Ceremonies
Five thousand spots are available starting today for volunteers wanting to be a part of the breathtaking and inspiring Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games

VANOC Announces Creative Talent Behind Paralympic Opening and Closing Ceremonies
Fifteen Canadians with expertise in costumes, lighting, music, and stage direction are joining the creative team of the Opening and Closing Ceremonies

Canada Reveals Vancouver Ice Sledge Hockey Uniform
Ice Sledge Hockey teams around the world are looking to Team Canada this week, as they have just unveiled their official uniform to be worn at the upcoming Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games.

Canada Reveals Vancouver Ice Sledge Hockey Uniform
Ice Sledge Hockey teams around the world are looking to Team Canada this week, as they have just unveiled their official uniform to be worn at the upcoming Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games.