The Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport), , announced the Government of Canada’s contribution to the Canadian Amateur Wrestling Association in support of the 2011 Canada Cup of International Wrestling.
The Canada Cup of International Wrestling, hosted by the Canadian Amateur Wrestling Association (Wrestling Canada Lutte), is an annual event that attracts 160 athletes from seven countries. This year’s competition will be held July 2 and 3 in Guelph, Ontario.
“Our Government is proud to support the 2011 Canada Cup of International Wrestling, “said Minister of State Gosal. “This world-class event is a great opportunity to shine a light on the excellence of our elite and emerging wrestlers and let them showcase their talents. I wish all participants”athletes from abroad and those from all over Canada”much success at the Canada Cup of International Wrestling.”
Wrestling Canada Lutte is the national sport governing body for Olympic-style wrestling in Canada. The association’s role is to encourage and develop the widest participation and highest proficiency in Olympic wrestling in Canada.
The Government of Canada is the single largest contributor to sport in Canada and supports participation and excellence from the playground to the podium. A contribution of $45,000 was provided for the 2011 Canada Cup of International Wrestling through Sport Canada’s Hosting Program.
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