Surrey needs a big volunteer team to plan 55+ BC Games in 2027<\/p>\n
Published 2:30 pm Wednesday, March 25, 2026<\/p>\n
A dozen volunteer board members are needed to help organize the 2027 edition of 55+ BC Games in Surrey.<\/p>\n
The annual event, held in different cities, is billed as British Columbia\u2019s largest multi-sport event for adults aged 55 and older.<\/p>\n
In Kamloops this fall, close to 2,500 competitors are expected in 27 events including three new demonstration sports.<\/p>\n
Surrey seeks \u201cpassionate community members\u201d to help plan next year\u2019s event, Sept. 14-18, 2027.<\/p>\n
This spring, on April 25 at South Surrey Recreation and Arts Centre, free sport \u201ctry it\u201d sessions are planned during a Games-related Play for Life 55+ Sport and Wellness event, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sports include walking soccer, badminton, carpet bowling, table tennis, boccia and more, with free refreshments, light lunch and door prizes. Register on surrey.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n The 2027 55+ BC Games promise to bring thousands of participants, volunteers and visitors to Surrey, showcasing \u201cthe city\u2019s vibrant spirit and welcoming atmosphere,\u201d a city hall news release trumpets.<\/p>\n Applicants are needed for board vice-president along with directors of administration, medical services, promotions, protocol, transportation, venue operations and other positions listed on surrey.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cDirectors are expected to serve from Board appointment in April 2026 through to the closing of the Host Society in June 2028,\u201d the website notes. \u201cDirectors oversee their portfolio throughout the planning, Games-time operations, and post-Games wrap-up phases.\u201d<\/p>\n Orientation sessions start in May for the board, which will get to work this fall in partnership with city staff, community partners and BC Seniors Games Society.<\/p>\n Volunteers play a key role in making large events like the 55+ BC Games possible, Mayor Brenda Locke says.<\/p>\n \u201cServing on the board is a meaningful way to support your community and help create a memorable experience for participants and visitors. I encourage everyone to be part of the Games, whether that\u2019s volunteering, participating, or cheering on the athletes.\u201d<\/p>\n Athlete registration for 2026 is done on 55plusbcgames.org<\/a>. \u201cRegistration is currently closed due to software issues (Registration for Hockey, Pickleball, Slo-Pitch and Soccer begins May 4, 2026),\u201d the website says.<\/p>\n