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Object ID |
2025.1.11 |
Object Name |
Video Recording |
Title |
Class of 2019 Colette Bourgonje Acceptance Speech |
Scope & Content |
Length: 2:36 The 2019 Canada's Sports Hall of Fame Order of Sport Awards were held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto, ON. Speech Summary: Colette Bourgonje expresses deep gratitude for receiving a second chance to dream big, attributing much of her personal growth and success to the impact of sport. She thanks Porcupine Plain, Saskatchewan, and acknowledge the life-changing lessons and values gained through both winning and losing in sports. She congratulates fellow inductees at the 64th Induction Gala and thanks Canada's Sports Hall of Fame for recognizing contributions beyond athletic achievements. She extends appreciation to key organizations—the University of Saskatchewan, Sask Sport, Nordiq Canada, and the Canadian Paralympic Committee—for their support throughout her athletic career. Thanks are also given to the Saskatoon Board of Education, volunteers, teachers, and coaches who helped shape her path. Bourgonje reflects on her current role as a teacher and coach, striving to inspire youth through sport and promote lifelong health and happiness. Finally, heartfelt thanks are offered to family and friends for their enduring support, and a closing message of gratitude is shared with Canada. |
Date |
2019/23/10 |
Year Range from |
2019 |
Year Range to |
2019 |
People |
Bourgonje, Colette |
Search Terms |
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