Chef de Mission - Closing Remarks

Peter Baxter, chef de mission for Team Canada at the 24th Winter Universiade, looked back on the events of the past 12 days and offered these closing remarks.

"I was thoroughly impressed by our student-athletes and the standards they set for themselves, not only in the field of competition but also in their commitment to these games from a cultural standpoint. Not only did our athletes carry themselves with class during their events, but they also showed a willingness to understand the culture of their hosts.

Canada has always taken great pride in its international reputation as a country filled with great ambassadors, and our whole team in Harbin carried themselves with tremendous grace. Our athletes warmed to the sincere, heartfelt courtesies extended to us by the Chinese, and made themselves available to their hosts at every request.

While we should be proud of what Team Canada accomplished in the sporting venues of the 24th Winter Universiade, we should also recognize our team for their efforts away from competition. It was a privilege to lead these young citizens and we should congratulate them for being true amabassadors of sport, and wonderful representatives of our country"

Peter Baxter - Chef de Mission, Team Canada