SUDBURY —The Ontario government is investing $235,000 to support Greater Sudbury’s successful bid to host the 2025 Ontario 55+ Summer Games. By hosting more than 1,000 participants in almost 20 events, the 2025 Ontario 55+ Summer Games is expected to generate over $1.5 million in local economic benefits to Greater Sudbury and the surrounding communities.
“Our government is proud to support the 2025 Ontario 55+ Summer Games in Greater Sudbury where our 55+ participants can showcase their abilities in competitions with their peers from across the province,” said Neil Lumsden, Minister of Sport. “The games are another great example of our work to maximize the economic impact of sport tourism in Ontario and help older adults lead healthier, more active lives.”
The 2025 Ontario 55+ Summer Games will provide a welcome boost to tourism in the north and strengthen local hospitality industries, businesses, hotels, and restaurants as visitors enjoy the hustle and bustle of everyday life in Greater Sudbury and experience the region’s incredible landscape.
The Ontario 55+ Summer Games occurs every two years and is delivered by the Ministry of Sport, in partnership with the Ontario Senior Games Association (OSGA). Participants of the Ontario 55+ Summer Games can also go on to represent Ontario at the next Canada 55+ Games.
Hosting the Games in Northern Ontario supports the government’s ongoing efforts to provide people of all ages and abilities the opportunities to access sports and recreation no matter where they live. Games Ontario events increase tourism and build up a resume for northern communities to host more sports events, develop a base of qualified volunteers and encourage more people to take part in future Games.