Calendar of International Events
On these pages you will find information about major events being hosted in Canada. We'll give you information about the Olympic Winter Games and World Championships. This page will be continually updated to include the latest information.
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June 21 to 28, 2008 Whitehorse, Yukon
Junior Men's Softball World Championships
August 2 to 9, 2008 Vancouver, B.C.
World Ultimate and Guts Championships
The World Ultimate and Guts, or Frisbee Championships will be played on lush fields at the University of British Columbia. More than one hundred teams from over 30 nations will gather to compete for the world title.
December 26, 2008 to January 5, 2009 Ottawa, Ontario
2009 IIHF World Junior Championship
International Ice Hockey Federation Junior World Championship for players under 20.
September 1 to 8, 2009 Calgary, Alberta
WorldSkills Championship
Youth from around the world compete in the skills of their various trades, and test themselves against demanding international standards.
February 12 to 28, 2010 Vancouver, BC
Olympic Winter Games Vancouver, BC
Alpine Skiing, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Cross Country Skiing, Curling, Figure Sskating, Freestyle Skiing, Ice Hockey, Ice Sledge Hockey, Luge, Nordic Combined, Speedskating, Long and Short Track, Skeleton, Ski Jumping and Snowboard.
March 12 to 21, 2010 Vancouver BC
Paralympic Games Vancouver, BC
Alpine Skiing, Biathlon, Cross Country Skiing, and Wheelchair curling
Accomodations
To decide where to stay during those events, check out TripAdvisor
Find the best deals available for those events and read reviews on Hotels in Canada
TAX REFUNDS FOR VISITORS TO CANADA
When you leave Canada, you may be eligible for a tax refund on goods you bought in Canada if you take them out of the country within 60 days. You may also claim a refund for the goods and services tax (GST) or the harmonized sales tax (HST) paid on accommodations if you stay less than one month at the same location.
NOTE On September 25, 2006, the Government of Canada announced the elimination of the GST Visitors' Rebate Program
However, if you have visited Canada recently, you might still be eligible for a rebate. Check the
Canada Revenue Tax Refund for Visitors Guide
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