Close Alert Banner
Skip to Content

County of Renfrew Logo County of Renfrew Print Logo

Contact Us
  • Living Here
    • Animal Services
    • Community Calendar
    • Education
    • Emergency Services
    • Home and Property
    • Indigenous Relations
    • Libraries
    • Long-Term Care
    • Maps
    • Outdoors
    • Places of Worship
    • Roads
    • Sports and Recreation
  • Community Services
    • Child Care and Early Years
    • Health Care and Wellness
    • Homelessness Prevention Program
    • Long-Term Care
    • Ontario Works
    • Program Calendar
    • Community Housing
  • Business and Development
    • Business Licences and Permits
    • Community Profile
    • Economic Development
    • Leasing Opportunities
    • Maps
    • Planning and Land Use
    • Start or Grow Your Business
    • Tenders
    • Tourism
  • County Government
    • About the County
    • Accessibility
    • By-laws
    • Careers
    • Committees
    • Contact Us
    • Council
    • Council and Committee Calendar
    • News and Notices
    • Policies
    • Provincial Offences Court
    • Provincial Offences Court Calendar
    • Report a Concern
    • Reports, Plans and Studies
    • Tenders
I Want To
Close I Want To Menu
  • Apply

    • Bid on a Tender
    • Child Care and Early Years
    • Ontario Works
    • Community Housing
  • Pay and Donate

    • Business Licences and Permits
    • Pay a Ticket or Fine
  • Report and Request

    • Freedom of Information
    • Report a Concern
A river flowing through a woodland

Successful first weekend wraps at Renfrew County 2023 Ontario Winter Games

  • Open new window to share this page via Facebook Facebook
  • Open new window to share this page via Twitter Twitter
  • Open new window to share this page via Pinterest Pinterest
  • Open new window to share this page via LinkedIn LinkedIn
  • Email this page Email
Email icon Back to Search
Ringette bronze medal sisters

Arnprior twins Alexis (left) and Jaidyn McGuire won bronze medals in Ringette at the Renfrew County 2023 Ontario Winter Games. 

 

RELEASE DATE:

February 6, 2023 

With the first weekend of the Renfrew County 2023 Ontario Winter Games complete, the Games Organizing Committee is reflecting on the successes and already looking ahead to next weekend.

By all accounts, athletes and visitors enjoyed their time in Renfrew County, with many reaching out on social media to credit organizers and especially volunteers, for enhancing their Games experience throughout the weekend.

Among the successes for local participants, the U14 Ottawa Valley Titans – featuring Coach Scott Buffam from Arnprior and Renfrew County players goalie Brian Rathwell from Pembroke; defencemen Andrew Enright from Cobden; defencemen Tyler McEnery from Eganville; and forward Kaden McGregor from Braeside – took home a silver medal in the men’s hockey competition and Arnprior twins Alexis and Jaidyn McGuire won bronze in ringette as members of Team Black.

Buffam said the whole event had a real hometown feel, which was exciting for the team that typically plays further away from home.

“This was totally Renfrew County; everywhere you go, there are volunteers with smiles on their faces,” he said. “We had a huge turnout that you don’t get in big centres. It was amazing to see so many people supporting all the athletes.”

Renfrew County hockey

The U14 Ottawa Valley Titans AAA team which won silver in men’s hockey at the Renfrew County 2023 Ontario Winter Games featured five Renfrew County residents (from left) Tyler McEnery of Eganville, Kaden McGregor of Braeside, Andrew Enright of Cobden, coach Scott Buffam of Arnprior and Brian Rathwell of Pembroke. 

As the Chair of the Games Organizing Committee, Renfrew County Warden Peter Emon travelled around to a number of venues and different sports during the first weekend and received positive feedback.

“I had a chance to speak with parents and athletes and they were all raving about the venues, the food, the smiling faces of the volunteers and how helpful they were overall, and how well-organized things were,” the Warden said. “This is a credit to our volunteers who really embraced their roles and did a super job showcasing our community.”

In order to give the 1,200 participants in the second weekend (February 9-12) the same full Games experience, a second outdoor Opening Ceremony will be held February 9 at Ma-te-Way Park in Renfrew. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. with the area opening to the public at 5:30 p.m.

The second weekend will feature a number of outdoor sports: Alpine Skiing and Para-Alpine at Calabogie Peaks; Cross-Country Skiing and Para Cross-Country at Ma-te-Way Park, Renfrew; and Biathlon at Calabogie Highlands Golf Club. The remaining indoor sports are Badminton and Squash at Dundonald Hall, Garrison Petawawa; Kickboxing at Valour JK-12 School, Petawawa; Sledge Hockey at the Petawawa Civic Centre; Wrestling at Fellowes High School, Pembroke; Karate at Renfrew Collegiate Institute; Weightlifting at Madawaska Valley District High School, Barry’s Bay; Wushu at Arnprior District High School; and Bowling at Merivale Bowling in Nepean.

For more information about the Games, or to register and sign up for the available volunteer opportunities, visit renfrewcounty2023.ca.

Follow the Renfrew County 2023 Ontario Winter Games on social media for photos from the first weekend: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Cindy Burwell          Games Manager, Renfrew County 2023         613-433-1037

Tina Peplinskie        Media Relations Coordinator                             613-735-7288     

   

U14 Ottawa Valley Titans Silver

The U14 Ottawa Valley Titans AAA won the silver medal in the men’s hockey competition of the Renfrew County 2023 Ontario Winter Games. The team lost the final 4-1 against the Sun County Panthers during the tournament final February 5 at the Ma-te-Way Activity Centre in Renfrew. 

Email iconSubscribe

Contact Us

Subscribe to page updates

County of Renfrew Footer logo

AccessibilityFreedom of InformationPrivacy PolicyTerms of UseSitemapWebsite FeedbackContact UsA-Z ServicesCareersTendersReport an Issue

© 2020 County of Renfrew, 9 International Drive, Pembroke ON K8A 6W5, Phone: 1-800-273-0183, Fax: 613-735-2081 | Staff Login | Staff Email

View our Facebook Page View our Twitter Page View our YouTube Page
By GHD Digital
Close Old Browser Notification
Browser Compatibility Notification
It appears you are trying to access this site using an outdated browser. As a result, parts of the site may not function properly for you. We recommend updating your browser to its most recent version at your earliest convenience.