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ABOUT US
The 50 plus Games of Gaspésie and Îles-de-la-Madeleine is a regional event, a sporting and cultural gathering which contributes to improving the quality of life of seniors, to promoting physical activity, to reducing seniors'isolation; all the while being an important source of motivation and recognition of their achievements.
Our mission
Why participate in our activities?
The 50+Games event as well as our activities throughout the year are aimed at people aged 50 and older. We try to provide you with opportunities to exercise, maintain good physical and mental fitness. Our activities give you the chance to socialize, discover new activities, create connections with new people, go on group outings, discover our magnificent region, and be part of an event that brings together more than 850 participants . Why
participate? Why not!
HISTORY
In 2003, the idea to organize the Games for people aged 50 and over from the Gaspésie and the Îles-de-la-Madeleine region was born. A corporation bringing together several regional partners was formed to organize these 50+ Games in Caplan in June 2004. With great success, the Games left a significant legacy for both participants and volunteers.
The event changes locations annually to ensure maximum participation from attendees.
2004 : Caplan : 700 participants
2005 : Sainte-Anne-des-Monts : 800 participants
2006 : Gaspé : 800 participants
2007 : Bonaventure : 1 100 participants
2008 : Nouvelle : 1 300 participants
2009 : Chandler : 1 300 participants
2010 : New Richmond : 1 400 participants
2011 : Carleton-sur-Mer: 1 350 participants
2012 : Îles-de-la-Madeleine : 600 participants
2013 : Sainte-Anne-des-Monts: 900 participants
2014 : Paspébiac : 1 300 participants
2015 : Postponed
2016 : Gaspé : 600 participants
2017 : New Richmond : 1100 participants
2018 : Grande-Rivière : 800 participants
2019 : Matapédia-et-les-plateaux : 800 participants
2020 : Postponed
2021 : Postponed
2022 : Secteur de l'Estran : 350 participants
2023 : Maria and Carleton-sur-Mer : 850 participants
2024 : New Richmond : 1860 participants
The Games have become the leading sports and cultural event for those aged 50 and over in the Gaspésie and the Magdalen Islands.