This family -friendly event features games, activities and a live broadcast of the England vs. Italy match from 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™
The free event runs from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday, June 14
CBC is proud to partner with CIBC to bring Canadians CIBC Soccer Nation, a seven-city viewing tour each weekend throughout 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™, bringing the beautiful game to audiences in communities across the country. This weekend marks the first stop on the cross-country tour with a viewing event in Vancouver’s Victoria Park. Each CIBC Soccer Nation event is made possible with additional support from adidas.
Soccer fans of all ages come out to take part in CIBC Soccer Nation’s tour as we celebrate the beautiful game across Canada. Fun activities for the entire family this Saturday include live viewing of the England vs. Italy match, the CIBC cheer booth, the adidas zone, live musical performances by the Carnival Band as well as Taico Drummers from 12-1 p.m., prizes, and more fun activities for soccer fans of all ages. Plus, CBC Vancouver’s Shane Foxman will be at Victoria Park to welcome fans to the event.
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- What:CIBC Soccer Nation viewing event
- Where: Victoria Park, Vancouver (1425 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC V5L 2Y9)
- When:Saturday, June 14 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Who:CIBC Soccer Nation is open to soccer fans of all ages. Join CBC and CIBC as they celebrate 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ with fun free activities, games and more, and a live broadcast of the England vs. Italy match
Fans in attendance are encouraged to tweet and show some love for their team and join the conversation with #CIBCSoccerNation as they and fellow supporters light up an interactive map. Fans unable to attend the CIBC Soccer Nation event in their area can still join in the fun by following @cbcsports on Twitter and using #CBCWorldCup to share how they are celebrating the FIFA World Cup™.
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For further information, please contact:
Simon Bassett, publicist, CBC Sports
Simon.Bassett@cbc.ca 416-205-8533 (Office) 416-988-1590 (Mobile)
