The official name of 2010 Winter Olympics is XXI Olympic Winter Games or 21st Winter Olympics and is one of the major international multi-sport events which is being held from 12th to 28th February, 2010. Vancouver will be the host of upcoming 2010 Winter Olympics with some of the events held in Whistler, British Columbia along with the suburbs of Vancouver, which includes Richmond, West Vancouver and University Endowment Lands. VANOC or Vancouver Organizing Committee is organizing the hugely loved Winter Olympics. Canada is hosting Olympics for the third time. In the year 1976, Canada has hosted the Summer Olympics in Montreal, Quebec, whereas the 1988 Winter Olympics was hosted by Calgary, Alberta. During the 2006 Winter Olympics closing ceremony held in Turin, Italy, the Olympic flag was received by the mayor of Vancouver, Sam Sullivan. On 28th February, 2006, flag has been raised amidst huge celebration and was displayed at the Vancouver City Hall till the opening ceremony of Olympics. Governor General Michaelle Jean has officially opened the event. On 2nd July, 2003, the bidding process has been won by Vancouver during the 115th IOC Session held in Prague, Czech Republic. In order to upgrade the Sea-to-Sky Highway, approximately $600 million has been invested by the British Columbia Government. This will successfully manage the enhanced traffic between Vancouver and Whistler. BC Place Stadium is the host for both the opening and closing ceremonies. On 27th November, 2007, mascots for the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games have been introduced. The mascots of Olympic Games are Miga and Quatchi, whereas Sumi is for the Paralympic Games. With a huge fan following, Olympics is certainly a remarkable experience to watch out for!
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