The Olympic Cauldron - Vancouver, BC
N 49° 17.361 W 123° 07.060
10U E 491443 N 5459628
The Olympic Cauldron is located at Jack Poole Plaza by the Vancouver Convention Centre. It is a permanent 10-metre tall landmark. It is sitting on the plaza as a reminder of Vancouver’s part in the 2010 Winter Games.
Waymark Code: WM16VYQ
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date Posted: 10/13/2022
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The interpretive sign reads: "Following the longest national torch relay in Olympic history, the Olympic Cauldron was lit on February 2010 marking the official opening of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
"Arriving from Athens, Greece, the Olympic Flame was proudly carried by 12,000 torchbearers on a 45,000 kilometre journey across the country, embracing Canadians in over 1,000 communities along the way in the excitement of the Games.
"As the flame made its way from coast to coast, it did much more than shine a light on the people and places that are truly Canadian. It carried with it a powerful message.
"The Flame symbolizes the values that lie at the heart of the Games and Canadians – peace, friendship, and respect.
"The Olympic Cauldron, proudly provided by FortisBC – as a legacy for British Columbia and Canada to keep the inspiring memories of the 2010 Olympic Games alive for all. The Olympic Cauldron will be lit on special occasions to celebrate major achievements and events."
Visit Instructions:
You must have visited the site in person, not online. Please post at least one original photo of the waymark and describe your visit and any recollections you may have from the games or athlete. It is not required to include your GPSr or yourself in the photo, but you are free to do so, if desired.