HALIFAX OLYMPIC TORCH PARADE

November 18, 2009

We went to see the downtown Halifax Olympic Torch Parade on the evening of November 18th. Sarah Conrad was a torch bearer and she played a key role in the ceremony. She snowboarded down Citadel Hill, received the flame from Sidney Crosby, carried the torch to the Grand Parade and lit the caldron in front of City Hall with Primer Dexter, Mayor Kelly and all the other dignitaries who were present on the main stage. Bob was able to get a picture with Sarah and Stephen with the Olympic torch and Jon got an excellent shot of Sidney Crosby handing off the flame to Sarah.

Many more people show up than was anticipated by the officials. There was no crowd control and it was a free for all, especially when Sidney Crosby showed up. Bob played paparazzi and shoved his way up close but didn’t get a good photo. He was almost knocked off of his feet when the crowd bolted to catch the action.
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A proud moment for Stephen.

Genevieve and Stephen watch Sarah Conrad board down Citadel Hill.

Gary and Genny, Sarah's parents.


Sarah makes it down!


Waiting for Sidney Crosby

Sidney arrives along with throngs of people.

Handover of the flame.

Lighting the cauldron at City Hall.

A mosaic of photos.