A recent press release has shed light on the legacy of .
The first winter hybrid Games of its kind produced $86.1 million of overall economic activity in British Columbia and $72.7 million in GDP for the Canadian economy. $36.5 million in salaries were paid out for 434 jobs, of which $33.2 million and 383 jobs were rooted in Vancouver and Whistler.
A $5.5 million Legacy Fund was erected to support the ongoing recovery of wounded, injured and sick serving members and veterans before, during and after the Games. This fund is managed by the True Patriot Love Foundation in Canada and the Invictus Games Foundation internationally.
Meanwhile, a $750,000 collective grant from viaSport and the Community Gaming Grants supported by the B.C. government, plus a $368,000 Founders Pass Grant from the Whistler Blackcomb Foundation made possible the procurement of new adaptive sports gear and infrastructure for local organizations.
The event achieved a balanced final budget of $63.2 million, while its social media channels generated a total reach of 2.24 billion.
"The Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 exceeded our goal of responsibly delivering an extraordinary experience for the competitors and inspiring everyone with the unconquered Invictus Spirit," said Don Lindsay, Chair of the Board, in a press release. "We touched the hearts of millions and created and funded legacy programs that will continue to benefit Canada’s and the world’s wounded, injured and sick soldiers and veterans.
"It was a collaborative effort and we thank the Invictus Games Foundation, the True Patriot Love Foundation, our government partners — Canada, B.C., Vancouver and Whistler — our co-presenting partners ATCO and Boeing and all others who supported us. We also very much appreciate our historic close partnership with the Squamish, Lil’wat, Tsleil-Waututh and Musqueam Nations, and the truly tireless dedication of our thousands of volunteers and staff."
An unprecedented 23 countries participated in IG25, which unlike any of its predecessors was held simultaneously in two communities. The opening ceremony was attended by a sold-out audience of 40,000 (another first) as Canada became the only nation to date to host two Games. IG25 also represented the first time four Host First Nations engaged in a comprehensive partnership with organizers.
"I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone involved in making these extraordinary Games possible, most of all the Four Host First Nations who welcomed us into their land," said Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and founder of the Invictus Games Foundation, in a release. "To the tens of thousands who packed the stands, I thank you for creating an unforgettable atmosphere for our competitors and their families.
"To everyone who gave it their all for their country and the Invictus Games, thank you and I salute you. From start to finish, there was a special kind of hospitality and energy about these Games and Canada absolutely delivered once again."
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