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Article: Ontario Lands 2011 Western Police & Fire Games Worth $10 Million in Economic Impact.
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- August 21, 2009
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The Western States Police & Fire Games will return to the Ontario Convention Center in 2011, the Ontario Convention and Visitors Bureau announced. The games are expected to generate $10 million in economic impact and book up to 4,500 room nights at local hotels June 3-11, 2011.
Returning the popular event to Ontario required the collaborative efforts of city officials, the Ontario Convention and Visitors Bureau, local police and, fire departments and organizations.
"Without the help of the mayor and city council, the games might have gone to another city," said Bob Brown, Ontario Convention and Visitors Bureau President and CEO. "Their efforts and ...