Spirit of the Games, 1994 Commonwealth Games

Thirty years ago the 1994 Commonwealth Games were hosted from August 18th - 28th in Victoria BC, Canada. Known as the 'Friendly Games' they were very special as they welcomed South Africa back into the Commonwealth following the apartheid era; it was Hong Kong's last time to participate in the Games, before their transfer of sovereignty; & this was the first Games that incorporated athletes with a disability.  Indigenous peoples from throughout the Commonwealth also gathered in Victoria to share their diverse cultures.  
These 11 daily programs capture the people who participated as volunteers, athletes, entertainers, cultural representatives & locals hosting their special Commonwealth visitors. Host Michael Harrison, Shaheera Isis Asante, Dave Russell & Tara Shortt guide viewers through the maze of memory- making moments that will leave you wishing you were there 30 years ago. Maybe your dad, sister or neighbour was there, witness them as much younger people catching the Spirit.