The 2010 Winter Olympics took place in Vancouver, Canada, and had a unique and interesting mascot. The mascot for these games was named "Quatchi", and it was a fictional creature inspired by the legends of the Pacific Northwest First Nations. Quatchi was a young sasquatch with white fur, big blue ears, and wearing blue earmuffs and boots. It was described as a friendly, curious, and adventurous character, representing the spirit of the games and the host city. The name "Quatchi" is derived from "sasquatch", which is a legendary creature believed to inhabit the forests of the Pacific Northwest. This choice of mascot was a way to honor the region's rich cultural heritage and celebrate its connection to nature.
VANCOUVER 2010: Quatchi, Miga, and Sumi make their debut
Three lovable and unique critters from Canada made their international debut yesterday, becoming the latest stars in a large galaxy of Olympic Games mascots. Named Quatchi, Miga, and Sumi, the creatures join a family of official Olympic mascots that extend back to the 1972 Summer Games in Munich.
The three Vancouver 2010 mascots are distinct and special, both in terms of their personalities and in their physical appearance. Quatchi is a big, gentle and shy sasquatch. Miga is a small, mischievous and outgoing “sea bear”. Sumi, an animal guardian spirit, is a natural-born leader with a passion for protecting the environment. All three are mythical creatures inspired by local geography and legend. Quatchi and Miga will represent the Olympic Games and Sumi will represent the Paralympic Games, but they will all work together as a team.
The Vancouver2010 Organising Committee revealed the mascots to the local community and the world simultaneously through a live theatrical performance in the neighbouring city of Surrey, British Columbia, Canada, and through its website www.vancouver2010.com. The website is specifically designed to reach out to a global audience of children and Games fans, offering full mascot biographies, a mascot video, interactive e-cards, colouring pages, and games. More features will be added as 2010 draws closer.
Fair play and participation
From Munich’s dachshund to Vancouver’s imaginative creatures, the Olympic and Paralympic Games mascots bring humour and light-hearted fun to the Games experience and help provide a warm welcome to athletes and visitors from around the world, sparking excitement, laughter and cheers from children and fans.
The mascots help tell the unique story of each Games and embody the ideals of Olympism and the Paralympic Movement, bringing to life the spirit of friendship, fair play and participation.
Vancouver and Whistler will host the XXI Olympic Winter Games from 12 to 28 February 2010 and the 2010 Paralympic Winter Games from 12 to 21 March 2010. The seven Winter Olympic sports that will be on show in Vancouver are Luge, Skiing, Skating, Ice Hockey, Biathlon, Bobsleigh and Curling.
Remembering Vancouver 2010
This choice of mascot was a way to honor the region's rich cultural heritage and celebrate its connection to nature. Quatchi quickly became a beloved and iconic symbol of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Its image could be seen on merchandise, posters, and various promotional materials for the games.
Winter Olympics 10 year anniversary celebration at MOV!
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games!
MOV is celebrating by bringing one of the beloved official Olympic Mascots out from the vault to be on display in the studio. Quatchi, the lovable sasquatch mascot and representative of the Lil'wat First Nation, will be on display in the MOV studio from February 12 to March 21, 2020.
Take a selfie with Quatchi and post to share your Olympic memories from 2010 using the hashtag #powerofsport2010.
Dates: February 12 – March 21, 2020
Admission: Free with General Admission to MOV
MOV will also be offering 2 for 1 admission during the entirety of the Olympic and Paralympic anniversary with our “Show us Your Gear” campaign!
Come to MOV sporting your 2010 Olympic Red Mittens, Official merchandise, or even bearing your 2010 Olympic pins and receive 2 for 1 admission to MOV and all our feature exhibitions.*
*This offer cannot be combined with other discounts
ACCESSIBILITY:
Mobility Access: Museum of Vancouver (MOV) is wheelchair and scooter accessible, including washrooms, ramps and elevators, and wide entrances and exits.
Parking: The MOV parking lot is run by EasyPark, please remember to pay for parking before entering the building. There is also street parking available.
Transit: Plan your trip. Address: 1100 Chestnut Street
Bathrooms: There are a mix of single stalled and multi-stalled bathrooms located in the Lower Lobby of MOV, which can be accessed by elevator or stairs.
We acknowledge the Museum of Vancouver is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, at the site of the ancestral Village of Sen̓áḵw – neighbouring the current Sḵwx̱wú7mesh reserve of the same name.
Polish newspaper claims 'Pedobear' is 2010 Vancouver Olympic mascot
A Polish newspaper mistakenly identified "Pedobear", a notorious internet meme, as one of the mascots of the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.
By Matthew Moore and Matthewmoore 08 February 2010 • 9:37am The incorrect mascot is on the far rightThe Gazeta Olsztynska published an image showing the bear alongside genuine Olympic mascots Quatchi, Sumi, Miga and Mukmuk to illustrate a feature about the Games.
It appears that the newspaper lifted the picture from Google Images, unaware that it had been created as a prank by Michael Barrick, a Canadian artist and graphic designer.
Pedobear, who is on the far right of the picture, was originally devised by members of the anarchic 4chan message board as a way of mocking users who expressed a sexual interest in young people.
Since then a tasteless internet trend – or meme – has emerged in which users insert the bear into other photos in a contest to create the most inappropriate composite image.
On his blog yesterday Mr Barrick wrote that online amusement about the newspaper's error had sparked a surge of interest in his artwork, and hinted that the financial burden of the Games on Canadian taxpayers was the motivation for his mischievous creation.
He wrote: "There seems to be a Tweet about this coming up every minute or two. The day before this started I was amused by the 27,000 hits I got in January. Yesterday alone I got 120,000 (with about one third coming from Poland) and today is looking like it will top that by at least double."
He added: "Maybe I'll just keep the money to help cover the price gouging, raised taxes, disappearing arts funding, and all the other "benefits" we Vancouverites are getting from the games that are kicking me in the back pocket."
The four genuine mascots of the Vancouver Olympics and Paralympics were inspired by traditional native creatures.
Quatchi's adventures were also documented in a series of animated shorts, showcasing the mascot's playful and fun-loving nature. The idea behind Quatchi was to create a mascot that would appeal to both children and adults, representing the Olympic spirit of friendship, unity, and joy. The choice of a sasquatch, a mythical creature deeply rooted in local folklore, also added a touch of mystery and intrigue to the mascot's character. Overall, Quatchi was a memorable and successful mascot for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. It captured the imagination of the public and helped bring the spirit of the games to life. Through its whimsical design and playful personality, Quatchi left a lasting impression on the world and will forever be associated with the Vancouver Winter Olympics..
Reviews for "From Concept Art to Stuffed Toys: A Closer Look at the Merchandise based on the 2010 Winter Olympics Mascot"
1. John - 2/5 - The 2010 Winter Olympics mascot was quite underwhelming in my opinion. It lacked creativity and originality. It was just a simple, cuddly mascot that failed to capture the essence of the Olympics. I was expecting something more exciting and unique, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. Overall, I was disappointed with the choice of mascot for the 2010 Winter Olympics.
2. Sarah - 3/5 - While the 2010 Winter Olympics mascot was cute and appealing to children, it lacked a deeper meaning or symbolism that could resonate with a wider audience. The simplicity of the design made it seem like an ordinary plush toy rather than a mascot representing a prestigious international sporting event. It felt like a missed opportunity to create a mascot that would leave a lasting impression on spectators and athletes alike.
3. Alex - 2/5 - The 2010 Winter Olympics mascot was forgettable at best. It lacked the charm and charisma of previous Olympic mascots. The design seemed generic and unremarkable. I couldn't help but feel that the organizers missed an opportunity to create a memorable and iconic mascot that would truly represent the spirit of the Winter Olympics. Overall, I found the mascot to be uninspiring and easily forgettable.