Mascots
The Saskatchewan Games - Mascots
Two whitetail deer were chosen as the official mascots of the 2005 Canada Summer Games held in Regina, Saskatchewan. At the conclusion of the Canada Games the mascots were gifted to the Saskatchewan Games Council which adopted them as the official mascots of the Saskatchewan Games program.
The white-tailed deer is found naturally throughout many areas of Saskatchewan and in 2001, was named Saskatchewan's official animal. The characteristic athleticism of the white-tailed deer makes it a perfect choice for the Saskatchewan Games. The white-tailed deer exhibits many of the qualities and talents that are demonstrated by athletes. The animal is an excellent runner, jumper and swimmer.
Tansi and Ravi are a sister and brother team of white-tailed deer.
Tansi (pronounced Tawn-say) is a Cree language greeting meaning, "Hi" How are you?
Ravi (pronounced Ra-vee) means "delighted" in French.