Invictus Games: Team Canada athletes counting down the days [Video]

In recent weeks, BC Place has hosted the Grey Cup and the biggest musical act on the planet – and soon, the opening ceremonies of the Invictus Games will take over the venue.

“The power of showing up cannot be overstated. When you fill a seat at the Invictus Games, you’re not just a spectator. You become part of an important shared journey of recovery,” said Scott Moore, CEO of the week-long competition for wounded, injured and sick soldiers.

For the first time, the games will include winter sports such as alpine skiing, skeleton and wheelchair curling.

More than 500 athletes from 23 different countries are scheduled to participate from Feb. 8-16.

“The Invictus Games helped me realize that life does not end with the injury. It’s just the beginning,” said Team Canada’s Robert Pullen, who uses a wheelchair after being injured during the Medak Pocket Battle while serving in …