The Host Committee for the 2016 Power Smart Manitoba Summer Games in Steinbach has launched some of its merchandise.

Carolyn Peters and Robin Paisley are members of the Merchandise Committee. They announced Friday that their slogan is "Dream It, Live It" which has been printed on various types of clothing. Peters says they are very excited about it.

"The Marketing Committee came up with this brand. It is so great. We love it so much and we think it completely defines how our young athletes feel about participating in a summer games like this. So you'll see the "Dream It, Live It" logo around town starting Tuesday and we're really excited."

She adds says they are starting out with T-shirts and hoodies and will add other items in the new year. The merchandise will be available starting Tuesday at various Steinbach locations including several co-op gas bars, Timber Falls, Source for Sports and Ideal Fashions. Peters says, "For us to get it into the stores for Christmas, it's a great gift. We have fabulous T-shirts and hoodies. There'll be a little bit more after Christmas once we get more into the games. But just to get a taste of it, we've launched this for Christmas."

Merchandise sales are part of the fundraising and awareness activities for the games.