A Moment of Euphoria: Holding the Olympic Torch A highlight of their visit was the privilege of holding the Olympic Torch replica, an emblem of unity, peace, and sporting spirit.

He was one of the final torch bearers of the Olympic flame, which was lit in April in Greece and slowly has journeyed toward Paris since. Snoop Dogg’s leg was in Saint-Denis, a suburb of Paris.

On Jan. 18, just after 4 p.m., the torch will travel north on Macleod Trail then loop around downtown via 17th Avenue S.W., 14 Street S.W., and Ninth Avenue S.W. before arriving at the plaza at 7 p.m.

The torch will continue its journey in northern France and through the Paris region before heading back to the French capital. The Olympic cauldron will be lit after the opening ceremony on the ...