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Remembering the Games: Your favourite Olympic moment

Montreal has a strong place in Olympic history. As the city welcomes the new Olympic House, we want to know: What is your favourite Olympic memory?

Olympic House opening stirs memories of Games past

CBC News Montreal anchor Debra Arbec's family hosted members of the Soviet Olympic team in 1976 (a tiny Debra is there in the middle!). (Submitted by Debra Arbec)

This week, Montreal officially welcomed a new addition to its skyline. The rings atop the new Olympic House are a visual reminder of the city's place in Olympic history. 

It was nearly 40 years ago that the Olympic torch was lit at the Big O.

While she was just a child at the time, CBC News Montreal anchor Debra Arbec remembers it well. Her family hosted a number of soviet athletes during the games, including the larger-than-life weightlifter Vasili Alexeev. 

Watch the video to hear more about her Olympic memories.

What are your Olympic memories?

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CBC New Montreal anchor Debra Arbec remembers her family hosting Soviet athletes, including the larger-than-life weightlifter Vasili Alexeev, during the 1976 Olympics

What was your fondest Olympic memory? Watching Canada's gold hockey win? Volunteering at the games? Pin collecting? Cheering on your favourite athlete from the sidelines? 

Tell us on Facebook, Twitter or in the comments section.