| Barbados at the 2006 Commonwealth Games | |
|---|---|
 | |
| CGF code | BAR |
| CGA | Barbados Olympic Association |
| Website | olympic |
| in Melbourne, Australia | |
| Competitors | 21 |
| Flag bearers | Opening: Closing: |
| Medals |
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| Commonwealth Games appearances (overview) | |
Barbados was represented at the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Melbourne.
 |  |  | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Barbados | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
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