This year, we’re proud to recognize the following recipients: 

Dirk Van Wijk – Dave Rees Award 

Leigh Heie – Firth Award 

John Cameron – Distinguished Volunteer Award 

Fred Bushell – Distinguished Volunteer Award 

Daniel Bellerose – Distinguished Volunteer Award 

Mathieu Laberge – Media Recognition Award 

Polar – Sponsor of the Year 

Leaving Tracks and Planting Loonies: Dirk Van Wijk’s Enduring Legacy in Canadian Skiing 

This year’s Dave Rees Award goes to Dirk Van Wijk, a lifelong contributor whose influence spans more than five decades. Dirk’s impact is wide-reaching: from his own years as a national-level athlete, to his role in building Nakkertok Nordic into a foremost ski club, to his leadership as a world-renowned snow groomer. 

Dirk has personally invested in land, trail-building, and snowmaking infrastructure, transforming Nakkertok into a high-performance venue and daily training ground for Eastern Canadian athletes. He has led grooming at three Olympic Games and multiple World Cups, elevating Canada’s reputation for world-class event hosting. He’s also mentored countless volunteers and officials across the country, always sharing his time and expertise to build capacity. Dirk’s vision, generosity, and humility have left an indelible mark on the Canadian ski landscape. 

“Skiing was always a big part of my life growing up,” Dirk shared. “I skied with my parents when I was five or six, then got into racing and competed at the World Junior Championships in 1979. Years later, when my own kids started skiing, I felt Ottawa was missing a true Nordic centre. I had a vision for lit trails, a stadium, buildings…a place to build community and performance.” 

In 2003, Dirk and his wife Claudia purchased the land that would become the home of Nakkertok South. “It’s been an ongoing project built on love of the community. Nakkertok’s members and volunteers are some of my best friends. I still love getting out and working on new trails.” 

Dirk also played a key role at the 2010, 2018, and 2022 Olympic Winter Games, where he served as a lead groomer and also posted about his adventures through a blog. “I was so surprised with how many people were reading the blog,” he said, referring to the posts he and his wife Claudia wrote during the Games. “A lot of people didn’t know how much goes on behind the scenes. It’s not what you see on TV.” The story resonated with Canadians, with multiple news articles and a CBC News segment featuring his Olympic grooming journey. Watch it here. 

At the Games in Korea and China, Dirk buried a loonie under the finish line for good luck, but in China it needed to be a quiet gesture carried out mid-groom, in the dead of night. “In China, I just opened the window and threw the loonie out of the machine,” he laughed. “It was a good luck thing to do.” 

Dirk’s efforts remind us that a single person’s vision can leave a legacy. That same spirit of care shines in the work of our next award recipient. 

From Bunnyrabbits to a National Movement: Leigh Heie’s Journey of Joy and Empowerment

The Firth Award, named after Olympians Sharon and Shirley Firth, is presented to a woman who has made an outstanding contribution to Canadian cross-country skiing. This year’s recipient, Leigh Heie of the Camrose Ski Club, exemplifies that legacy through her 15+ years of coaching and leadership.

Leigh’s path to coaching began before her children were in Jackrabbits and a good friend asked if she’d help coach the Bunnies (3-5 year olds). “I said, ‘I barely even know how to ski,’ and she said, ‘Don’t worry – all you need to do is fall down and get back up and make it

fun!'” Leigh went out that evening, feeling very out of her element. It was dark, cold, and wintery, but the stadium lights were on, the kids were having fun, and parents were pitching in too. There was something truly magical about it and that night, she was hooked. That intro grew into a coaching career that has guided athletes from Bunnies to the Youth Olympic Games and USA Biathlon Nationals podiums.

“I think it’s my superpower that I didn’t grow up skiing,” she explains. “It helps me connect with people who find it intimidating. I can relate to them, help them feel like they belong, and give them the confidence and skills to believe they CAN do this.”

Creating belonging is at the core of everything Leigh does, especially in her work with young athletes. “My role is to believe in them and then help them build that same belief in themselves and in each other,” she says. “Teens especially struggle with self-doubt, figuring out who they are and where they belong. If you can create that sense of belonging and make the process FUN, the results will follow.”

That sense of connection became even more important following the loss of her son Ole, a young athlete on the team. “The team became a family,” she reflects. “We had to support each other, and we had to somehow make it joyful again.”

“Everyone needed each other,” she adds. “I was there for the kids and they were there for me, and this entire nordic community became our lifeline.”

“Ole was all about encouraging others in all aspects of his life,” Leigh says. “We carry Ole and his spirit into our practices and races and it’s created an unsaid bond.” Through the Ski Like Ole Foundation, Leigh and her family have created a movement about joy, encouragement, and community. The annual Ski Like Ole Lapapalooza has rallied hundreds of skiers across Canada and the world to log kilometres, share stories, and raise funds for skier scholarships and community projects. Live Like Ole now extends to Run Like Ole trail nights, Ride Like Ole events, and a message: sport is about empowering others.

Leigh nurtures that same spirit at every practice. Athletes start and end each session by sharing something with the group – whether that be about technique, training, or just life. “It builds connection,” she says. “There’s a lot of meaning in being able to share and really be listened to and train with people who really truly get you.”

On winning the Firth Award, Leigh is humbled. “I didn’t expect this at all…it completely caught me off guard. To be recognized alongside trailblazers like Sharon and Shirley Firth, and so many women I admire, is incredibly meaningful. I’m deeply honoured.”

Leigh’s leadership and commitment to creating spaces where people feel seen and empowered make her a remarkable coach and a truly deserving recipient of the Firth Award.

Honouring John Cameron: A Champion for Skiing in Nova Scotia 

John Cameron has been a driving force in Nova Scotia’s ski community for over two decades. As President of Cross Country Nova Scotia (CCNS) from 2016 to 2022, John helped elevate the organization’s profile, streamline operations, and lead it from Tier 3 to Tier 2 status within Sport Nova Scotia. His legacy includes launching a travelling ski fleet for schools, forging partnerships with municipal rec departments, and co-leading a national pilot program to welcome New Canadians to skiing. 

Whether coaching at the club level, volunteering at races, or training new coaches, John’s dedication is unwavering. He continues to be a mentor, builder, and advocate whose impact has helped make skiing more accessible and inclusive across the province. 

Fueled by Joy and Dedication: Fred Bushell’s 30 Years of Coaching and Community 

A fixture at Rossland’s Black Jack Ski Club, Fred Bushell has been coaching and volunteering in the Kootenays for nearly 30 years. From driving vans full of young athletes across B.C., to organizing dryland camps and multi-day adventures, Fred’s energy and warmth have shaped generations of skiers. He has served as chief of race, zone rep for the B.C. Winter Games, and mentor to many now-coaches. 

Fred is known for building strong relationships with his athletes and for creating a joyful, welcoming environment that keeps kids in the sport. Despite his deep commitment, Fred has always refused compensation. He gives his time purely out of love for skiing and community. 

Hundreds of Kids, One Passionate Leader: Daniel Bellerose’s Legacy of Youth Skiing 

In Lanaudière, Quebec, Daniel Bellerose has been the backbone of youth ski racing for nearly two decades. As the organizer and race director behind the NorAm Youth Championships, Daniel coordinates more than 100 volunteers annually to host one of Canada’s most beloved youth events. The 30th edition in 2025 brought together over 400 young skiers from across Quebec, Ontario, and New Brunswick. 

Daniel has also led the Classique Défi regional final, served in numerous technical official roles across the province, and supported athlete education and inclusion initiatives. He is known for his tireless energy, his attention to detail, and his unwavering belief that every child should have the chance to fall in love with skiing. 

Beyond the Finish Line: Mathieu Laberge’s Gift for Storytelling in Sport 

A journalist with Sportcom, Mathieu Laberge is this year’s recipient of the Media Recognition Award for his thoughtful, timely, and engaging coverage of Canada’s World Cup skiers. Mathieu consistently goes beyond results to tell the human stories behind the performances, helping Canadians connect with our athletes on and off the trails. His professionalism and passion for sport storytelling make him an invaluable member of the ski community. 

Powering Performance, One Heartbeat at a Time: Celebrating Polar’s Impact 

Polar has been named Sponsor of the Year for their outstanding support of Team Canada. By providing heart rate watches and monitors to National Ski Team athletes, along with financial backing, Polar equips our teams with the tools they need to train, recover, and compete at on the world stage. Polar’s commitment to high-performance sport is appreciated in every heartbeat of our athletes. 

Thank you to all of our 2025 award winners for helping shape the future of cross-country skiing in Canada. 

Notice is hereby given of the Annual General Meeting of Nordiq Canada (incorporated as Cross-Country Ski de fond Canada) on June 23 at 5:00 pm MST:

1. Welcome and Call to Order
2. Declaration of Conflicts of Interest
3. Roll call and Establishment of Quorum
4. Confirmation of votes per member
5. Approval of the Agenda and appointment of meeting secretary
6. Appointment of scrutineers
7. Adoption of Minutes: 2024 AGM
8. Board Chair report (presented in advance)
9. CEO report (presented in advance)
10. Report of Auditors (2024-2025)
11. Appointment of Auditors (2025-2026)
12. Proposed Bylaw Amendments (see below, including suggested changes for presentation by members)
13. Nominations Committee Report
14. Election of New Directors (available positions: one woman and one man for independent director positions; candidates)
15. Adjournment of AGM

Please review the following documents before the AGM:  

• Division Voting Delegate Form for 2025 AGM
  • If the Division Chair will not be voting, you must submit the Division Voting Delegate Form for 2025 AGM  to nwilliams@nordiqcanada.ca no later than seven days before the AGM.
• Proposed By Law Changes for 2025 AGM
• Board Candidates

Bullock has served as a leading high-performance consultant to several winter and summer national sport organizations across the country. Most recently, he played a key role in rebuilding Rugby Canada into a medal-winning high-performance team ahead of the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. No stranger to winter sport, Bullock also consulted with Biathlon Canada’s high-performance program following a long and distinguished career with Hockey Canada, where he spent 10 years as manager of operations and national teams.

“Shawn is a proven, decisive and pragmatic leader who knows what it takes to develop excellence and drive results,” said Beckie Scott, Nordiq Canada’s CEO. “He brings immense value to this role within our program, and I am confident he will transfer the knowledge and best practices gained while working with other national sport organizations to help Nordiq Canada build a healthy culture of excellence driven by our values.

“I am very excited to start working with the high-performance team at Nordiq Canada to deliver the resources and support athletes and coaches need to achieve our goals,” said Bullock. “There will be two key priorities for me in this role: treating people with care and operating with clear deliverables and expectations.”

In addition to the announcement of Shawn Bullock as interim high-performance director, Nordiq Canada has made key staffing changes to support its goals for the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Chris Jeffries (High Performance Director), Julie Beaulieu (Sport Development Director), and Megan Begley (Chief Operations Officer) have concluded their roles. We thank them for their dedication and contributions to Canadian cross-country skiing.

Bullock will serve as interim high-performance director through the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, overseeing all technical aspects of Canada’s cross-country skiing national programs. He will work closely with coaches and support staff to develop and deliver a world-class program to Canadian athletes.

Nordiq Canada will implement a comprehensive succession plan to permanently fill the high-performance director role in spring 2026.

Nordiq Canada is the governing body for Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada. We remain committed to providing athletes, coaches and our community with the leadership and support needed to achieve success on the world stage.

Job: Director of Finance and Administration

Type: Full-time permanent

APPLICATION FORM (click to view)

Who We Are

A non-profit organization, Nordiq Canada is recognized by the Government of Canada and the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) as the governing body of cross-country and Para nordic skiing in Canada.

As the national sport organization for cross-country and Para nordic skiing, Nordiq Canada partners with divisions, clubs and others to provide the leadership, support and resources needed for all Canadians to find their own greatness in our sport, whether they aspire to ski for their country or for fun and fitness.

Job Description and Scope

Reporting to the CEO, the Director, Finance & Administration plays a critical leadership role in the organization overseeing all financial operations for the organization. They will also lead and implement all risk mitigation strategies and ensure rigorous legal and regulatory compliance as it relates to accounting and reporting functions.

The Director of Finance and Administration is expected to play a substantive strategic leadership role and is required to conceptualize, develop, implement and manage core financial policies, systems, processes and procedures which directly affect the utilization of financial resources.

The successful candidate will exemplify Nordiq Canada’ leadership competencies, displaying strategic vision, inspirational leadership, resource mobilization abilities, innovative problem-solving, and an unwavering commitment to professional integrity and ethical standards.

Specific Responsibilities include, but are not limited to;

Financial Strategy & Strategic Planning:

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support short and long-term Nordiq Canada strategic initiatives;
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and provide insights and recommendations;
• Collaborate with the Nordiq Canada Board, Finance Committee, Sport Canada, Own the Podium, Divisions, and other key stakeholders to set financial targets and monitor performance;
• Work with Fund Development team on revenue generation and management; specifically accurate forecasting and reporting of revenues;
• Reports to and advises management on revenue optimization opportunities and strategic revenues;
• Work closely with the CEO and the Senior Leadership team on any advanced financial modeling requirements.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Oversee annual budgeting process and presentation to Nordiq Canada Board for approval;
• Monitor and report on budget variances, ensuring targets are met and resources are efficiently allocated;
• Prepare and present the quarterly and year-end forecast to Nordiq Canada Board; and;
• Prepare and present Sport Canada and Own the Podium budgets and forecasts and interim reporting.

Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare and present detailed monthly and annual financial statements, reforecasts and support schedules; and,
• Final review and approval of general ledger and bank reconciliations and working papers, ensuring all reporting is timely, accurate, and compliant with applicable laws, regulations, and audit standards.

Cashflow & Treasury Management:

• Manage Nordiq Canada cashflow, ensuring efficient liquidity for operations, projects, or investments; and,
• Oversee treasury functions including banking relationships, investments, and debt management.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Identify and manage financial risks including insurance, investment, and credit risks;
• Ensure compliance with all financial, tax, and legal requirements;
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accuracy and compliance of financial records; and,
• Final oversight and management of annual financial audit and corporate tax filing.

Candidate Abilities, Background and Experience

Given the role this individual will play in Nordiq Canada’s continued growth and success, it is essential that the successful candidate possess the following education, experience, and personal characteristics:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting or other related fields; and, C.P.A. designation is required.

Experience

• Minimum of ten years progressive accounting experience;
• Minimum of seven years in a prior leadership role;
• Experience with Not-For-Profit Accounting;
• Prior experience in a National Sport Organization or similar landscape;
• Experience procuring and implementing accounting systems and expense software;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines; and,
• Expertise and comfort with technology platforms including Powerpoint, Excel, Word, MS Teams, or equivalents.

Personal / Professional Attributes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to effectively communicate financial concepts and reports to various members of the Leadership Team, problem solve, and resolve conflicts;
• Analytical, thoughtful, and possessing a level of creativity;
• Courageous – willing to have tough conversations;
• Communication skills – not only written and verbal, but also listening, and;
• Ability to handle many projects and business challenges simultaneously.

Application Deadline: May 23rd, 2025

To Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter to the application form.

APPLICATION FORM (click to view)

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Nordiq Canada provides equal opportunity to all employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, ability, sexual orientation or marital status.

Selection Rationale (click to view)

• The goal of NHPP and AAP selection criteria is to select athletes who are following the performance pathway progression in relation to global competitors to achieve podium success at the Olympic Winter Games and World Ski Championships.
• AAP carding type nominations are not finalized and subject to change upon review and acceptance by Sport Canada.
• Team and AAP criteria descriptions are abbreviated versions of the criteria. Selection was competed using the full criteria description within the selection documents.
• Development team size set to ten (10) athletes, comprised of five (5) males and five (5) females.
• Athletes must meet all eligibility requirements in the NHPP and AAP carding selection criteria to be selected or nominated.

The deadline to appeal the NHPP and AAP carding nominations is May 12, 11:59 PM in the athlete’s residing time zone. Appeals must be submitted in writing to Nordiq Canada’s Appeal Manager, Stefano Mingarelli, at stefmingarelli@gmail.com.

There is a $250 fee payable to Nordiq Canada upon submission of an appeal. It’s highly recommended having a discussion with the HPD before submitting an appeal.

Summary of Nominations:

A Team

Katherine Stewart-Jones – AWCA, Nakkertok Nordic – QC
Antoine Cyr – CNEPH, Club Skinouk – QC
Sonjaa Schmidt – AWCA, Whitehorse Nordic – YT
Xavier McKeever – AWCA, Foothills Nordic Ski Club – AB
Liliane Gagnon – CNEPH, Skibec – QC
Olivier Léveillé – CNEPH, Club de Ski de Fond Orford – QC
Alison Mackie – AWCA, Edmonton Nordic – AB
Max Hollmann – AWCA, Big Thunder Nordic – ON
Graham Ritchie – NTDC T-Bay, Georgian Nordic Outdoor Activity Centre – ON 

B Team

Tom Stephen – AWCA, Foothills Nordic Ski Club – AB
Jasmine Drolet – CNEPH, Club Nordique Mont-Sainte-Anne – QC 

National Group 1

Clara Hegan – Nakkertok Nordic – ON
Zachari Moreau – Club Nordique Mont-Sainte-Anne – QC
Amelia Wells – AWCA, Strathcona Nordic Ski Club – BC
Finn Redman – AWCA, Telemark Nordic Club – BC
Derek Deuling – AWCA, Whitehorse Nordic – YT
Justin Boudreau – CNEPH, Club de Ski de Fond Montériski – QC
Constance Lapointe – Whitehorse Nordic – YT
Sasha Masson – CNEPH, Whitehorse Nordic – YT
Jonas Rolseth – AWCA, Canmore Nordic Ski Club – AB
Minty Bradford – Whitehorse Nordic – YT
Anika Wallin – AWCA, Williams Lake Cross Country Ski Club – BC
Ben Field – AWCA, Canmore Nordic Ski Club – AB
Eamon Wilson – AWCA, Hollyburn Cross Country Ski Club – BC
Luke Allan – Nakkertok Nordic – ON

National Group 2

Olivia Bouffard-Nesbitt – AWCA, Club Fondeurs-Laurentides – QC
Pierre Grall-Johnson – CNEPH, Nakkertok Nordic – ON
Katie Weaver – AWCA, Hollyburn Cross Country Ski Club – BC
Julian Smith – NTDC T-Bay, Georgian Bay Nordic – ON
Rémi Drolet – Black Jack Ski Club – BC
Julien Locke – Black Jack Ski Club – BC
Erikson Moore – NTDC T-Bay, Club Fondeurs-Laurentides – QC
Félix-Olivier Moreau – CNEPH, Club Nordique Mont-Sainte-Anne – QC
Xavier Lefebvre – Club de Ski de Fond Montériski – QC
Scott Hill – Team Hardwood – ON
Micah Steinberg – Canmore Nordic Ski Club – AB
Marlie Molinaro – Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club – BC
Adam Heale – AWCA, Black Jack Ski Club – BC
Aidan Kirkham – Kanata Nordic Club – ON
Marielle Ackermann – Kimberley Nordic Ski Club – BC
Luke Fricker – Canmore Nordic Ski Club – AB
Ry Prior – AWCA, Club Chelsea Nordiq – QC
Anna Stewart – Nakkertok Nordic – ON
Katya Semeniuk – Nakkertok Nordic – ON
Alexandra Luxmoore – Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club – BC
Maeve MacLeod – Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club – BC
Kendyn Mashinter – NTDC T-Bay, Walden Cross Country – ON
Élie-Anne Tremblay – Skibec – QC
Samuel Picard – CNEPH, Club Fondeurs-Laurentides – QC
Sabine Comeau – Canmore Nordic Ski Club – AB
Alexandre Cormier – CNEPH, Club Fondeurs-Laurentides – QC
Garrett Siever – Telemark Nordic – BC
Noah Weir-Chaba – AWCA, Canmore Nordic Ski Club – AB
Jérémy Lantz – Club de Ski de Fond Montériski – QC
Alexis Ermel – Club Nordique Mont-Sainte-Anne – QC
Joël Thibault – Club Fondeurs-Laurentides – QC 

Development Team

Zachari Moreau – Club Nordique Mont-Sainte-Anne – QC
Finn Redman – AWCA, Telemark Nordic Club – BC
Minty Bradford – Whitehorse Nordic – YT
Anika Wallin – AWCA, Williams Lake Cross Country Ski Club – BC
Ben Field – AWCA, Canmore Nordic Ski Club – AB
Eamon Wilson – AWCA, Hollyburn Cross Country Ski Club – BC
Thierry Olivier – CNEPH, Club Nordique Mont-Sainte-Anne – QC
Aria Grandi – AWCA, Canmore Nordic Ski Club – AB
Sarah-Ève Picard – CNEPH, Club Nordique Mont-Sainte-Anne – QC
Louison Dubief – AWCA, Fernie Nordic Society – BC

The HPC oversaw the athlete nomination selection process as per the Nordiq Canada Selection, Nominations and Announcement policy. Committee members are:

• Graham Nishikawa (athlete rep – Para)
• Devon Kershaw (athlete rep – Olympic)
• Maria Lundgren (BC)
• Pauline Nadlersmith (MB)
• John Lofranco (Athletics Canada)
• Julie Beaulieu (Nordiq Canada)
• Chris Jeffries (Nordiq Canada)

Final athlete selections were approved by Chris Jeffries, High Performance Director: cjeffries@nordiqcanada.ca

Selection Rationale (click to view)

• The goal of PNST and AAP selection criteria is to select athletes who demonstrate the potential for a podium performance.
• Prospect athlete selection is targeted at newly identified Para nordic athletes. Athletes who meet objective criteria but have been supported through other program levels (Development, NextGen, World Cup) are not eligible for selection.
• Athletes exceeding the number of years to remain at a development level, can be renominated to that level if they are showing performance progression.

The deadline to appeal PN nominations is May 9, 2025 11:59 PM in the time zone of the athlete’s current residence. Appeals must be submitted in writing to Nordiq Canada’s Appeal Manager, Stefano Mingarelli, at stefmingarelli@gmail.com. There is a $250 fee payable to Nordiq Canada upon submission of an appeal. It’s highly recommended having a discussion with the HPD before submitting an appeal.

Summary of Nominations

World Cup Team: 

Mark Arendz – Rocky Mountain Racers – PEI
Natalie Wilkie – Larch Hills Nordic Society – BC
Brittany Hudak – Rocky Mountain Racers – SK
Derek Zaplotinsky – Strathcona Wilderness Centre – AB
Collin Cameron – Kivi Nordic – ON

NextGen Team:

Christina Picton – Kivi Nordic – ON
Ethan Hess – Nordic Racers Ski Club – BC
Emma Archibald – Scotia XC Club – NS

Development Team: 

Maddison Mullin – Mono Nordic Club – ON
Logan Lariviere – Kivi Nordic – ON
Jesse Bachinsky – Kenora Nordic – ON
Lyne-Marie Bilodeau – ARSNM/Mauriski – QC
Charles Lecours – Mauriski – QC

Prospects Team: 

Angela Oakley – Edmonton Nordic – AB

The HPC oversaw the athlete nomination selection process as per the Nordiq Canada Selection, Nominations and Announcement policy. Committee members are:

• Graham Nishikawa (athlete rep – Para)
• Devon Kershaw (athlete rep – Olympic)
• Maria Lundgren (BC)
• Pauline Nadlersmith (MB)
• John Lofranco (Athletics Canada)
• Julie Beaulieu (Nordiq Canada)
• Chris Jeffries (Nordiq Canada)

Final athlete selections were approved by Chris Jeffries, High Performance Director: cjeffries@nordiqcanada.ca .

We are specifically looking for candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas to help round out the capacity and capability of the Board:

• Fundraising and business development to assist the CEO with achieving a broader set of supporters for the organization
• Financial management and budgeting
• Risk Management

If you are interested in applying for the Board position, please submit your application (including cover letter and resume) via this form on or before May 10, 2025:

Submit your application

(or email Morgan Rogers, chair of the nominations committee: boardchair@nordiqcanada.ca with questions) Your cover letter and resume will be included with the AGM Notice to Members.

Nordiq Canada is committed to building cross country skiing as a sport that reflects and embraces the diversity of Canada and supports a culture that is equitable, open, welcoming, and inclusive.

Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please submit your application no later than May 10, 2025. Once the nomination period has closed, applicants will be contacted by the Nominations Committee for interviews. Details of the nomination, election process, and the definition of an Independent Director are set out in Nordiq Canada’s by-laws.

Participation in the Nordiq Canada Board requires approximately 5 to 7 hours per month as well as completion of required onboarding, including Safe Sport clearance. Interested parties should also familiarize themselves with some particulars related to how the Nordiq Canada Board operates as a policy board by reading the documents found at the following links:

• https://nordiqcanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/Board-Policy-Manual-2.pdf
• http://www.browndogconsulting.com/index.php/what-is-policy-governance-again/
• http://www.browndogconsulting.com/index.php/blog/

Thank you for your interest!

About Us

As the official governing body of cross-country and Para nordic skiing in Canada, Nordiq Canada promotes the growth and development of the sport from grass roots to high performance. Our 80,000 members include athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all ages and abilities. As a national sport organization, we collaborate with provincial/territorial divisions, clubs and others to provide the leadership, support and resources needed for all Canadians to find their own greatness in our sport, whether they ski for fun and fitness, or they aspire to ski for their country.

Our celebrated National Ski Team is made up of superior athletes in the Olympic and Paralympic streams. What does it take for them to be the best? If you ask our athletes, they will tell you it takes hard work, dedication, and focus. As an organization we know Olympic, Paralympic, and World Championship achievements require significant investment in facilities, equipment, training, coaches, technicians, and opportunities to compete at local races and on the world stage. These investments in high performance will trigger success at every level and for every member — from grassroots to podiums. We believe that when athletes succeed, we all succeed.