2026 Olympic Winter Games Selection Criteria Amendments, and Olympic Winter Games Trials Updates

2026 Olympic Winter Games Selection Criteria Amendments, and Olympic Winter Games Trials Updates

Table of contents   2026 Olympic Winter Games Selection Criteria (INP) Amendments   2026 Olympic Winter Games Trials Schedule     2026 Olympic Winter Games Selection Criteria (INP) Amendments   To ensure clarity and consistency, and to align with the objectives of Nordiq Canada, the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC), and Own the Podium (OTP), the following amendments have been made to the INP.  These amendments have been made after consultation with Nordiq...
Fluor Testing Protocol to Be Implemented at Nordiq Canada’s 2026 Olympic Trials

Fluor Testing Protocol to Be Implemented at Nordiq Canada’s 2026 Olympic Trials

To ensure a fair and transparent competition, Nordiq Canada will implement fluorocarbon wax testing during the Nordiq Canada 2026 Olympic Winter Games Trials, hosted by the Caledonia Nordic Ski Club. This decision was made in consultation with the International Ski & Snowboard Federation (FIS), Caledonia Nordic, and a working group of Canada’s top wax technicians and coaches.  Following FIS ICR rule 222.8, athletes’ skis will be tested using the FIS-approved...
Contract Opportunity – Para Nordic Wax Technician

Contract Opportunity – Para Nordic Wax Technician

About Nordiq Canada Nordiq Canada is the national governing body for cross-country and Para nordic skiing in Canada. As a non-profit organization, Nordiq Canada works in partnership with divisions, clubs, and other stakeholders to provide the leadership, support, and resources needed for all Canadians to find their own greatness in the sport—whether they aim to compete for their country or simply ski for fun and fitness.   Position Title Para Nordic Wax...
Catching Up with Alison Mackie: A Conversation on Belief, Breakthroughs, and the Road to the Olympics

Catching Up with Alison Mackie: A Conversation on Belief, Breakthroughs, and the Road to the Olympics

In our first episode of the Who I Race For series, we sit down with Alison Mackie, a rising star in Canadian Skiing.   Listen to the entire interview here: Who I Race For series: Catching up with Alison Mackie   At just 19 years old, Alison Mackie is emerging as one of Canada’s most exciting cross-country skiing talents. Her recent season was a record breaking one, including 2 history making bronze medals at the 2025 FIS Nordic Junior World Ski Championships...
2025-2026 Coach and Technical Staff Immersion Opportunities

2025-2026 Coach and Technical Staff Immersion Opportunities

Nordiq Canada is committed to creating meaningful development opportunities for coaches and wax technicians within the Development and High-Performance Systems.  We are pleased to offer the following development opportunities for the 2025-2026 season.     Application process  Interested applicants are asked to complete the following application form. The deadline for applications is August 15, 2025.  Application Form    Coaching Opportunities    Nordic Junior/U23...