In June we celebrate National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day. A time to recognize the rich history, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. To celebrate, we had the privilege of speaking with Sharon Firth. She graciously shared her journey, highlighting the significance of Indigenous representation in sport. A member of the Gwich’in First Nation, Sharon Firth was born in Aklavik Northwest Territories...
The setting – a cross-country ski race at Pioneer Park, just northwest of Toronto. A young Claudia Kerckhoff, accompanied by her mom, is entranced by the famed cross-country ski twins, Shirley and Sharon Firth. “They came down a hill,” van Wijk remembers, the image seared into her mind like it was yesterday. “Around a corner and then back up a hill, right past me—flew by me, actually—and I was like: ‘Oh. My. God. They never touched the snow!’” That memory of...
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 2024-25 season. Coaching Wax Technician and Race Service Opportunities (click to view) Application process (Click to View) Interested applicants are asked to complete the following application form. The deadline for applications...
Nordiq Canada is proud to introduce the staff who will lead the National High Performance Program (Olympic Stream) under HPD Chris Jeffries. Several roles shift from “coach” to “lead.” This shift better aligns with the decentralized model we’ve been building toward since the 2016 high performance review. It recognizes the role of exceptional coaches and daily training environments (DTE) across the country in supporting Canada’s amazing national athletes. ...
Ready to share your love of skiing and grow Canada’s Para Nordic program across the country? Nordiq Canada is seeking an enthusiastic coach with proven skills in recruiting and developing athletes, coaches, and wax technicians. If you are committed to learning, building trust, and growing our sport, we want to hear from you. Submit your cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to Julie Beaulieu, Sport Development Director. Deadline to...
