Nordiq Canada is pleased to welcome two new members to its Board of Directors, each bringing a distinct set of skills, knowledge, and experience that will strengthen the organization moving forward. Together, the board brings a shared sense of purpose to the work ahead, with new and returning members alike focused on strong governance and continued growth for the sport. “I’ve been an avid recreational skier for years, so this sport has always had a...
Cross-country skiing in Canada moves forward because of the people who show up year after year. They coach athletes, organize races, build programs, and lead events from the ground up. Each year, the Nordiq Canada Awards Committee recognizes individuals whose contributions have shaped the sport at the club, provincial, and national levels. This year’s recipients represent decades of combined service across the country, from British Columbia to Nova Scotia....
Nordiq Canada is pleased to announce the athletes who have earned pre-selection status, as well as the athletes who are eligible for final nomination to Canada’s Cross-Country and Para Nordic Ski Team for the 2027 FISU Winter World University Games in Changchun, China. The FISU Winter World University Games represent one of the highest levels of international competition for student-athletes, providing an important bridge between university sport, national team...
Nordiq Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Stefan Thomson as Head Coach of the Senior National Ski Team. Thomson joins Nordiq Canada following eight successful seasons as Head Coach of Sweden’s women’s national cross-country ski team. Over the course of his coaching career, he has helped guide athletes to 43 championship medals and 277 World Cup podium finishes while leading teams through two Olympic Games and four FIS Nordic World Ski Championships....
This year, Nordiq Canada undertook a consultation process and review on initiatives to strengthen retention, increase affordability, and improve the youth competitive experience and development pathway. As part of this review, Nordiq Canada invited members of the ski community to participate in a Town Hall and a national Youth Sport Development Survey. The feedback received, alongside existing long-term athlete development principles, has helped inform the...
