About the Positions The Athlete Directors (sometimes referred to as “Athlete Reps”) are full voting members on Nordiq Canada’s Board of Directors, and represent the perspectives of Nordiq Canada’s race license holder athletes in decision making at the Board level. They are crucial to ensuring the athlete’s voice is heard, and to Nordiq Canada’s success as an organization. Nordiq Canada has three Athlete Director...
TORSBY, Sweden — After 11 podium finishes, Mark Arendz wrapped up his World Cup season by claiming the men’s standing Para biathlon World Cup overall title. “It feels fantastic to win a third consecutive Crystal Globe,” said Arendz. “Staying on the podium for three straight seasons is something I’m really proud of. There are always ups and downs, but consistent shooting and skiing have been the key to success.” This season alone, Arendz raced to five World Cup...
Selection Rationale Click above to view the Selection Rationale Congratulations to the following athletes who have been selected to the World Cup Period Four (4) Team with races in Oslo, Tallinn and Lahti from March 10 to 24, 2025. Athlete selections were based on the 2024-25 Nordiq Canada Competition Selection Criteria. Selection details and factors: Provide appropriate competition opportunities to athletes that have demonstrated the ability to achieve a...
Two-time Olympic medallist to lean on business development, leadership and high-performance experience to build a financially stable system that athletes can trust. CANMORE, Alta.—Beckie Scott is back at the helm of Canadian cross-country skiing. After an extensive national search led by the hiring committee composed of Division leaders and sport partners, Nordiq Canada tapped one of Canada’s most influential Olympians and successful leaders in their...
Draft 2025-2026 Race Calendar Update Thank you for providing feedback on the location of the 2026 World Junior/U23 trials, which was shared as part of a draft race calendar. Nordiq Canada’s draft race calendar was developed earlier in the year, before events south of the border changed our political and economic landscape. At that time, providing our skiers the opportunity to compete on the same trails that would be used for the 2026 World Cup Finals was one of...
