Sport Calgary Announces Leadership Transition
Sport Calgary revealed on Friday that its President and CEO, Catriona Le May Doan, has concluded her nine-year tenure with the organization. The former Olympic speed skating gold medallist, who became a prominent figure in Calgary's sports community, is leaving amid expressions of deep appreciation from the board of directors.
A Legacy of Leadership and Impact
The organization's board of directors expressed profound gratitude for Le May Doan's visionary leadership and significant impact during her nearly decade-long service. Jeff Booke, Chair of Sport Calgary's board of directors, emphasized her contributions to advancing access, performance, and partnership in sport across the city.
"On behalf of the board and our entire sport community, I want to thank her for advancing access, performance and partnership in sport across Calgary," Booke stated. He added that the organization plans to build upon the foundation Le May Doan established, carrying forward her emphasis on impact, innovation, and inclusion.
Strategic Succession and Future Directions
According to an official press release, Le May Doan's departure represents part of a carefully planned succession process. The organization has already begun recruitment efforts to find her successor and extended warm wishes for her future endeavors.
Reflecting on her accomplishments, Le May Doan expressed pride in Sport Calgary's work during her leadership. "Sport Calgary has ensured all Calgarians have the opportunity to play, which has resulted in a healthier and more active community," she noted.
Key achievements under her guidance included:
- Advancement of Calgary's Sport for Life policy
- Significant investment into facilities, programming and partnerships
- Advocacy for safer and more inclusive policies
- Implementation of the organization's Declaration of Inclusion in 2019
Le May Doan concluded that these milestones have positioned Sport Calgary strongly for its next chapter, expressing confidence in the organization's continued success following her departure.
