Calgary Mayor Open to Future Olympic Bid Despite Past No Vote
Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas says the city could consider future Winter Olympic bids despite 2018 plebiscite rejection, citing infrastructure needs and Olympic legacy.
Category : Olympic Sports
Saskatchewan Olympians and Staff for 2026 Winter Games
Six Saskatchewan athletes, plus coaches and officials, will represent Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, including hockey stars Emily Clark and Darcy Kuemper.
2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony Preview
Discover what to expect at the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony, including its multi-venue format, theme of harmony, and star-studded performances.
1956 vs. 2026 Winter Olympics: A Stark Contrast
Archive photos reveal the intimate 1956 Cortina Winter Olympics with 825 athletes, a far cry from the massive 2026 Milan-Cortina Games expecting 3,500 competitors.
Canadian Aids Israeli Bobsleigh Team's Olympic Debut
David Greaves, a Winnipeg resident, played a pivotal role in Israel's first Olympic bobsleigh team qualification for the 2026 Winter Games, driven by Jewish pride and perseverance.
Olympic Athletes Struggle with Soaring Costs Amid Funding Freeze
Canadian Olympic athletes like Trinity Ellis face skyrocketing team fees, with costs rising over 1,500% since 2018 due to stagnant government funding for national sport organizations.
Ontario 55+ Winter Games Bring $1M+ Economic Boost
The upcoming Ontario 55+ Winter Games in Muskoka are projected to generate a significant economic impact exceeding one million dollars, as over a thousand athletes prepare to compete.
Manitoba Athletes Head to 2026 Winter Olympics
Several Manitobans have been selected to compete for Team Canada at the upcoming Winter Olympics, showcasing the province's talent on the global stage.
2026 Winter Olympics: Sustainability Creates Vast Venue Spread
The 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics will be the most geographically dispersed in history, spanning 22,000 square kilometers across Italy as organizers prioritize sustainability by reusing existing venues.
Olympic Cheating: Poison, Car Rides & Inflated Penises
A bizarre new ski jumping doping scandal involving hyaluronic acid injections joins a long history of Olympic cheating, from Ben Johnson to carriage rides in 1896.
Canadian Olympians Reflect on Opening Ceremony March
Canadian gold medallists Kerrin Lee-Gartner, Sami Jo Small and Jamie Korab share their personal experiences marching in the Olympic Opening Ceremony, from preparation to the roar of the crowd.
Boy's Bus Fare Incident Leads to Olympic Ceremony Role
An 11-year-old Italian boy forced off a bus in snowy weather for lacking full fare will participate in the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony after public outrage.
IOC Confident Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympics Venues Ready Despite Rush
International Olympic Committee officials express confidence that all venues for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics will be operational despite construction delays and logistical challenges.
U.S. Issues Dominate Milan Winter Olympics Narrative
IOC President Kirsty Coventry addresses ICE protests and Epstein file revelations, calling distractions 'sad' but expressing faith in Olympic magic to prevail.
Olympic Hockey Arena Work Frantic Days Before Games
With the 2026 Winter Olympics starting in less than a week, frantic construction continues at the Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena in Milan, though organizers assure the venue will be ready for competition.
IOC President Saddened by ICE, Epstein Distractions Before Winter Games
International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry laments that U.S. ICE agents in Italy and LA Games chief Casey Wasserman's Epstein file inclusion are overshadowing the upcoming Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Canadian Olympians' Training Secrets for Winter Games
A detailed look at how Canadian winter sports athletes train for Olympic success, focusing on pairs skating, luge, and snowboard cross disciplines ahead of Milano Cortina 2026.
Valérie Maltais Peaks for Fifth Winter Olympics in Italy
La Baie native Valérie Maltais, after switching from short-track to long-track speedskating, enters her fifth Winter Olympics with strong momentum and podium hopes at age 35.
Ottawa Engineer Mike Evelyn Heads to Olympics as Bobsledder
Ottawa's Mike Evelyn, a software engineer by profession, is set to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics as part of Canada's bobsled team, showcasing a remarkable dual career.
U.S. Skeleton Star Denied Olympic Spot After Canada Manipulated Race
American skeleton legend Katie Uhlaender has been denied an Olympic spot after a ruling found Team Canada manipulated a qualifying race, but no action will be taken.
Six New Inductees for Canada Games Hall of Honour
The Canada Games Council reveals six new inductees for the Hall of Honour, celebrating athletes and builders who shaped Canadian sports history. Ceremony set for March 2026 in Quebec City.
Saskatchewan Skier's Unlikely Path to 2026 Olympics
Saskatoon's Maia Schwinghammer shares her remarkable journey from snowmobile-towed beginnings on frozen lakes to qualifying for the 2026 Winter Olympics in moguls skiing.
Kingsbury Leads Quebec's Olympic Freestyle Skiing Medal Hopes
Mikaël Kingsbury, Canada's most decorated moguls skier, has been named flag-bearer for the 2026 Winter Olympics. The Quebec native headlines a freestyle team dominated by athletes from the province, continuing its legacy of excellence in the sport.
Swiss Court Reopens Jordan Chiles' Olympic Medal Case
Switzerland's supreme court has ordered a review of new evidence that could see American gymnast Jordan Chiles reclaim her stripped bronze medal from the 2024 Paris Olympics floor exercise event.
Windsor Hosts 2026 Canada Cup of Diving with Global Athletes
Windsor prepares to welcome over 80 elite divers from 10 countries for the 2026 Canada Cup of Diving, building on the city's growing reputation as a premier sports tourism destination.
Women Outnumber Men on Canada's 2026 Olympic Team
Service Canada announces a groundbreaking milestone for the 2026 Winter Olympics, with female athletes set to outnumber male competitors on Team Canada for the first time.
Olympic Champion Uses OnlyFans to Fund 2026 Winter Games
German bobsled gold medalist Lisa Buckwitz is using OnlyFans to raise money for her Olympic training and expenses ahead of the 2026 Winter Games in Milano-Cortina.
Italy Commands Winter Olympics Security, Addresses ICE Role
Italy outlines comprehensive security for Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, emphasizing Italian control as U.S. ICE assists delegation, sparking protests.
Canada's Athletic Swagger: From Podium to Global Dominance
Canadian athletes now intimidate rivals worldwide, moving beyond hockey to dominate diverse sports through strategic funding, role models, and a new confident attitude that reshapes national identity.
Calgary's Dylan Marineau Follows Dad to Winter Olympics
Calgary athlete Dylan Marineau prepares for the Winter Olympics, continuing the legacy of his father Dennis Marineau. The young competitor departs this week for the international sporting event.
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