A record donation for Canada’s alpine skiers

The largest personal donation to Alpine ski racing in Canadian history, CAD 1.3 million (€965,000), has been received from Timothy Dattels, chair of the Board of Alpine Canada.

Last season, Canada’s Alpine, para Alpine, and ski cross teams had their best results in more than a decade and are looking to build on that momentum heading into the Milan Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

This donation is expected to help. "Our athletes need consistent, elevated support throughout their journey to compete with the world’s best, including at the Olympic and Paralympic Games," said Therese Brisson, President and chief executive of Alpine Canada. "We are very grateful and deeply appreciative of Tim’s leadership and this unprecedented gift.

"It is a game-changer for Alpine Canada's athletes, teams and coaches, and I know Tim is hoping this will inspire more Canadians to join #CANskiteam and stand together with our athletes pursuing podium performances on a global stage."

Jacqueline Ryan, chief executive of the Canadian Olympic Foundation and chief brand and commercial officer of the Canadian Olympic Committee added: "This gift from Tim Dattels is transformational for Alpine ski racing in Canada and a clear endorsement of the sport’s bright future in our country. "This contribution is truly inspiring, and will support numerous athletes in representing Canada on the world stage and pursuing their Olympic dreams."

In September 2021, Alpine Canada outlined its ambition to become one of the world's best ski-racing nations through a five-year strategic plan, titled "Made for Canada - The Future for Ski Racing in Canada".

The plan aims to help the country top the medal rankings in Alpine, para Alpine and ski cross disciplines in the next two Olympic and Paralympic cycles.

Release Courtesy by Inside the Games