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Successful Site Visit Sets the Stage for Another Unforgettable World Cup in Canmore

Sep 05, 2023·Cross-Country
FIS, Swiss Timing, Local Organizing Committee, Broadcast production, Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park and Nordiq
Canada Representatives took part in a Site Venue inspection. Photo Credit: Nathaniel Mah, Nordiq Canada

The site visit provided an unparalleled opportunity for key stakeholders, international delegates, and event organizers, to witness firsthand the state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure enhancements that will ensure the seamless execution of the COOP FIS Cross-Country World Cup. The Organizing Committee spared no effort in exlplaining the uniqueness of Canmore, Alberta as a hosting destination for this event.

“It has been a long time since the last FIS Cross-Country World Cup in Canmore in 2016. However, the Organising Committee did not lose anything from their enthusiasm and commitment for Cross-Country Skiing. The beautiful sceneries of Canmore and the motivated and competent team of the Organising Committee will deliver an outstanding stage of the FIS Cross-Country World Cup in February 2024.”Michal Lamplot, Race Director for Cross Country.

The site visit included comprehensive inspections of the venue and race course, where cross-country skiing competition will unfold over the course of 4 days. The carful attention to course designs, logistics, operational protocols, and spectator engagement was evident throughout the tour, leaving participants impressed by the Organizing Committee's dedication to creating an event that will be inclusive and dedicated to its sustainability efforts.
“Our team had prepared well to show our full operational capabilities to the FIS staff and to instill in them full confidence in our ability to host a first class world cup that is on par with other leading hosting venues on the FIS cross-country circuit. I think it was indeed a case of “missionaccomplished!” said Norbert Meier, the Event Chair and Vice-President of the Alberta World Cup Society.

FIS Site Visit Meeting - August 23, 2024 Photo Credit: Alberta World Cup Society
FIS Site Visit Meeting - August 23, 2024 Photo Credit: Alberta World Cup Society

The countdown to the COOP FIS Cross-Country World Cup continues, and the Organizing Committee in Canmore is realy motivated to host the World Cup this season. If you would like to have more information on the World Cup in Canmore, you can check out their homepage here.

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