THE MOMENT IS HERE

It’s go time. The Olympic cauldron has been lit, the opening ceremonies have come and gone, and Canada’s snowboard teams are in Italy, ready to chase glory at Milano Cortina 2026. The energy is electric, and every athlete is dialed in. But let’s not forget what the Para team has been up to on home soil — racking up podium finishes at the Welcome to Paradise FIS Para Snowboard World Cup. 
 

HOME-GROWN MOMENTUM

TYLER TUNER  | PHOTO: ANDREW JAY

Before the Olympics kicked off, Canada’s Para Snowboard team finished off their snowboard cross season at the Welcome to Paradise FIS Para Snowboard World Cup at Big White. Across two intense days of snowboard cross racing, Canada left its mark on the podium. Tyler Turner took gold in LL1 on Saturday and silver on Sunday, while Sandrine Hamel earned bronze on both days. Chase Nicklin and Alex Massie pushed hard landing just outside of podium finishes. Welcome to Paradise has set the team’s momentum heading into Milano Cortina and set the tone for the upcoming Paralympic Games.

FIRST PUNCHES IN LIVIGNO

FRANK JOBIN | PHOTO: DARREN CALABRESE/COC 

Before the opening ceremonies even began, Canada’s Slopestyle and Big Air athletes were in action in Livigno. Qualifiers kicked off with Cam Spalding, Eli Bouchard, and Frank Jobin in Big Air. Cam landed his first back 18 and Frank his first double backside rodeo in competition, while Bouchard threw down his signature “Mc Bouch” and “Bouch Bomb.”

Nailing a double rodeo twelve nosegrab on his third run, Frank secured his spot in the finals. Mark McMorris did not compete in qualifiers due to a training injury but remains hopeful for slopestyle competition. During finals training, Frank took a tough fall and injured his shoulder, but he pushed through and delivered a performance that had the crowd on their feet, finishing 7th in his Olympic debut.

On the women’s side, Juliette Pelchat and Laurie Blouin put down solid, technically strong jumps. While neither advanced to the finals, every landing drew loud cheers and showcased the Canadian energy — their runs made it clear the women are in the fight and gave fans plenty to get excited about.

With slopestyle just around the corner, the team will have another chance to show what Canada can throw down.
 

Women’s SlopeStyle Qualifications – February 16, 2026, 01:20 PST

Men’s SlopeStyle Qualifications – February 16, 2026, 04:50 PST

Women’s SlopeStyle Finals – February 17, 2026, 03:50 PST

Men’s SlopeStyle Finals – February 18, 2026, 03:20 PST

CANADIANS PUSH TO THE EDGE

ARNAUD GAUDET | PHOTO: MARK BLINCH/COC 

The Alpine team turned heads in Cortina with strong, consistent racing in Parallel Giant Slalom. Arnaud Gaudet came agonizingly close to the finals, finishing 7th and posting a career-best Olympic performance, proving he belongs among the top athletes in the world. Aurélie Moisan and Kaylie Buck both qualified for the women’s final, finishing 8th and 10th respectively, while Ben Heldman made a strong showing in his Olympic debut, finishing 14th. Each athlete delivered with precision and focus, showing that Canada’s alpine snowboarders are ready to compete with the best in the world.

HALFPIPE ON DECK

COACH BUD KEENE AND THE HALFPIPE TEAM | PHOTO: TYLER ASHBEE

Canada’s Halfpipe athletes have arrived in Cortina and are putting in work on the snow. Yesterday marked the first official pipe access for training, with the women's only squad, Elizabeth Hosking, Brooke D’Hondt, and Felicity Geremia, fine-tuning tricks and building momentum ahead of qualifiers. The team is dialed in, and excitement is building for Wednesday’s qualifier action.

Women’s Halfpipe Qualifications – February 11, 2026, 01:20 PST

Women’s Halfpipe Finals – February 12, 2026, 10:20 PST

FOCUSED AT THE START GATE

COACHES MAËLLE RICKER, SIMONE MALUS, SUPPORT STAFF AND THE SBX TEAM 

The SBX team has been putting in strong training sessions on snow focused on preparations ahead of qualifications. The athletes are dialed in, working strategy, and speed as they get ready to compete. Sadly, Meryeta O’Dine sustained an injury during training and will not be able to compete, but the rest of the team is ready to chase results and push the limits on course.

Upcoming SBX Action:

Men’s SBX Qualifications – February 12, 2026, 00:50 PST

Men’s SBX Finals – February 12, 2026, 04:35 PST

Women’s SBX Qualifications – February 13, 2026, 00:50 PST

Women’s SBX Finals – February 13, 2026, 04:20 PST

Mixed Team SBX Finals – February 15, 2026, 04:35 PST
 

LOOKING AHEAD
 

Canada’s snowboard teams are locked in. Every start from here is a chance to make history, set a personal best, and put everything on the line for the maple leaf. Milano Cortina 2026 has begun, and Canada’s riders are ready to show the world what they’re made of.

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