The Olympics Close

Canada’s snowboarders have had a whirlwind two weeks to close off the Olympics in Milano Cortina 2026, with highs, challenges, and milestones shaping the season. From podium finishes to Olympic firsts, our athletes have pushed limits and left their mark on the snow while building momentum for the final events of the 2026 season.

SILVER FOR GRONDIN

ÉLIOT GRONDIN, LAVIGN, ITALY | PHOTO: COC  

Canada’s SBX team saw podium success and strong finals appearances at. the Olympics. Éliot Grondin captured silver, with gold slipping through by just three hundredths of a second. It was a finish that had fans on the edge of their seats. Liam Moffat and Evan Bichon also reached the men’s finals, and  Audrey McManiman advanced to the women’s finals.

The mixed team event included Éliot Grondin, and Audrey McManiman,  gaining valuable experience together and demonstrating depth across the squad.

Upcoming Snowboardcross  World Cups take the team to Erzurum, Turkey, on March 7 and 8 before returning to Canada for the Batialle Royale FIS Snowboard Cross World Cup at Mont Saint-Anne, Quebec, on March 28 and 29 to close out the season.

A TOUGH FINISH FOR HALFPIPE 

ELIZABETH HOSKING | PHOTO: CHRIS WITWICKI

Canada’s women’s halfpipe athletes faced a challenging Olympic window in Lavigno. Elizabeth Hosking advanced to the finals, while Felicity Geremia and Brooke D’Hondt did not. Hosking delivered a strong performance but broke her shoulder blade on her final run, highlighting her skill and the fine margins of competition.

Looking ahead, the team focuses on the rest of the season: Snow League Aspen, USA on February 28, Halfpipe World Cup in Sapporo, Japan on March 7, the Snow League Finals in Laax, Switzerland on March 21, and World Cup Finals in Silvaplana, Switzerland on March 28.

FIRST GAMES, LASTING IMPACT

CAM SPALDING | PHOTO: CHRIS WITWICKI 

After separate injuries in Big Air, Mark McMorris and Frank Jobin were cleared to compete in Slopestyle. The weather pushed men’s and women’s qualifiers to the same day, and later, both finals were scheduled on the same day.

Frank Jobin and Eli Bouchard just missed advancing to the finals, while Juliette Pelchat and Cam Spalding reached the finals in their first Olympic Games. Mark McMorris and Laurie Blouin also made finals, finishing eighth and fifth, in McMorris’s fourth Olympic appearance and Blouin’s third, showing composure and skill under challenging conditions.

After Cortina, the national team finds themselves on side quest missions: some competing in Red Bull Heavy Metal in Montreal, others at Research & Development in Nelson, BC, and some gearing up for The Grind Series in Quebec City and Whistler in early April. The season closes with the Slopestyle World Cup Finals in Silvaplana, Switzerland on March 29.

HOME SNOW, HIGH STAKES

BEN HELDMAN, KAYLIE BUCK, AURELIE MOISAN, ARNAUD GAUDET

After returning home following impressive performances in the first week of the Olympics, Canada’s alpine snowboarders are ready to tackle a packed March schedule. The team has been building on some of their best results in years, and now every race counts as they close out the season.

The month kicks off with Parallel Giant Slalom in Krynica, Poland on February 28 and March 1, followed by Parallel Slalom in Špindlerův Mlýn, Czech Republic on March 7.

Next, the team heads home for a highlight of the season: the Légendes Du Nord FIS VISA Alpine World Cup at Val Saint‑Come, Quebec, Canada, with races on March 14 and 15. This event is a crystal globe stop for PGS, giving the athletes a chance to showcase their growth and skill on home snow in front of a cheering crowd.

The season wraps up in Europe with Parallel Slalom in Winterberg, Germany on March 21 and 22, providing one final test against the world’s best before the season closes.

ALL EYES ON THE PARALYMPICS

PARA TEAM, COACHES & SUPPORT TEAM  | PHOTO: GREGORY PICARD

Canada’s Para snowboarders are heading into the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Games after a strong build-up. The team’s momentum was set at Welcome to Paradise, Big White, Canada, where podium finishes highlighted their form. Following that, the athletes held a training camp in Bromont, Quebec, Canada, fine-tuning skills and strategy before departing for Italy.

Tyler Turner has been named one of five athlete co-captains of the Canadian Paralympic Team, bringing experience and leadership to the group. Chase Nicklin and Philippe Nadreau will compete in their first Paralympic Games, joining veterans Sandrine Hamel and Alex Massie. This mix of seasoned athletes and first-time Paralympians creates a team with both depth and excitement as they prepare to race for Canada.

The Milano Cortina 2026 Para Snowboard schedule:

• March 7: Snowboard Cross Qualifications – 01:20 PST
• March 8: Snowboard Cross Finals – 04:35 PST
• March 14: Banked Slalom – 03:50 PST

With the stage set and leadership guiding the way, Canada’s Para snowboarders are ready to chase podiums, push limits, and carry the maple leaf with pride in every run. 

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