RBC Olympians

The RBC Olympians Program, which began in 2002, is a national initiative that provides elite athletes with an opportunity to gain valuable career experience alongside a flexible work schedule, to allow the time necessary to train and compete on the world stage.  Athletes who participate in the program gain skills and experiences that help them to achieve success both on and off the field of play.

RBC Olympians act as community ambassadors in cities and towns across Canada to share past experiences and Olympic accomplishments with students, communities, clients, and employees. These athlete ambassadors work to champion and raise awareness about the importance of sport in daily life, inspiring the next generation to be physically active, make healthy decisions, and participate in sports, no matter the level.

Since its inception, nearly 300 current and retired Olympic and Paralympic athletes have participated in the RBC Olympians Program, and many have become full-time RBC employees. Twenty-one RBC Training Ground alumni have become Olympians, 12 of whom have collectively brought home a total of 14 Olympic medals.

Check out the roster here!