Canadian Olympic Foundation announces appointment of Vice-Chair and recognizes retirement of long-serving Directors

TORONTO (September 29, 2026) – The Canadian Olympic Foundation (COF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Glass OLY as Vice-Chair of the COF Board of Directors. Glass has served on the Board since 2019 and has played a valuable role in advancing the COF’s mission and long-term growth.

Glass is currently a partner at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP, where he advises leading investment dealers and senior issuers on public financings and securities regulatory matters.

From 1981 to 1989, Glass was a member of the Canadian Athletics Team, representing Canada on 22 occasions, including the Commonwealth Games, Pan-American Games, World Indoor Games, World Student Games and the Los Angeles 1984 Olympic Games. He has been inducted into the Western University Sports Hall of Fame and the London Sports Hall of Fame.

“Jeff’s appointment as Vice-Chair reflects both his commitment to the COF and the value of athlete perspectives in leadership,“ said Jacqueline Ryan, Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Olympic Foundation and Chief Brand and Commercial Officer of the Canadian Olympic Committee. “Jeff’s experience, insight, and passion for sport will help strengthen our work in support of Team Canada athletes.”

“On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Jeff Glass for stepping into the role of Vice-Chair and for his continuing commitment to service of the COF”, said Perry Dellelce, Chair, Canadian Olympic Foundation. “As the first Olympian to hold this position, Jeff offers a unique perspective that will help strengthen and support our future success.“

The COF also extends its sincere gratitude to Charmaine Crooks and Cailey Stollery as they conclude their term as Directors. Since joining the Board, they have made meaningful contributions through their leadership, expertise, and commitment. We thank Charmaine and Cailey for their dedication, service, and lasting contributions to the COF.

The full COF Board of Directors, along with their respective biographies, can be found here.

For more information about the Canadian Olympic Foundation and how you can support Team Canada, please visit olympicfoundation.ca.

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Canadian Olympic Committee
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