Team Canada Celebrated on Parliament Hill
OTTAWA (May 27, 2026) — Earlier today, more than 140 athletes were celebrated on Parliament Hill for their achievements at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The athletes were invited to breakfast and activities at Rideau Hall with the Governor General, followed by a reception with parliamentarians and recognition on the floor of the House of Commons.
The Right Honourable Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, the Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport) and other Members of Parliament and Senators were present to recognize and celebrate the Olympians and Paralympians who made their mark in Italy, bringing home 21 and 15 medals respectively for Team Canada at these Games.
They were joined on Parliament Hill by Canadian Olympic Committee President Tricia Smith, CEO and Secretary General David Shoemaker, and Team Canada Chef de Mission for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games Jennifer Heil; as well as Canadian Paralympic Committee President Marc-André Fabien, CEO Karen O’Neill, and Canadian Paralympic Team Honorary Captain Mac Marcoux.
QUOTES:
“Canada’s top athletes are a great source of pride for our entire country. Every time a Paralympic or Olympic athlete competes, they wear Canada and the maple leaf on their jersey. Today we celebrate Team Canada athletes for their incredible dedication at the Milano Cortina 2026 Games. Your unforgettable performances made Canadians proud from coast to coast to coast. I would also like to thank all the coaches, families and support teams behind you. Congratulations, Team Canada!”
— The Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport)
“I could not be more proud of all the Team Canada athletes who competed at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games. The impressive way our athletes show up to represent Canada is always inspiring and truly nation building. This recognition of the team in Parliament is an honour, and one that means so much – particularly coming just weeks after this government’s announcement of a generational $755 million investment in Canadian sport. Canada is a sporting nation! Congratulations to all.”
— Tricia Smith, President, Canadian Olympic Committee
“The Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games was an immense showcase of the power of Para sport, as Canada’s Paralympians united the nation and made us all proud with their performances. It is so special to now be able to celebrate each athlete together in Ottawa and the dedication, hard work, and passion that went into competing on the global stage. Congratulations to all of Canada’s Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympians and Olympians and a resounding thank you to the Government of Canada for this incredible celebration of the athletes and recognition of the power of sport. The future is bright for sport in Canada!”
— Marc-André Fabien, President, Canadian Paralympic Committee
“I’ve had the honour of representing Canada at five Olympic Winter Games, and I’m so grateful to have been able to live all of my Olympic dreams. Congratulations to all of my fellow athletes on their amazing accomplishments. And thank you to Prime Minister Mark Carney and Secretary of State Adam van Koeverden’s commitment to supporting athletes and supporting sport in Canada. It means the world.”
— Valérie Maltais, Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Medallist, Speed Skating
“Representing Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games was one of the greatest honours of my life. To stand alongside my teammates, both Paralympians and Olympians, here in Ottawa and celebrate what we accomplished together is incredibly meaningful. I’m grateful for the support and recognition from the Government of Canada, and proud to be part of Team Canada.”
— Tyler McGregor, Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Medallist, Para Ice Hockey
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Vanessa Lee, Director, Communications & Media Relations
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