Team Canada FanFest Arriving in Four Cities Across Canada for Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games
TORONTO (January 14, 2026) – With 23 days to go until the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games Opening Ceremony, the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) is pleased to announce the return of Team Canada FanFest: a series of free, family-friendly events intended to bring Canadians together to cheer on Team Canada athletes during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games.
Team Canada FanFest will take place over three weekends in four Canadian cities. Each location has a strong and vibrant fanbase and a unique Olympic and multi-sport legacy. The schedule is:
- February 7-8: Toronto, Nathan Phillips Square
- February 14-15: Calgary, WinSport Event Centre
- February 15-16: Vancouver, Jack Poole Plaza
- February 21-22: Montreal, Esplanade Tranquille
‘’When we launched Team Canada FanFest for Paris 2024, we witnessed the incredible energy that unfolds when sport, communities and our partners come together to celebrate Team Canada athletes,” said Jacqueline Ryan, Chief Brand and Commercial Officer of the Canadian Olympic Committee and CEO of the Canadian Olympic Foundation. “We’re excited to bring Canadians together once again, this time for the Olympic Winter Games, and have the chance to experience the thrill of winter sport themselves. We can’t wait to see the Olympic spirit come to life as we cheer on those competing in Italy.”
“Stepping onto the Olympic stage to represent Canada is a powerful moment, and knowing that millions of Canadians are following your performances and cheering you on from home strengthens the sense of community and connection,” said Jennifer Heil, Team Canada’s Chef de Mission for Milano Cortina 2026. We can feel the energy from excited fans all the way across the ocean in Italy. I’m so excited about these events, and I know all Team Canada athletes are too.”
Team Canada FanFest will offer fans the opportunity to share unforgettable Olympic moments, cheer on Team Canada athletes through live broadcasts of the Milano Cortina 2026 competitions, try different sports and meet and engage with Team Canada athletes.
The events in each city will be hosted in partnership with winter National Sport Organizations (NSOs), with the aim of getting Canadians across the country to engage in sport and ultimately drive increased participation beyond the Games. Attendees can enjoy kid-friendly activities and get hands-on experience with Olympic sports through live programming and demonstrations. In Toronto, Calgary and Montreal, attendees can get on the ice, with free skate and equipment rentals available all day.
“We’re excited to take part in Team Canada FanFest and share our passion with the next generation of Canadian athletes,” said David Murdoch, High Performance Director at Curling Canada. “These activations provide a unique opportunity for young people to try new sports and experience the joy of participating in a sport. We hope to ignite a passion that motivates them to sign up for sport and stay involved!”
Additionally, Team Canada FanFest is presented with the support of Team Canada’s marketing partners, many of which will be activating on site in each city. These include: Bell, Canadian Tire, Petro-Canada, Tim Hortons, Goodlife Fitness, Nulo, Maple Leaf Foods, Hillberg & Berk, Pillitteri Estates Winery, Access Storage and Labatt.
For more information on Team Canada FanFest, including a programming schedule for each city, please visit olympic.ca/fanfest. Media representatives are invited to express their interest to attend by contacting communications@olympic.ca.
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