In the past quarter, Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame has celebrated several key milestones that showcase the transformative power of sport. Highlights include the unveiling of the exceptional Class of 2024, amplifying Hall of Famer stories in classrooms across Canada, and honouring military sport heroes from coast to coast and beyond. Join us as we reflect on these achievements and look forward to the continued impact of Hall of Famers’ inspiring stories.
In Recognizing Role Models…
We are thrilled to have announced the Class of 2024, an outstanding group of athletes, builders, and trailblazers who are set to receive the Order of Sport this October.
Spanning a wide array of sports, this diverse group features dedicated community builders, innovative sport pioneers, exceptional athletes, and inspirational role models whose contributions transcend the boundaries of sport.
Join us virtually on October 23rd to take part in an incredible celebration of sport.
In The Classroom…
Highlighting the outstanding contributions of Indigenous Athletes & Builders of sport to Canada’s rich sporting history, students were provided with an impactful opportunity to connect to Indigenous role models and learn their stories through a live and virtual speaker series, digital storytelling, and community exhibits.
These initiatives aim to celebrate the diversity and resilience of Indigenous sport icons, as well as inspire the next generation of leaders and changemakers.
In The Community…
Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame is proud to have partnered with Veterans Affairs Canada to bring a captivating digital and 2D exhibit to the Canadian National Vimy Memorial Visitor Education Centre and the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial Visitor Centre in France.
On display June through September, this initiative showcased sports played by military teams and athletes, spanning from the 1880s to the present day, along with sections dedicated to the Origins of the Paralympic Games and the Invictus Games, offering a profound exploration of the intersection between sports and the military.
Upcoming Live Event
Storytelling Series: Celebrating Olympic & Paralympic Sport Heroes
Join Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame for a livestream panel discussion, hosted by CBC’s Devin Heroux, featuring inspiring Canadian Olympic and Paralympic sport heroes. Highlighting the vital themes of equity and equality in sport, this event aims to celebrate the significant contributions these athletes have made to Canada’s rich sporting history. Connect with remarkable sport heroes, including Stephanie Dixon, Jeff Adams, Daniel Igali, and Diane Jones Konihowski. Learn more and register to join: https://beyondthewin.ca/course/storytelling-series-olympic-paralympic-sport-heroes