In this episode, we chat with Olympic Champion and Alberta World Cup Winner Chandra Crawford about racing on home snow, and Alberta World Cup Events Chair Norbert Meier about what goes into hosting a FIS Cross Country World Cup.

To learn more about the Alberta World Cup February 9th to 13th visit albertaworldcup.com

More on the Alberta World Cup Society:
The Alberta World Cup Society continues to promote its mandate of developing and growing cross-country skiing in Alberta and Canada through hosting World Cup races and by providing resources for the development of officials, coaches and athletes. All these activities are accomplished with the involvement of tireless volunteers who dedicate their time in different capacities to make this possible.

Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating annually. Its 77,000 members include athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all ages and abilities. With the support of its valued corporate partners along with the Government of Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee, and Own the Podium, Nordiq Canada develops Olympic, Paralympic and world champions. For more information on Nordiq Canada, visit https://nordiqcanada.ca.  

In this episode, we recap the Nordiq Canada selection Trials in Mont-Sainte-Anne Quebec, and chat with Nordiq Canada events and Officials Manager Ilona Gyapay. Ilona shares insight into what goes into organizing a race, working with communities across the country, and why she loves doing it.

This episode is sponsored by the Gatineau Loppet! Take part in the biggest international cross-country skiing event in Canada from February 16 to 18. The Gatineau Loppet is the only Worldloppet event in the country. It’s part of a circuit of 19 of the most prestigious cross-country skiing races worldwide. Gatineau Park’s trails tend to please recreational skiers just as much as elite ones. It’s a unique event you don’t want to miss from February 16 to 18! There is still time to register and benefit from a special rate at www.gatineauloppet.com.

Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating annually. Its 77,000 members include athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all ages and abilities. With the support of its valued corporate partners along with the Government of Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee, and Own the Podium, Nordiq Canada develops Olympic, Paralympic and world champions. For more information on Nordiq Canada, visit https://nordiqcanada.ca.  

In this episode, we sit down with World Champion and 3 time Olympian Alex Harvey to find out what he's been up to since retirement, and gain valuable insight into peaking for events, and the tools he used to stay calm and focused during big events. Alex also gives us some valuable tips for racing in Mont-Sainte-Anne, the sight of the 2024 Nordiq Canada Selection Trials! 

This episode is sponsored by Salomon! Salomon’s goal is to drive change within our communities by creating more inclusive outdoor experiences. At the same time, they are committed to conducting their business responsibly while delivering high-performing products with the most innovative designs. Together we must unleash the best version of ourselves and collectively become agents of change.

 Check out Salomon’s full line of skis, boots, clothing, and accessories at Salomon.com

Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating annually. Its 77,000 members include athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all ages and abilities. With the support of its valued corporate partners along with the Government of Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee, and Own the Podium, Nordiq Canada develops Olympic, Paralympic and world champions. For more information on Nordiq Canada, visit https://nordiqcanada.ca.  

In this episode we preview the Tour de Ski with two time Olympian and National Ski Team Alumni Dahria Beatty. We chat what separates the Tour de Ski from normal World Cup Racing, our hopes for the Canadian Team, and chose our picks for the overall winners. 

Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating annually. Its 77,000 members include athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all ages and abilities. With the support of its valued corporate partners along with the Government of Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee, and Own the Podium, Nordiq Canada develops Olympic, Paralympic and world champions. For more information on Nordiq Canada, visit https://nordiqcanada.ca.  

In todays episode, we catch up on a ton of racing. We start with the Anchorage SuperTour/Nordiq Cup (COC), before moving onto recapping period 1 of the World Cup. Finally its over to Gatineau to recap the first Eastern Canada Cup, and finally the announcement of the 2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games Team.

Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating annually. Its 77,000 members include athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all ages and abilities. With the support of its valued corporate partners along with the Government of Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee, and Own the Podium, Nordiq Canada develops Olympic, Paralympic and world champions. For more information on Nordiq Canada, visit https://nordiqcanada.ca.  

In this episode, we catch up with the Head Coach of the Olympic Stream Robin Mckeever. Robin gives us the inside scoop on how the World Cup Team is doing, and some of the challenges, and success they've had so far.

Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating annually. Its 77,000 members include athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all ages and abilities. With the support of its valued corporate partners along with the Government of Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee, and Own the Podium, Nordiq Canada develops Olympic, Paralympic and world champions. For more information on Nordiq Canada, visit https://nordiqcanada.ca.  

On today's episode, we chat about the World Cup in Ostersund, the Supertour and Nordiq Cup (COC) in Anchorage, and the 2024 Youth Olympic Games Trials in Canmore AB. With Canadians racing around the world, there's lots on the line and even more to talk about! 

Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating annually. Its 77,000 members include athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all ages and abilities. With the support of its valued corporate partners along with the Government of Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee, and Own the Podium, Nordiq Canada develops Olympic, Paralympic and world champions. For more information on Nordiq Canada, visit https://nordiqcanada.ca.  

In this episode of the Canadian skiing podcast, we chat with 7-time Paralympic Medalist and National Ski Team athlete Natalie Wilkie on the changes to her training this season, whats coming up, and her goals for the Para Biathlon World Championships and Para Cross Country World Cup Finals in Prince George BC. 

This episode is sponsored by Zizu Optics! ZiZU Optics provides individuals with the highest quality eyewear, by bringing their expertise and years of experience in elite performance eyewear to the market, they have developed a brand that is uniquely suited to meet any athlete's needs.

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Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating annually. Its 77,000 members include athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all ages and abilities. With the support of its valued corporate partners along with the Government of Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee, and Own the Podium, Nordiq Canada develops Olympic, Paralympic and world champions. For more information on Nordiq Canada, visit https://nordiqcanada.ca.  

In this episode, we chat with Julia Ystgaard the Technical Services Coordinator from Nordiq Canada. We delve into her responsibilities within the World Cup team, explore the day-to-day experiences of a wax technician, and address the gender imbalance faced by female wax technicians and coaches on the World Cup circuit.

Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating annually. Its 77,000 members include athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all ages and abilities. With the support of its valued corporate partners along with the Government of Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee, and Own the Podium, Nordiq Canada develops Olympic, Paralympic and world champions. For more information on Nordiq Canada, visit https://nordiqcanada.ca.  

This week we catch up with National Ski Team athlete Antoine Cyr on his way to the World Cup opener in Ruka Finland. After a standout season last year, we chat about his goals for this season, what his preparation has been this summer, and the team working behind the scenes to make it all possible! 

This episode is sponsored by Salomon! Salomon’s goal is to drive change within our communities by creating more inclusive outdoor experiences. At the same time, they are committed to conducting their business responsibly while delivering high-performing products with the most innovative designs. Together we must unleash the best version of ourselves and collectively become agents of change.

 Check out Salomon’s full line of skis, boots, clothing, and accessories at Salomon.com

French Transcription

Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating annually. Its 77,000 members include athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all ages and abilities. With the support of its valued corporate partners along with the Government of Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, Canadian Paralympic Committee, and Own the Podium, Nordiq Canada develops Olympic, Paralympic and world champions. For more information on Nordiq Canada, visit https://nordiqcanada.ca.