Purpose

Skimo Canada’s purpose is to develop, fund, promote and operate activities and programs for the purposes of governing, advancing, and promoting ski mountaineering racing (skimo) in Canada on a nationwide basis.

Our vision for the future

In five years time, we envision a future in which:

Canada’s skimo community is vibrant and engaged. Programs and events help
new skiers explore and engage in our sport regardless of age and stage. A clear
development pathway guides certified development coaches in developing young
athletes.

Ski resorts support new skimo clubs and communities through generous
uphill policies and a renewed eagerness to host races and events. Broad support
from the ski industry and our growing community enable a robust race and event
calendar.

Skimo is a widely recognized Canadian sport. The Canadian public follows
our athletes in competition, and skimo receives media attention. The historical
accomplishments of Canadian skimo athletes and organizers are more widely
recognized.

There is a well-supported path for our high-performance athletes. Canada
produces high-performing skimo athletes who consistently succeed at
international competitions and the Olympics. These athletes benefit from a strong
athlete development program and better overseas support. The ISMF sanctions at
least one World Cup race hosted in Canada.

We organize a racing calendar with multiple tiers. All across Canada,
athletes of all levels have opportunities to race in events appropriate for their
skills and abilities. Our events align with how international skimo races are
organized and conducted.

Provincial Sporting Organizations (PSOs) & clubs are well-developed.
Retired athletes are involved in sports development and administration, and we
have active Provincial and Territorial Sporting Organizations (PSO/TSO) in seven
provinces and territories. Regional organizations foster the creation and growth of
local ski clubs.

We have stable governance and finances. Our NSOs, PSOs, and TSOs receive
consistent, sustainable funding through membership fees, grants, sponsorship,
and donations. They operate under balanced budgets by pursuing a coordinated
budgeting process and following normalized administrative procedures.

Our bylaws and policies are sustainable. Our bylaws and policies foster good
governance across our organizations while addressing issues of importance to our
members.