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.