GATINEAU, June 15, 2026
Sport is central to our national identity, a key driver of economic growth, a force for nation-building, and an endless source of pride and inspiration. It has a unique ability to bring Canadians together through shared moments of pride and excellence.
Today, the Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport), announced funding to support a series of international sport events taking place this summer in Canada, including:
- $50,000 to Cycling Canada for the UCI Mountain Bike Continental Series in Canmore, Alberta, from June 9 to 13;
- $50,000 to Cycling Canada for the Tour de Beauce, taking place in the Beauce region of Quebec, from June 10 to 14;
- $150 000 to Volleyball Canada for the 2026 Men’s Volleyball Nations League, taking place in Ottawa from June 10 to 14;
- $120,000 to Canada Artistic Swimming for the World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup 2026 – Super Final in Toronto from June 19 to 21;
- $250,000 to Canoe Kayak Canada for the 2026 ICF Junior & U23 Canoe Sprint World Championships in Halifax, Nova Scotia, from July 1 to 5; and
- $150,000 to Canoe Kayak Canada for the ICF Sprint and Paracanoe World Cup/Pan American Championships in Montréal from July 9 to 12.
- These investments, and more to come over the summer, will help National Sport Organizations deliver world-class competitions and provide Canadian athletes with valuable opportunities to compete against top international talent on home soil, in front of their fans. Beyond supporting high-performance sport, these events contribute to local economies, attract visitors, unite communities and highlight Canada as a premier destination.
These investments are part of a broader national effort to strengthen Canada’s sport system and bring Canadians together through shared experiences. They complement a $13-million investment by the Government of Canada to support the hosting of the 2026 UCI Road World Championships in Montréal this September, and Canada’s co-hosting of the largest sporting event in the world with this summer’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches in Toronto and Vancouver.
By hosting world-class events in communities across the country, Canada continues to demonstrate its leadership in sport and its commitment to creating opportunities that unite people, celebrate diversity and inspire the next generation.