FROM PODIUMS TO SEASON FINALS
The past two and a bit weeks have kept Canada’s snowboard teams busy, with athletes competing at the Paralympics, World Cups, and key events at home. Here’s a look at what each discipline has been up to.
TURNER TAKES BRONZE
TYLER TURNER, HIS MUM CANDACE AND WIFE KAYLEEN | PHOTO: COC
The Para snowboard team took on the Paralympic Games over the past two and a bit weeks, dealing with a shifting schedule and limited training time on course, but still putting down solid results across both events.
Tyler Turner led the way with a bronze medal in snowboard cross, delivering when it counted in the finals.
“I’m so proud to get the medal and to be able to share this moment with my family,” said Turner. “For them to be here and part of this is unbelievable.”
Read his full medal recap here.
In snowboard cross, all five Canadians hit the start gate. Turner’s podium highlighted the day, while Alex Massie reached the small final and finished 4th, a career-best Paralympic result. Philippe Nadreau placed 10th, Sandrine Hamel 10th, and Chase Nicklin 15th.
In banked slalom, the team came back for a second shot. Turner finished 6th, with Philippe Nadreau 9th, Alex Massie 10th, Chase Nicklin 11th, and Sandrine Hamel 11th.
It was a strong showing for the full team, with every athlete leaving their mark on the 2026 Paralympic stage.
BREAKING A 15-YEAR DROUGHT
ARNAUD GAUDET | PHOTO: JULIA THRIFT
The Alpine team wrapped up a busy stretch of the World Cup season in Europe, with races in Krynica, Poland (Parallel Giant Slalom) and Špindlerův Mlýn, Czech Republic (Parallel Slalom), before returning home for the final stop of the PGS season in Quebec over the past two weeks.
At Légendes du Nord in Val Saint-Côme, Canada’s last PGS stop of the season, the team delivered standout moments. Arnaud Gaudet earned bronze in the men’s Parallel Giant Slalom on the first day of races, marking the first World Cup PGS medal on Canadian soil in 15 years.
“I am really happy to do it in front of everyone here at home, it is awesome. I could feel the energy… it was an extra boost of confidence, and I wanted to make them proud,” said Gaudet.
On the second day of races, Kaylie Buck advanced through the knockout rounds and finished fourth, just missing the podium after a close battle in the finals. Aurélie Moisan, Ben Heldman, Michael Nazwaski, and Luis Freeman also competed throughout the weekend, gaining experience against the world’s best.
The team is now making their way back to Europe for the final Parallel Slalom races in Winterberg, Germany on March 21 and 22, providing one last test against the world’s best before the season closes.
HEAVY METAL INTO THE FINALE
TRUTH SMITH | PHOTO: JULIA THRIFT
Laurie Blouin and Eli Bouchard lit up the crowd at Red Bull Heavy Metal on February 28, 2026, while Truth Smith took the Zone 2 win, continuing to make his mark this season.
“For me, Red Bull Heavy Metal means a lot. It's rare that we get the chance to compete in front of our friends and family, so it feels amazing to have a competition at home. Honestly, it's one of the best rail jams I've ever done. I had such a great time — and that's what matters most,” said Blouin.
The team is currently at Absolut Park in Flachauwinkl, Austria for Spring Battle, followed by the Flachau FIS Slopestyle Snowboard World Cup from March 19–21, 2026, setting up the team for the final World Cup of the season in Silvaplana, Switzerland on March 29, 2026.
After the season, it’s time for some side quests. The Grind Series brings the action to Quebec City on April 4 and Whistler on April 11, featuring some familiar names ready to entertain fans.
SNOW LEAGUE IN FOCUS
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BROOKE D'HONDT | PHOTO: JENNY LANG
Canada’s halfpipe riders have been competing in key events over the past two weeks. They were at The Snow League in Aspen, Colorado on February 27–28, and are preparing for the Snow League Finals in Laax, Switzerland on March 19–21. The season concludes with the FIS World Cup Finals in halfpipe at Silvaplana, Switzerland, with finals scheduled for March 28, 2026.
BATAILLE ROYALE IS ON
TESS CRITCHLOW - BATAILLE ROYALE 2025 | PHOTO: JULIA THRIFT
The snowboardcross World Cup season heads into its final act with the Bataille Royale FIS Snowboard Cross World Cup at Mont‑Sainte‑Anne, Quebec, set to take place March 28, 2026.
After skipping the World Cup races in Erzurum, Turkey earlier in March, the team returned to action for their second‑to‑last race in Montafon, Austria, helping set the stage for the season finale.
All eyes now turn to Mont‑Sainte‑Anne, where the team will race in front of a home crowd for the last World Cup of the season. Fans can expect high-speed action, head-to-head battles, and the chance to see Canada’s best snowboardcross riders take on the world. Don’t miss this opportunity to cheer on the team and experience snowboardcross at its finest as the 2025‑26 season comes to a thrilling close.
