A Rallying Cry for Calgary's Civic Pride
WinSport’s not just a place — it’s Calgary’s heartbeat. A vibrant force that shapes our city’s identity. WinSport is an enduring investment in our city’s pride and potential. We call on all Calgarians to rally behind this spirit — not just in sport, but in building a healthy, and united future.
This is a chance to invest not just in a facility, but in our identity, our youth, and our shared future. Together, we can build a stronger, more vibrant Calgary — one that lives up to the legacy we inherited and the legacy we choose to leave behind.
Here’s how you can be part of our legacy in motion.
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United by Community, Powered by Sport
WinSport is the proud owner and operator of Canada Olympic Park, WinSport continues to honour the historic 1988 Winter Olympics while inspiring generations.
Nestled on the historic Paskapoo Slopes in Calgary, Alberta, this land has long been a gathering place. Today, it thrives as a space where high-performance sport and community recreation coexist, thanks to the foresight of leaders such as Frank King and the Olympic Bid Team, as well as the enduring support of those who keep the spirit of WinSport alive.
We believe sport can change lives — and at WinSport we’ve seen it happen.
We are a not-for-profit organization that does not receive ongoing government operational funding to deliver our mission.
Our mission is to provide inclusive opportunities for Canadians to discover, develop and excel at sport and physical activity through world-class training, legendary facilities and exceptional experiences.
The Problem
WE ARE FACING A CRISIS.
WinSport is ready to be part of the solution.
Today, children and youth are increasingly sedentary, disconnected from nature, and addicted to digital screens.
The consequences are clear: rising rates of anxiety, depression, chronic disease, and disconnection.
Your financial support drives lasting social impact.
Programs include:
- Adaptive Sport – Removing barriers with inclusive programs and equipment.
- Newcomers & Refugees – Welcoming families to snow, ice, and Canadian life.
- Girls-Only – Keeping girls in sport, building leaders.
- Indigenous – Fostering trust through meaningful connection.
- Schools – Reaching 20,000+ students with skill-based, learn-to programs.
Lives change with your donations. Here are powerful, real-life examples.
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Success Stories
Talan’s Story: Turning Pain into Power
Talan was just 12 years old when life dealt him challenges most of us can barely imagine. Born with cerebral palsy affecting his right arm and leg, he faced daily
hurdles that required resilience far beyond his years. But the physical obstacles weren’t the hardest part — Talan had also endured painful bullying that left lasting
emotional scars. Then came WinSport.
In the heart of our summer camps, something extraordinary happened. Talan found more than just a program — he found a community that saw his potential, not his limitations. He was met with open arms, compassion, and an unshakable belief in his strength. Slowly, the weight of his trauma began to lift. Surrounded by supportive mentors and peers, Talan laughed, played, and built friendships — maybe for the first time, truly feeling like he belonged.
What began as a safe space became a launchpad. Talan’s challenges didn’t disappear, but he learned how to stand taller in the face of them. His time at WinSport has helped him transform pain into power, and vulnerability into courage. Today, that confidence carries with him everywhere he goes, and his mom is forever thankful. Because at WinSport, sport isn’t just about performance — it’s about healing, growth, and hope.
"WinSport improved my sons mental health and turns out, mine too."
- Tatiana, Talan’s Mom
Sawyer and Cassandra: A Family Transformed
For Sawyer, the world was filled with limitations. Living with a rare neuromuscular disorder, he relies on a power wheelchair and requires a tracheostomy for overnight breathing. For years, sports and physical activity felt like doors forever closed.
Until they found WinSport.
Through our Adapted Multi-Sport program, Sawyer entered a world he had only dreamed of — a world where sport was not about exclusion, but possibility. He played, competed, smiled, and discovered something priceless: that he belonged. But the impact reached even further.
Sawyer’s mom, Cassandra, watched her son light up in ways she’d never seen. His joy, his confidence, his breakthroughs — they opened her heart to a whole new world too.
In empowering Sawyer, WinSport empowered a family. Because when one child is given the space to thrive, the ripple effects can touch every corner of a home, a community, and a city.
At WinSport, we don’t just teach sport. We unlock potential. We restore hope. We build lives.
"My son has opened my world to so many thing, including adapted sports."
- Cassandra, Sawyer's Mom
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Countless lives are being changed every day — not through medals or podiums — through belief and support.
We’re not just shaping athletes.
We’re shaping futures.
Why Give?
Because You’ll See the Results.
- You’ll see kids active, outdoors, and building confidence.
- You’ll see newcomers embraced by a community that welcomes them.
- You’ll see girls discover leadership through sport.
- You’ll see Calgary thrive as a healthier, more connected city.
Your dollars are not just donations — they are investments in outcomes. Outcomes that matter.
We Need You. This Is Urgent.
As construction on the Day Lodge moves forward, we are inviting community champions to stand beside us — to invest in a healthier, stronger, and more connected Calgary.
We need individuals, families, and corporate partners who believe in the power of sport. Who want to see more kids outside and moving. Who want to shape a city where everyone — regardless of background, ability, or circumstance — has opportunity.
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. Something lasting.
Not just a vibrant facility, but a community hub.
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Here's How You Can Help
Be part of the legacy in motion
Day Lodge
A catalyst for the future
Reopening at the end of 2025, WinSport’s revitalized Day Lodge represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reshape how our community comes together through sport. The Day Lodge originally opened in 1987 as the media centre for the 1988 Olympics.
This $45-million project has secured $17.5 million from both the Government of Canada and the Government of Alberta, with additional support required from private donors and corporate sponsors. With 75,000 square feet of newly modernized and expanded space, the new Day Lodge will be the heartbeat of Canada Olympic Park.
- Inclusive – Enhanced accessibility for all.
- Sustainable – Zero-carbon certified and environmentally led.
- Inspiring – Expanded programs, greater impact, lasting memories.
Your support now will help bring this vision to life — and ensure that the Day Lodge becomes a beacon of belonging for decades to come.
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Discovery Park
There is no better place to learn how to ski
How many times have you heard, “I learned how to ski at Paskapoo.” Well, today’s Discovery Park Enhancement Project is designed to transform WinSport’s learner area. Upgrades to the snow school lodge and beginner zones will make this space fully accessible and inclusive for every guest into the future — especially participants in adapted programs.
Together, the new Day Lodge and Discovery Park will serve as the beating heart of our campus, welcoming all who wish to explore the thrilling world of snow sports.
Ways to Give
Invest in WinSport's Capital Projects
Help bridge the funding gap for essential infrastructure projects including the new Day Lodge, and Discovery Park, or leave a lasting legacy by including WinSport in your estate planning.
Support Social Impact Programs
Donate to fund transformative programs, inclusive community initiatives, and causes that matter most to you — such as empowering girls in sport, welcoming newcomers, advancing sustainability, supporting Indigenous youth, and promoting adaptive sports.
Sponsorship and Branding Opportunities
Elevate your brand and community impact through corporate partnerships, including naming opportunities for key facilities and visible support for WinSport’s mission.
Be Part of the Legacy
Your support builds more than a Day Lodge — it builds a legacy in motion.
Join us — and be part of what lives on, every single day.
Your Support. Your Impact. Your Legacy.
To learn more about partnering in a healthier, more connected Calgary, please contact:
Jennifer Konopaki
Senior Vice President, Strategy and Business Development
Kathryn Kolaczek
Campaign Director