New federal government funding has been secured by Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, the organization announced recently.
“We’re not just preserving history—we’re bringing it to life through digital exhibits, engaging storytelling, and public nominations for the Order of Sport, celebrating sport as a powerful force for inclusion, leadership, and national pride,” said Cheryl Bernard, the president and chief executive officer of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, in a statement.
“We are deeply grateful for this investment and thrilled to continue working with the federal government to inspire and unite Canadians.”
The funding injection – $5 million over five years – will support the preservation and celebration of Canadian sports history, while allowing the registered charitable organization to share stories about outstanding athletes.
The allocation of funds, which represents the first time the organization has received multi-year federal support, was part of the government’s 2024 Fall Economic Statement.
“It’s a huge win for our organization and the result of many years of lobbying and advocacy,” Bernard told the Calgary Herald newspaper.
“To say it’s a relief would be an understatement.”
Located in Calgary at Canada Olympic Park, Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame was established in 1955 and it has inducted over 700 Hall of Famers over the years.
It is Canada’s only national museum of sport and it’s three guiding pillars are curation, education and recognition.