CPC, COC, CAC and Petro-Canada announce the FACE Program recipients of 2026 

TORONTO (October 14, 2026) — Today, the Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC), the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC), the Coaching Association of Canada (CAC) and Petro-Canada™, a Suncor business, announced Petro-Canada’s Fuelling Athlete and Coaching Excellence (FACE™) Program Class of 2026.  

The FACE Program, now in its 38th year, provides financial support to both athletes and coaches as they pursue their Olympic and Paralympic dreams. Since 1988, Petro-Canada has provided over $15M in financial support to more than 3,500 Canadian athletes and coaches.  

“Petro-Canada’s unwavering commitment to Canadian athletes and coaches continues to make a real difference on the path to the podium. We’re proud of this enduring partnership and grateful for the role it plays in helping Team Canada hopefuls reach their full potential,” said David Shoemaker, CEO and Secretary General, Canadian Olympic Committee.  

“The FACE Program has been a significant part of the sport pathway in Canada for several years, with so many Paralympic medallists having received a FACE grant early in their careers,” said Karen O’Neill, CEO, Canadian Paralympic Committee. “Thank you to Petro-Canada for their longstanding leadership and commitment to sport in Canada and supporting Canadian athletes and coaches – it has made a true impact. This type of support is so invaluable to an athlete to remove barriers and provide resources as they progress in their sport journeys. We congratulate each member of the FACE Class of 2026.”  

“Coaches play a vital role in helping athletes reach their potential. Through Petro-Canada’s FACE Program, coaches gain access to resources that strengthen their leadership, deepen their expertise and enhance the impact they have on athletes every day. This investment in coach development helps build a stronger sport system and supports the next generation of Canadian Paralympic and Olympic hopefuls,” said Lorraine Lafrenière, CEO, Coaching Association of Canada.  

This year, the FACE grant is awarded to 55 athlete-coach pairs striving to represent Team Canada, but who do not yet qualify for government funding. These Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls will receive $10,000 per pair to fund training, equipment, education and travel costs.  

“At Petro-Canada, we’re proud to support the athletes and coaches who represent the future of sport in Canada,” said Patrick Ritchie, Vice President, Petro-Canada. “Through the FACE Program, we help remove some of the financial barriers they both face so they can stay focused on training, development and pursuing their Olympic and Paralympic dreams. Congratulations to the FACE Class of 2026 – we’re honoured to be part of your journey and excited to see all that you will achieve.”  

The complete FACE Class of 2026 recipient list can be found at Petro-Canada.ca/FACE.