About Skimo CanadaSkimo Canada is the national governing body for ski mountaineering racing in Canada. Skimo is one of the fastest-growing winter sports in the world and made its Olympic debut at Milano Cortina 2026. Here at home, our 2027 Canada Cup Series spans six races across Alberta, British Columbia and Québec, our National Team is competing on the World Cup circuit, and our community of racers, clubs, volunteers and resort partners grows every season.

We are a volunteer-led organization at a turning point: moving from a founder-driven operation to a fully qualified national sport organization. We are bringing in an Executive Director to build the capacity, governance and funding base to get there.

The OpportunityThis is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced sport or non-profit executive who wants real influence over the future of a sport on the rise. Reporting to the Chair and supporting the Board of Directors, you will deliver a focused set of priorities over the 2026/27 season and help set the strategic direction for 2027/28 through 2030/31.

The contract is the first phase of a longer plan. Strong performance may lead to a longer-term appointment as the organization’s permanent Executive Director.

What You’ll DoStrategic leadership

• Explore shared facilities and services with adjacent national sport organizations and identify the best opportunities for financial and operational efficiency (report due Feb. 28, 2027)

• Research eligible funding sources at all levels of government and prepare targeted grant applications

• Develop and implement a fundraising strategy beyond government funding: commercial, community and sport participation

• Review the Skimo Canada Operating Plan and coordinate delivery of outstanding and scheduled activities

• Develop a multi-year plan to expand exposure of and access to skimo wherever snow sports are enjoyed

• Organize a professionally facilitated,



in-person Board strategic planning session to review the current Strategic Plan and begin development of the 2027/28 to 2030/31 plan

Governance

• Recommend bylaw revisions on PSO and club structure to support national growth and streamline operations, in light of the 2026 Commission on the Future of Sport in Canada report

• Review Skimo Canada policies for effective implementation and recommend revisions

• Organize mandatory Board governance training in compliance with the Sport Canada Contribution Agreement

Administrative operations

• Manage day-to-day operations in partnership with Directors and volunteers, including sanctioned race agreements, insurance, ISMF requirements, the website and communications

• Complete reporting to Sport Canada and other funders

• Support the Treasurer with budget management

• Support Directors and volunteers in delivering the annual race program

• Build and publish the annual meeting schedule, and consolidate meeting records

• Develop and support grassroots activities

• Represent Skimo Canada to NorAm, the Americas Council, ISMF and other bodies as needed

Reporting rhythm

• Weekly check-in with the Chair

• Bi-weekly check-ins with Committee Chairs

Who You AreRequired

• Senior experience (typically 7+ years) leading a national, provincial or regional sport organization or a comparable non-profit, ideally with a small team and a volunteer board

• Working knowledge of the Canadian sport system: Sport Canada, funding agreements and compliance, Own the Podium, the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport, and PSO/NSO structures





• Demonstrated success with government grants and non-government fundraising or sponsorship

• Experience with governance: bylaws, policies, board development and strategic planning

• Strong financial literacy and the ability to support a Treasurer and Board with budgeting and reporting

• Excellent communicator, comfortable representing the organization with funders, partners and international federations

• Self-directed, organized and comfortable working remotely with volunteers in several time zones

Assets

• Experience in snow sports, endurance sport, or the Olympic and Paralympic movement

• Knowledge of ISMF structures and event sanctioning

• Fluency in French, in support of our official languages commitments

• Personal connection to skimo, backcountry skiing or mountain sport

Contract Terms• Contract position (independent contractor), immediate start through March 31, 2027

- Full-time engagement during the contract term, including some evenings and weekends during race season
- Remote, with occasional travel to races and the Board planning session
- Compensation: $6,500 to $8,500 per month, inclusive of all fees; contractor is responsible for their own taxes and benefits
- Reports to the Chair of the Board (Vice-Chair as delegated)
- Opportunity to transition into a longer-term appointment

How to ApplySend a résumé and a cover letter describing your relevant experience and why skimo interests you to [email protected] with the subject line “Skimo Canada Executive Director”. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a suitable candidate is selected. We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

- Skimo Canada is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and to an accessible hiring process. We welcome applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Please let us know if you need accommodation at any stage.

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