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Province supporting 2026 FIS Ski Cross World Cup at Blue Mountains

October 30, 2025   ·   0 Comments

By Brian Lockhart, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

The Ontario government is providing $272,300 to Alpine Canada to support the 2026 FIS Ski Cross World Cup, to be held in the Blue Mountains from March 2 to 15, 2026.

MPP for Simcoe-Grey, Brian Saunderson, announced the funding on Wednesday, Oct. 15.

FIS is the International Ski and Snowboarding Federation, which is the highest international governing body for these snow sports. 

The $272,300 in funding for Alpine Canada is part of the provincial government’s plan to protect the economy and promote active, healthy living across Ontario.

“I’m proud that our government is supporting the 2026 FIS Ski Cross World Cup here in the Blue Mountains,” MPP Saunderson said. “This is a world-class event that will showcase Ontario’s natural assets, strengthen our local economy, and inspire the next generation of athletes. This investment reflects our commitment to building healthy, active communities and reinforcing Simcoe-Grey’s reputation as a premier destination for sport and tourism.”

Funding is provided through the Ontario Sport Hosting Program and is part of over $1.6 million that the Ministry of Sport is investing to support 21 national and nine international amateur sport events in communities across the province.

These events will welcome 10,000 athletes from across Canada and around the world to Ontario and are expected to generate over $34 million in economic activity.

“Sport tourism is a major economic driver for our province, and an important part of our government’s plan to protect Ontario’s economy,” said Neil Lumsden, Minister of Sport. “Through these investments, we’re helping communities unlock the benefits of sport hosting, while giving our athletes the chance to compete here at home, and reinforcing Ontario’s reputation as a premier destination for world-class events.”

The Ontario Sport Hosting Program helps bring national and international amateur sport events to the province by providing funding to organizations to host them. These events encourage investment in local sport infrastructure, help boost local economies, and increase tourism.

They also provide an opportunity for athletes to train and develop their skills at home.  

The program has supported more than 230 events since 2018, generating approximately $220 million in economic activity across the province.

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