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CALGARY, Alberta. . . The diversity of Canada’s rich sporting heritage is evident in the seven newest Inductees who make up the Class of 2025, selected to receive the Order of Sport, Canada’s highest sporting honour this October.
From alpine ski slopes to international soccer fields, the five athletes chosen are Erik Guay (Alpine Skiing); Kevin Martin (Curling); Christine Sinclair (Soccer); Michelle Stilwell (Para-Athletics); and Darren Zack (Softball).
In the Builder category, Martha Billes (Sport Administration) has advanced sport in Canada through major philanthropic support, especially via Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities. Ted Nolan (Ice Hockey) has made a lasting impact through his National Hockey League (NHL) coaching success and advocacy for Indigenous youth, using sport to inspire and create positive change.
“Each year, we are inspired by the incredible number of nominations that come in from coast to coast to coast - submitted by students, families, communities, and sport leaders - who truly understand the power of sport to transform lives.” said Cheryl Bernard, President & CEO of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame (CSHoF). “The Class of 2025 is nothing short of extraordinary. Their achievements and impact extend well beyond the field of play. Their stories of resilience, leadership, and lasting legacy will continue to unite and inspire Canadians for generations to come.”
The Class of 2025 will receive the Order of Sport and be formally inducted into CSHoF on October 29, 2025, at the Canadian Museum of History during the 69th Annual Order of Sport Awards, presented by Everest Funeral Concierge.
CSHoF is proud to announce Ottawa native Jacqueline Belsito and Ted Wagstaff as Co-Chairs of this year’s event celebrating the Class of 2025. Both bring a deep commitment to sport and community leadership that will help elevate this national celebration.
From grassroots philanthropy to professional sport leadership, Jacqueline and Ted embody the power of sport to inspire, unite, and uplift—reinforcing its vital role in shaping a more connected and compassionate Canada.
This year also marks the kickoff of CSHoF’s 70th anniversary, celebrating seven decades of preserving and promoting Canada’s rich sports heritage. Since it was established in 1955, CSHoF has been dedicated to reminding Canadians why sport matters.
About Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame
Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame (CSHoF) is a registered charitable organization and has been a vital cultural institution in Canada since 1955. As Canada's only national museum of sport, and home to Canada’s highest sporting honour, the Order of Sport, the organization’s mandate is to empower the pivotal role sport plays in shaping Canada’s future. Through three guiding pillars—curation, education, and recognition—CSHoF honours the transformative power of sport and the inspiring role models who have shaped our nation’s story, reminding Canadians why sport matters.
For more information on Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, visit sportshall.ca or follow Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame on Facebook and Instagram (@cansportshall) or X (@sportshall).
About Order of Sport
Over 750 Hall of Famers have been inducted into Canada's Sports Hall of Fame since its establishment in 1955 and in 2019, the organization launched a new recognition program, the Order of Sport which is Canada’s highest sporting honour. This award is a symbol of the organization’s vision to build Canada through the transformative power of sport. Awarding all individuals and teams who are inducted into Canada's Sports Hall of Fame with the Order of Sport is to respect and cherish Canadians who have achieved the highest level of accomplishment and who have the purpose and passion to go beyond their sport successes to give back. Celebrating the connection that newly inducted Hall of Famers have made between sport and social purpose - from “great” in their sports to doing “good” in their communities and aligning that with the lessons that sport teaches - demonstrates to the nation that sport, and its values, plays a substantial role in shaping this country. For more information, visit orderofsport.ca.