Day 2: What to Expect from Team Canada at Milano Cortina 2026
February 7, 2026
After Valérie Maltais made history by securing the very first medal for Team Canada during the Milano Cortina 2026 Games on Day 1, many are eager to see what the second day has in store.
Let’s dive into the lineup of Canadian athletes competing today, ensuring you don’t miss a single exciting moment.
Alpine Skiing
Kicking off the day at 5:30 a.m. ET, the women’s downhill event will take place at the Tofane Alpine Skiing Centre. Valérie Grenier, who incredibly clinched her only World Cup downhill podium at this very venue two years ago, will be the 21st to start. Following her will be Cassidy Gray, who will compete in bib No. 32. This race promises to showcase the thrilling skill and speed of these talented athletes.
Biathlon
At 8:05 a.m. ET, the first biathlon competition will unfold at the stunning Anterselva Biathlon Arena. Canada’s mixed relay team consists of Adam Runnalls, Jasper Fleming, Pascale Paradis, and Nadia Moser. Notably, this historic race marks the Olympic debut for all team members except Runnalls, adding an extra layer of excitement and anticipation as they aim to impress on the international stage.
Cross-Country Skiing
The men will take their turn in the spotlight today with the 20km skiathlon, following yesterday's women's races. Competing for Canada are Antoine Cyr, Rémi Drolet, Max Hollmann, and Xavier McKeever, each bringing their unique strengths and determination to the course.
Curling
In a crucial match for playoff positioning, Jocelyn Peterman and Brett Gallant will face off against Sweden at 8:35 a.m. ET, seeking to revive their hopes after suffering three consecutive defeats. Later, they return to the ice at 1:05 p.m. ET to challenge South Korea, making this a pivotal day for their team.
Figure Skating
As we head into the final day of the team event, Team Canada currently holds fourth place, just two points shy of the podium. Lia Pereira and Trennt Michaud will perform in the pairs free skate at 1:30 p.m. ET, followed by Madeline Schizas in the women’s free skate at 2:45 p.m. ET. Finally, Stephen Gogolev is set to conclude the day with his performance in the men’s free skate at 3:55 p.m. ET, as Team Canada strives to leap into medal contention.
Snowboarding
The parallel giant slalom competition will begin at 3:00 a.m. ET, featuring qualification runs for both men and women. Representing Canada will be Kaylie Buck and Aurélie Moisan in the women’s event, alongside Arnaud Gaudet and Ben Heldman for the men. They’ll aim to advance to the elimination rounds, starting with the ⅛ finals at 7:00 a.m. ET. Later in the day, the qualification round for the women’s big air will take place at 1:30 p.m. ET, where Laurie Blouin and Juliette Pelchat are expected to compete.
Speed Skating – Long Track
Finally, at 10:00 a.m. ET, Ted-Jan Bloemen will represent Canada in the men’s 5000m race. As a silver medalist from the 2018 Olympics, he will be in the final pairing, bringing high expectations and excitement to his performance.
This day at Milano Cortina promises to be filled with thrilling competitions and the potential for more medals. Will Team Canada rise to the occasion? Stay tuned!
