As I step into the role of Past Chair, I’m confident that WinSport’s Board of Directors will continue to provide exceptional guidance and vision.  With diverse backgrounds in sport, business, and community building, they remain steadfast in ensuring WinSport’s legacy of excellence.  Our Board committees — Finance & Audit, Governance, Investment Trustee, OEF Oversight, Risk & Safety, and Land & Facility Strategic Planning — have provided invaluable support and wisdom, and I know their contributions will continue to shape WinSport’s success.

A heartfelt thank you to Peter Cohos for more than a decade of unwavering commitment and dedication as he retires from the Board. Since joining in 2013, Peter’s leadership, including his two-year term as Chair from 2021 to 2023, has been instrumental in guiding WinSport through pivotal moments. While stepping back from the Board, we’re thrilled that Peter’s expertise and passion will continue to benefit us as a valued member of the Investment Trustee Committee.

I am honoured to welcome Kelly Coles and Mike Gaudet as the newest members of the WinSport Board. Joining us in November 2024, their exceptional expertise and unwavering passion are sure to bring fresh perspectives and invaluable contributions. I have no doubt their leadership will help propel WinSport to even greater heights, ensuring we continue to thrive as a world-class organization and a cornerstone of our community.

One of the most exciting milestones during my tenure has been the commencement of the long-anticipated Day Lodge renovation project. This transformative initiative represents a new era for WinSport, enhancing opportunities for skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, summer camps, and more. The new Day Lodge will remain a vital community hub where individuals and families come together to connect, celebrate, and grow. I encourage you to read more about this exciting project in the letter from President and CEO Barry Heck and on our website.

Equally important has been WinSport’s role as a pillar of the community. Whether through programs like the Adapted Sports Program, initiatives for newcomers to Canada and Indigenous youth, or unique opportunities like girls-only camps, WinSport continues to welcome and empower all. Our ability to host world-class events and provide spaces for private celebrations further strengthens our connection to the community. The generosity of our sponsors and donors has been instrumental in supporting charitable initiatives aligned with WinSport’s mission, and I extend my sincerest thank you to each of them.

WinSport’s commitment to fostering healthy, active lifestyles remains at the heart of everything we do. By engaging individuals of all ages and abilities, we continue to enrich lives and promote the joy of sport. Seeing the positive impact of these efforts has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my time as Chair.

I have the utmost confidence in incoming Chair Andrew Judson to carry forward the torch. His proven leadership, extensive experience, and dedication to WinSport’s vision will undoubtedly propel the organization to new heights.

While my role as Chair may be ending, my commitment to WinSport is unwavering. I look forward to continuing to support this remarkable organization and finding new ways to help it thrive as a one-of-a-kind sports, events, and community destination in Calgary and beyond.

Thank you for allowing me to be part of this extraordinary journey.

Warm regards,

Greg Kwong
Outgoing Chair, WinSport Board of Directors