2013 Annual Report
Inspiring Canadians - In Sport & Life
Message from the Chair
2014/15
Board of
Governors
Colin MacDonald,
Chair
Hon. Jim Prentice,
Vice Chair
Brad Robertson,
Secretary/Treasurer
Scott Cooper
Jane Hungerford
George Marlatte
Marnie McBean
Scott Moore
Mike Robinson
Robert Rooney
June 2014
On behalf of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Board of Governors, I am pleased to present the 2013 Annual Report.
2013 was a successful year for Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, with a lot of effort spent on positioning the
organization for future sustainability and success. Visitor numbers to Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame continued to
grow with a significant increase in group visits, facility rentals, and school programs over the previous year.
We acknowledge and thank Governors Jane Hungerford, Marnie McBean and Scott Moore, who retired at the
completion of their terms at the 2014 Annual General Meeting, for their hard work and dedication. Four new
Governors were elected to the Board: Geoff Beattie, C.E.O., Generation Capital Ltd.; Michelle Cameron-Coulter,
Honoured Member; Jack Graham, Partner, McInnes Cooper; and Kerrin Lee-Gartner, Honoured Member. We
are pleased that the Board of Governors has a strong national presence represented by many regions of Canada.
2014
I would like to thank Dr. Bruce Kidd, Chair of the Honoured Member Selection Committee and his dedicated
Honoured Member Committee Members for their excellent work in identifying the annual class of Inductees. Canada’s Sports Hall of
Selection Committee Fame received a record number of nominations in 2013 from across the country from the public, national sport
Dr. Bruce Kidd,
Chair
Steve Armitage
Sylvie Bigras
Ian Bird
Stephen Brunt
Craig Button
Bruce Dowbiggin
Dr. M. Ann Hall
Dr. Colin Howell
Marnie McBean
Francois Messier
Scott Moore
Monty Mosher
Marie-José Turcotte
organizations, and other sport-specific and regional Halls of Fame.
The Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame 2013 Induction Celebrations presented by the Canada Games were held in
Toronto on October 16, 2013 as we returned to our roots and welcomed eleven new athletes and builders into
Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. This sold out event enabled us to reconnect with the Toronto community that
supported Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame since its inception in 1955.
Thank you to our Honoured Members, supporters, Governors, Honoured Member Selection Committee
Members, staff and volunteers whose dedication allows us to continue our work to inspire Canadians in sport and
in life.
Sincerely,
Colin P. MacDonald
Chairman of the Board of Governors
Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame
INSPIRE
Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame 2013 Induction Celebrations
presented by the Canada Games
Induction into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame is the pinnacle of sporting achievement in Canada. Our Honoured
Members are role models for all Canadians, whose stories inspire us all to be the best we can be in sport and life.
Each year, we induct a new class of athletes and builders into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. Canada’s Sports Hall
of Fame 2013 Induction Celebrations presented by the Canada Games were held on October 16, 2013 at the
Sheraton Centre in Toronto, and included the Molson Coors VIP reception for Honoured Members and
sponsors, Induction Ceremonies and Gala Dinner. The event was broadcast nationally on Rogers Sportsnet
throughout November. All funds raised were used to support Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame’s programs and
services.
The Class of 2013 inductees included (from left to right) Alison Sydor, Jean-Guy Ouellet, the 1992 Women’s
Olympic Gold Medal Rowing Team – Coxless 4, Kirsten Barnes, Brenda Taylor, Jessica Monroe-Gonin,
Kay Worthington and Jennifer Walinga, Russ Howard, Murray Costello and Joe Sakic.
Not pictured: Andre Viger (1952-2006)
Throughout 2013, many of our Honoured Members visited, attended events and participated in Canada’s Sports
Hall of Fame programs. We strive to support their endeavors in the community and are thankful for their
commitment to assisting Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame in sharing their stories with all Canadians.
Marcel Aubut
Steve Bauer
Kurt Browning
Syliva Burka
Cassie Campbell-Pascall
Yvan Cournoyer
Gary Cowan
Bill Crothers
Frances Dafoe Bogin
David Dore
Tony Gabriel
Laurie Graham-Flynn
Curt Harnett
Sandy Hawley
Paul Henderson
Clara Hughes
Dennis Hull
Lucille Hutchinson
Don Jackson
Roger Jackson
Russ Jackson
Angela James
Maria Jelinek
Leonard Kelly
Pierre Lueders
Archie MacKinnon
Frank Mahovlich
Al Morrow
Cindy Nicholas
Bill O’Donnell
Sandra Post
Kyle Shewfelt
Pat Stapleton
Marlene Stewart Streit
Ron Taylor
Bill White
New Website Launch
WWW.SPORTSHALL.CA
Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame’s
new website launched
in early 2014.
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checkout Canada’s Sports
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Vision
Canada’s Sports Hall
of Fame’s Honoured
Members are role
models for
Canadians of all ages
and their stories unite
our country and
remind us of the core
values that define
our people.
Mission
Canada’s Sports Hall
of Fame will share the
stories of the
achievements of our
Honoured Members
so that we can inspire
all Canadians to be
the best they can be
in all aspects of life.
M O T I VAT E
Thanks to the following
individuals and
organizations for your
generous support:
• Alberta Museums
Association
• AMJ Campbell
• Anonymous
• Calgary Metro
• Canada Summer Jobs
• Canada Games
• Canadian Tire
• Cisco
• City Green Landscapes
• CBC
• CIBC
• Daryl K. Seaman
(Calgary Foundation)
• Edge Communications
• FGL/SportChek
• Impello
• Magna International
• Maple Leaf Sports &
Entertainment
• Molson Coors
• Museum Assistance
Program
• Nexen
• Pepsico Beverages
Canada
• PSAV
• PwC
• RBC Foundation
• Rogers Sportsnet
• Riddell Family Trust
• Schlumberger Canada
• Sharp Electronics
• Sparta Promotions
• Suncor Energy
• Talisman Energy
• Taylor Group
• Timex
• Toronto Star
• TSN
• Webscapes
• Young Canada Works
Facility Rentals & Events
A powerful and inspiring convergence of shared values and examples exist between Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame
and Corporate Canada. The principles and life lessons of Honoured Members are very relevant and directly
translatable to business agendas and aspirations to create sustainable competitive advantage. Canada’s Sports Hall
of Fame will provide a unique and inspiring venue, customized retreat agendas, world class business facilitation
and consultative expertise to align with your corporate agenda. 64 corporate events were hosted at Canada’s Sports
Hall of Fame throughout 2013, which provided over 5,449 guests with a fun, inspiring and interactive experience.
Corporate Group Rentals Included:
• Canadian Olympic
Committee
• Canadian Paralympic
Committee
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City of Calgary
Conoco Phillips
FGL/Sportchek
First National
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Hockey Canada
KPMG
Kids Cancer Care
Nesbitt Burns
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PGA Canada
Suncor Energy
TD Bank
University of Calgary
Honoured Members, Gordie Howe and Wayne Gretzky, surprised guests at a corporate event
Talisman Energy Education Program
Over 7,700 students participated in education programs in 2013. A new education program was launched called
“Inspiring Canadian Youth Through Sports Stories” (ICYTSS) funded by the Daryl K. Seaman fund at the Calgary
Foundation. Four (ICYTSS) programs were run in 2013 and incorporated video of our Honoured Members’ valuerelated stories and included presentations by Honoured Members Pat Stapleton and Michelle Cameron-Coulter.
The program is also presented in partnership with the National Sports School and included presentations from
current athletes. The RBC Equal Access program allowed underprivileged children access to Canada’s Sports Hall
of Fame for an inspiring and educational field trip. 14 schools were able to visit Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame and
participate in our education programs at no cost to the schools. An off-site education program was presented by
Honoured Member, Pat Stapleton as part of the 2013 induction ceremonies day on October 16, 2013. Over 110
students from three Toronto schools attended.
E D U C AT E
Our current education experience has been developed and presented to in-house audiences of youth through the presentation of six
curriculum-based education programs for students from kindergarten to grade 12. Over 15,000 students have had the opportunity to visit
Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame over the past two and a half years and learn about the amazing stories of our Honoured Members and have
been inspired by lessons these stories hold. Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame’s education programs offer students the opportunity to experience
the museum’s twelve galleries, engage with our fifty-three interactive activities (from wheelchair racing to sports broadcasting), and watch
the inspiring “Canada’s Greatest Sport Moments” film. Programs also include interactive tours and hands-on experiences with historical
artefacts.
Stories of sacrifice, dedication, perseverance, teamwork, passion, and resilience can be found within our 540 Honoured Members’ stories.
The lessons found in these stories can be applied in day-to-day life and inspire youth to keep working towards their goals and dreams.
In 2013, Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame began working toward a virtual education program that would provide access to educational and
inspiring programs across Canada.
This project meets the strategic direction initiatives as identified by our long-term plan:
• Provide easy access to our education programs from anywhere in Canada
• Educate youth about the inspiring stories of our Honoured Members and the important life lessons that students can learn from
• Connect with youth across Canada who would not normally have the opportunity to visit Calgary to experience the museum in person
2013 Summary Financial Information
Revenues
Expenses
Amortization of deferred contribution revenue of $2,976,925 is not included in this chart.
Donors & Sponsorship
630,286 - 34.2%
Induction Celebration Event
530,826 - 28.8%
Program Grants
390,158 - 21.2%
Admissions
107,755 - 5.7%
Facility Rental
74, 874 - 4.1%
Offsite Exhibits
37,000 - 2.0%
Education Program
34,130 - 1.9%
Retail Store Sales
19,646 - 1.1%
Interest & Sundry Income
18,142 - 1.0%
Amortization of capital assets expense of $3,083,833 is not included in this chart.
Program Costs
1,861,424 - 80.2%
Fund Development
259,424 - 11.2%
Marketing
120,489 - 5.2%
Governance
49,023 - 2.1%
Administration
29,264 - 1.3%
This information is taken from the complete financial records of the organization.
To obtain the full audited financial statements, contact (403) 776-1080 or visit www.sportshall.ca.
C OM M U N I T Y
Exhibits and Collections
Since 1955, Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame has built an extensive collection of over 95,000 artefacts and thousands of photographs and videos.
Our collection includes everything from Terry Fox’s iconic running shoe from his Marathon of Hope to the largest collection of Olympic and
Paralympic artefacts in Canada to historical sports moments caught on film.
Terry Fox’s Shoe
Sochi 2014 Olympic
Winter Games Torch
Hidy & Howdy Mascots
Many new acquisitions were received in 2013 including Honoured Member collections from Marion Lay, Jamie Salé, David Pelletier
and Andrea Neil. Donations from the public included a 2014 Sochi torch and an original set of Hidy and Howdy costumes,
mascots for the 1988 Olympic Winter Games in Calgary.
New Exhibits
Sport vs. Science: The Perfect Match
On loan from Museum of Man and Nature, Sherbrooke Quebec and on display from January 15-May 29, 2013. An interactive exhibit for
the whole family with sport challenges and activities that demonstrate how science and technology have contributed to enhance sport
performance for all Canadians, from amateurs to elite athletes.
Lace Up: Canada’s Passion for Skating
Exhibit on loan from Canadian Museum of History. The first exhibition in Canada to focus on all three skating sports: figure skating, speed
skating and hockey. It tells the story, both ancient and contemporary, of one of the oldest and most popular recreational and sporting
activities in the country.
Mount Everest – 40th anniversary of First Ascent
Exhibit to mark the 40th anniversary of the first ascent of Mt. Everest, the world’s highest mountain. Dave Rodney, the first Canadian to
have summited Mt. Everest on two occasions, attended the unveiling and gave a presentation to local high school students about his ascents.
Students were given the rare opportunity to “touch the top of Everest” by holding rocks taken from the top of Mt. Everest. The exhibit,
“Everest: 29,035 ft (8,850m)”, was on display from May 29 to August 31, 2013.
World Hockey Association – 40th Anniversary
The World Hockey Association changed the game of major league hockey for Canada and the world. The WHA exhibit located in the Sport
Chek Hockey Gallery features artefacts such as the original AVCO World Trophy (the WHA championship trophy), a hockey stick
autographed by Gordie Howe and Marty Howe, original pennants of all WHA teams, Bill Goldsworthy’s Edmonton Oilers jersey and
special features on all the Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Honoured Members who played in the WHA, including Wayne Gretzky. Also
included is a hockey stick created for Wayne Gretzky when he was first drafted. The hockey legend’s name is misspelled on the stick.
Doc Seaman Exhibit & Program
Funding received from The Calgary Foundation – Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Fund gave students a chance to hear a live
presentation from an Honoured Member and have a presentation from an athlete from the National Sport School.
PA S S I O N
Photos of New Exhibits & Announcement of 2014 Olympic Women’s Hockey Team
Mt. Everest Exhibit Launch
Sport vs. Science: The Perfect Match
WHA Exhibit Launch
Doc Seaman Exhibit
WHA Exhibit Launch with Honoured Member, Pat Stapleton
2014 Olympic Women’s Hockey Team Announcement
December 23, 2013 with Honoured Member, Cassie Campbell
NOMINATE YOUR HERO!
Induction into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame is the highest sporting honour in Canada. Each year, a class of the country’s most
influential and inspiring athletes and builders are inducted. All Canadians are invited to nominate Athletes and Builders for
induction. Nominations are due by January 15th of each year.
For more information and to download the nomination form, visit www.sportshall.ca
EXCITING INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Thanks to the Government of Canada, the Province of Alberta, the City of Calgary, WinSport and our generous community donors
and corporate sponsors, Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame’s $30 Million international award-winning facility carries no long or short term
debt. Similar to most Registered Charitable Organizations, we must annually fundraise to maintain our ongoing operations. After
almost three years of operation, Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame continues to grow and develop new programs and opportunities for
donors and sponsors to invest in our efforts to inspire Canadians through teaching the critical values that form a part of all of our
Honoured Members’ stories. The values of hard work, setting goals, perseverance, overcoming obstacles, teamwork and leadership, to
name a few, are critical for not only youth, but also for businesses, families and communities.
Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame offers a range of program investments including the development of a National Virtual Distance
Learning Program, the re-launch of the Tom Longboat trophy to recognize Canada’s top male and female Aboriginal athletes, and our
concept for Canada’s 150th Anniversary in 2017 of a mobile Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame to visit communities and schools across
Canada.
As we continually change our exhibits to ensure every visit to Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame is new and inspiring, we are open to
exploring ideas for future exhibits to highlight the diversity of sport in Canada. Lastly, Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame is planning to
launch a long-term sustainability plan which will include naming opportunities, an endowment fund and an annual patron program.
If you would like to make a donation or discuss any investment ideas, please contact Mario Siciliano, 403-776-1080 or
msiciliano@cshof.ca.
CONTACT US
Mario Siciliano, President & CEO
Phone: 403-776-1080
Email: msiciliano@cshof.ca
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