Andrew Baker is set to take on the role of president and CEO of Alpine Canada, aiming to build on his past contributions. He will succeed Therese Brisson, who recently transitioned to become the CEO of Skate Canada after six years with Alpine Canada. Baker brings with him 21 years of experience at the Canadian Olympic Committee, most recently serving as the COC’s chief external affairs officer. His tenure at Alpine Canada will commence in September.
Alpine Canada is responsible for overseeing alpine and Para alpine racing as well as ski cross. The organization manages around 15,000 registered racers and 5,500 coaches across 200 clubs nationwide, as per their 2025 annual report. Additionally, Alpine Canada hosts international World Cup races in Canada.
Upcoming events include women’s giant slaloms in Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, in December and a World Cup ski cross event scheduled for March at Craigleith in Ontario. Baker’s arrival at Alpine Canada coincides with the beginning of preparations for the 2030 Winter Games in the French Alps.
Having played a role in advocating for increased core funding for national sport organizations while at the COC, Baker welcomes the recent federal government announcement of a $755 million investment in high-performance sport over the next five years, with $660 million allocated directly to organizations like Alpine Canada.
Expressing enthusiasm for the future of Canadian sports, Baker highlighted the excellence within alpine, ski cross, and Para alpine disciplines. Despite Canada falling short of Olympic medals in alpine skiing and ski cross at the Milan Cortina Games, Baker remains optimistic about the potential for growth and improvement.
Looking ahead, discussions are ongoing regarding the potential return of men’s speed races in the West Coast, with locations like Whistler or Panorama being considered as alternatives. Recent government investments have also been directed towards upgrading alpine training centers and ski cross facilities, providing a boost to aspiring athletes heading towards the 2030 Winter Games.