The
Altius Nordic Ski Club was incorporated as a non-profit association
in March 1985, as a member club of the Alberta Ski Jumping &
Nordic Combined Association. The main purpose of the club in those
early days was to assist in the preparation of officials and
athletes for the 1988 Olympic Winter Games in Calgary. The name
"Altius" was fittingly chosen from the familiar
Olympic games motto:
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To be the premier ski jumping and Nordic combined ski club in
North America.
The
MISSION of the Altius Nordic Ski
Club is:
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To provide enjoyable opportunities for athletes and officials to
participate in and gain knowledge of the disciplines of ski
jumping and Nordic combined skiing.
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To provide exceptional athlete programming focused on achieving
peak performances through training and healthy lifestyles.
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To encourage youth to carry on the Olympic ideals.
As
the "home club" at Canada
Olympic Park, the Altius Nordic Ski Club is the backbone of the
National Training Centre. The club trains and provides an excellent
base of volunteers for competitions and events held at the National
Training Centre.
An
elected Board of Directors consisting of a president, past president
and five directors, governs the operations of Altius. Volunteers are
elected to these board positions for two-year terms. Altius also
looks to standing committees for ongoing operations.
This is
very much a member driven club - everyone is encouraged to get
involved!
The
VISION of the Altius Nordic Ski
Club is:
, the Altius Nordic Ski Club is the backbone of the
National Training Centre. The club trains and provides an excellent
base of volunteers for competitions and events held at the National
Training Centre.