pursuit of victory
About
Catriona Le May Doan has spent a lifetime chasing excellence — and redefining it.
A two-time Olympic champion and three-time Olympic medalist—the first Canadian individual athlete to defend an Olympic gold medal—she is also a world record-breaker and an Officer of the Order of Canada, standing as a symbol of determination, humility, and national pride. Today, her journey continues beyond the rink—empowering communities, mentoring leaders, and creating opportunities for the next generation. This is where the next chapter begins.
Pursuit of Victory
Catriona
Le May Doan
Catriona Le May Doan O.C., OLY is one of Canada’s most celebrated Olympians, a trailblazing speed skater whose determination and precision reshaped the sport. A three-time Olympic medallist, she captured gold in the 500m at both Nagano 1998 and Salt Lake City 2002, becoming the first Canadian to successfully defend an Olympic title. Her bronze in the 1,000m at Nagano further cemented her as one of the most dominant sprinters in long track history. Beyond the medals, Catriona became a symbol of excellence and resilience, inspiring generations of athletes across the country.
Following her athletic career, Catriona transitioned into broadcasting, spending more than a decade covering sport at the highest level. She reported on five Olympic Games and was awarded a Gemini Award for Best Sports Analyst for her work at the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games.
Her leadership journey continued off-camera as President and CEO of Sport Calgary, a role she held for seven years. In this capacity, she championed community sport access, strengthened partnerships across sectors, and advanced the importance of active living for all Calgarians.
With more than twenty-five years of public speaking experience, Catriona has shared her story of overcoming obstacles and pursuing excellence with audiences across Canada and around the world. Her commitment to sport and community extends beyond the spotlight through extensive volunteer leadership, including roles with the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games Bid Committee, WinSport, and Special Olympics Canada. She currently serves as Chair of the Canada Games Council, continuing to shape the future of sport in Canada.
Today, Catriona continues her pursuit of excellence off the ice as a professional coach, leadership consultant, and sought-after public speaker. She works with individuals, teams, and organizations to develop clarity, confidence, and purpose—drawing on her unique blend of high-performance experience, empathetic communication, and practical leadership insight. Whether mentoring or guiding youth, professionals, or community leaders, or speaking to audiences across Canada, Catriona brings the same energy and authenticity that defined her Olympic journey. This is the next chapter of her pursuit of victory: helping others discover their own.
My Vision
A Canada where every person—regardless of age, background, or experience—has the opportunity, confidence, and support to pursue their own version of victory. Through leadership, mentorship, and accessible sport and community initiatives, Catriona envisions a future where excellence is not measured only in medals, but in impact, connection, and personal growth.
My Mission
To empower individuals and communities to discover their strengths, pursue meaningful goals, and lead with purpose. Drawing on the principles of high-performance sport, personal resilience, and authentic leadership, Catriona is dedicated to helping people unlock their potential—on the ice, in the workplace, and in life.
My Values
Excellence
A commitment to continual growth, high standards, and showing up with integrity—whether in sport, leadership, or community.
Resilience
Embracing challenges as opportunities for learning, adapting, and building stronger pathways forward.
Community
Believing in the power of connection, collaboration, and accessibility—ensuring everyone feels included in the journey.
Authentic Leadership
Leading with empathy, honesty, and purpose, and empowering others to do the same.
Inspiration
Using experience, storytelling, and mentorship to spark confidence and courage in others as they pursue their goals.
Speaking at an event for ATB.
Testimonials
Raving Reviews
Catriona’s work has touched leaders, organizations, athletes, and communities across Canada. These testimonials reflect the impact of her coaching, leadership insights, and inspiring presence—both on stage and in person. Here’s what others have to say about working with her.
Jacquie Ryan
CHIEF BRAND AND COMMERCIAL OFFICER, CANADIAN OLYMPIC COMMITTEE | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, CANADIAN OLYMPIC FOUNDATION
Catriona is an outstanding emcee and speaker who elevates every event with warmth, professionalism, and a deep commitment to showcasing the best of Team Canada. She brings out the strongest stories from athlete speakers and makes them feel truly at ease. Her honest personal anecdotes create powerful moments that drive meaningful fundraising success for the Canadian Olympic Foundation and inspire us all.
Laurene Head
TEACHER ROCKY VIEW SCHOOL BOARD, ALBERTA TEACHER’S CONVENTION
As a speaker and workshop leader, Catriona combines her elite athletic experience with compelling storytelling that embodies resilience, focus and the relentless pursuit of excellence. She delivers her messages with a perfect balance of strength and approachability – demonstrating toughness when inspiring discipline and gentleness when connecting with her audience emotionally. Her presentation engages and motivates audiences by sharing authentic insights into overcoming adversity, pushing limits, and achieving personal and professional goals. This blend of elite athletic achievement and heartfelt communication makes her a powerful and memorable speaker for any event or workshop.
Dan Hugo
CHIEF FINANCIAL AND STRATGEY OFFICER, ATB FINANCIAL
Working with Catriona was a total highlight! She took the time to truly understand our event’s goals, and it was fascinating to hear her story woven so seamlessly into our theme. Her keynote was perfectly tailored to our team and incredibly engaging, not to mention how cool it was to have an Olympian in our midst—she was such a pleasure to work with!
Sophia Langlois
CORPORATE DIRECTOR, KEENOVA
Catriona, thank you so much for joining us to open this exciting new exhibit and for sharing your fabulous story and the imapct of science and hard work had on it.