SENATORS’ STATEMENTS — Courtney Sarault

Honourable senators, I rise today to celebrate the pride of Moncton, New Brunswick, Courtney Sarault, whose performance at the 2026 Olympic Games has inspired not only our city and province but all of Canada.

One in five of the medals Canada brought home from the Milano Cortina Olympic Games were won by a single athlete, Moncton’s own Courtney Sarault. Only one other Canadian Olympic athlete has won as many medals at a single edition of the Olympics. Courtney is the first Canadian from outside Quebec to win an individual medal in seven disciplines. Her silver medal for the women’s 1,000 metres is only the third medal Canada has ever won in this event.

Courtney’s dedication and excellence have been recognized on the world’s greatest stage, where she captured four Olympic medals: two silver and two bronze. These medals reflect not only Courtney’s remarkable talent, but also her perseverance, spirit and commitment to excellence.

While Courtney had the entire nation behind her, and definitely all Monctonians, I would like to offer a special thank you to her parents, Rhonda and Yves, and her brother, Chris, for their support and encouragement of and sacrifices for Courtney’s journey. Their unwavering belief in Courtney has helped shape a champion who represents the best of Canadian sport.

Courtney has made history, inspired young athletes in Moncton and across our country and reminded us all that with passion and perseverance, anything is possible. We celebrate her extraordinary achievements and look forward to cheering her on for many years to come. I’m particularly impressed by Courtney’s dedication to giving back to her community and inspiring so many other young people to reach for their dreams.

Thank you.