It all started with a simple quest to find Canada's Best Speed Skating Story. What followed amazed even us. Dozens of video entries from virtually every corner of the country telling funny, heartwarming and inspirational tales arrived for judging. These were narrowed down to 8 finalists, and then you took over by voting for your favourites. After thousands of votes, we had our winner.
Camille Frechette
Mascouche, Quebec
CPV Région Lanaudiére
Canada's Best Speed Skating Story
Amidst a snowy day in Quebec, Camille Frechette recalls her start in the sport of speed skating and shares how meeting her hero, a member of Canada's National Team, became "La Fabuleuse Inspiration."
Asini Wijesooriya
Iqaluit, Nunavut
Iqaluit Speed Skating Association
Runner-Up
We've seen this young girl play a supporting role in videos past, but now, she's telling her own story in "Pushing me to the Limit." And she doesn't have to look further than home to find her inspiration to Go Beyond.
Tracy Hillis
Calgary, Alberta
Calgary Speed Skating Association
Catriona's Most Inspirational Winner
After a very unique opening scene where inspiration is defined, Coach Tracy is seen on the ice, teaching, leading and inspiring a number of young skaters. But where does she draw her inspiration from? Better watch "Inspiration Squared" to find out...