Quick Read
- Canada secured a silver medal in short-track speedskating mixed team relay at the Milan Cortina Olympics on February 10, 2026.
- Kim Boutin earned her fifth career Olympic medal with the team’s performance.
- The Canadian relay team, including Boutin, finished second behind host Italy.
- Boutin is also slated to compete in the women’s 500-meter heats at the Games.
MILAN (Azat TV) – Veteran Canadian short-track speedskater Kim Boutin secured her fifth career Olympic medal on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, earning a silver in the mixed team relay at the Milan Cortina Olympics. The achievement marks a significant moment for Boutin and the Canadian contingent, contributing to the nation’s early medal count and offering a measure of redemption for the team.
Boutin, alongside teammates William Dandjinou, Félix Roussel, and Courtney Sarault, clocked a time of two minutes 39.258 seconds in the thrilling final. They finished behind host Italy, who clinched the gold, and ahead of Belgium, which took the bronze. This performance brings Canada’s total medal count to one silver and two bronze early in the Games.
Boutin’s Milestone Achievement on the Ice
For Kim Boutin, this silver medal is her fifth Olympic distinction, further cementing her legacy in short-track speedskating. The accomplishment holds particular significance as Boutin and Sarault were part of the Canadian mixed relay team that faced disqualification in the final at the 2022 Beijing Olympics. This silver medal, therefore, represents a notable turnaround and a moment of redemption for the experienced skaters.
The mixed team relay is renowned as one of the most dynamic events in short-track speedskating, characterized by its fast pace and the high potential for dramatic crashes and falls. The Canadian team, affectionately nicknamed the Canadian Ice Maples, entered the Milan Cortina Games as reigning world champions in the mixed relay, having demonstrated strong performances throughout the season. The energy at the Milano Ice Skating Arena was electric as the teams battled head-to-head.
Canada’s Strong Start in Milan Cortina
Beyond the mixed relay, Canadian athletes have shown promising form across various short-track events. In the women’s 500-meter preliminary rounds, Boutin and Courtney Sarault notably dominated their competitors, while Florence Brunelle secured a second-place finish in her heat. On the men’s side, William Dandjinou and Félix Roussel smoothly advanced to first position in their 1,000-meter heats. Dandjinou, a breakout star who won three gold medals and a silver at the 2025 short-track world championships, is making his Olympic debut and has already made a significant impact, including a last-moment slide to snatch victory from China in the quarterfinals and helping Canada dominate the semifinals.
While the short-track team celebrates its silver, other Canadian athletes are also making their mark. Freestyle skier Mikael Kingsbury, a four-time Olympian and one of Canada’s opening ceremony flag-bearers, easily advanced to the men’s moguls final. The Canadian women’s hockey team is also preparing for its first major test against archrival United States, a rematch of the 2022 gold-medal final.
Looking Ahead: Individual Races and Further Competition
The Milan Cortina Games are just beginning, and Canadian short-track speedskaters are set for more action. Kim Boutin, Courtney Sarault, and Florence Brunelle are all scheduled to compete in the women’s 500-meter heats, where they will aim for individual glory. Meanwhile, William Dandjinou, Félix Roussel, and Steven Dubois will participate in the men’s 1,000-meter heats, hoping to add more medals to Canada’s tally. The strong start in the mixed relay sets a positive tone for the team’s individual pursuits.
Kim Boutin’s consistent performance and ability to secure multiple Olympic medals highlight the enduring value of experience and composure under immense pressure, particularly in high-stakes team events that demand precise coordination.