Canada’s Olympic Journey: Tracking the Gold Medal Count at Milan Cortina 2026
The Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics are underway, and Canadian athletes are competing fiercely. Many Canadians are asking: how many gold medals does Canada have so far? This article provides an update on Canada’s performance, highlighting key events and potential medal opportunities. We’ll cover everything from women’s hockey to freestyle skiing and curling, keeping you informed about Canada’s quest for Olympic glory.
Key Events to Watch on February 16th
Canada vs. Switzerland: Women’s Hockey Semifinal
The Canadian women’s hockey team has a crucial semifinal matchup against Switzerland on Monday, February 16th. A win secures a medal and a spot in the final. Canada previously defeated Switzerland 4-0 in the round-robin stage, but the stakes are much higher now. The winner will face either Sweden or the USA for the coveted gold medal. Historically, Canada and the United States have dominated women’s Olympic hockey, meeting in the last four gold medal games, with Canada claiming victory three times. However, the Americans delivered a strong statement with a 5-0 win over Canada in the preliminary round. This rematch promises to be a thrilling contest.
Figure Skating: Pairs Free Skate
Canada’s figure skating pairs team will be in action with the free skate program. Lia Pereira and Trennt Michaud currently rank third, making them strong contenders for a medal. Deanna Stellato-Dudek and Maxime Deschamps, despite a fall in the short program leaving them in 14th place, are determined to make a comeback after withdrawing from the team event due to Stellato-Dudek’s injury. Their resilience is a testament to the spirit of the Olympics. You can find more information about the figure skating schedule on the official Olympic website.
Freestyle Skiing: Women’s Big Air Final
Megan Oldham and Naomi Urness will represent Canada in the women’s big air final. Oldham topped the qualifier round with an impressive score of 171.75, while Urness secured seventh place with 161.25. Oldham is already a medalist at these Games, having won bronze in women’s freeski slopestyle, and will be looking to add another medal to Canada’s tally.
Curling: Men’s and Women’s Action
Both the Canadian men’s and women’s curling teams are back on the ice after recent controversies. The men’s team, led by Brad Jacobs, will face Czechia, while the women’s team, captained by Rachel Homan, will compete against China and Japan. Homan recently voiced concerns over a “double-touching” controversy, highlighting the intense pressure and scrutiny faced by athletes. For more details on the curling schedule, visit Curling Canada.
Short Track Speedskating: Medal Opportunities
Canada has strong hopes for medals in the women’s short-track speedskating 1,000-metre event, with Courtney Sarault, Kim Boutin, and Florence Brunelle leading the charge. The men’s team, featuring William Dandjinou, Maxime Laoun, and Steven Dubois, will compete in the 5,000-metre relay semifinal and the 500-metre heats. Dandjinou is seeking redemption after narrowly missing the podium in his previous individual events.
Stay Updated on Canada’s Medal Count
As the Milan Cortina 2026 Olympics progress, Canada continues to strive for excellence. Keep checking back for updates on how many gold medals Canada has won and for highlights of Canadian athletes’ performances. The Canadian Olympic Committee’s website (https://olympic.ca/) provides the most up-to-date medal standings and event schedules.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Feb. 15, 2026.
