Calgary, Alta. (November 17, 2016) – Alpine Canada is pleased to announce a multiyear partnership agreement with Element Fleet Management that will see financial support directed to the Canadian Alpine Development Team. This targeted support ensures Canadian ski racing has a pipeline of success for years to come, through sustainable funding for the next generation of alpine stars. 

“Element Fleet Management is a world-class, leading global fleet management company and their support for the next generation of alpine World Cup talent ensures Canada remains a world-leading ski nation,” said Mark Rubinstein, President and Chief Executive Officer at Alpine Canada. “With the support of Element Fleet Management, we can ensure the Development Team receives world-class coaching, sport science and the equipment needed to compete on the world stage.”

Alpine Canada’s Development Team is rich with talented young athletes who have achieved incredible success thus far in their careers. From Youth Olympic Games medalists, Nor-Am Cup champions, World Jr. Championship medalists and Canadian Champions, Element Fleet Management will proudly be represented today, and in the years to come.   

“We are incredibly proud to financially support the Canadian Alpine Development Ski Team with a multiyear partnership,” said Bradley Nullmeyer, Chief Executive Officer at Element Fleet Management. “Empowering extraordinary performance, insights, partnerships and results are the cornerstones of Element Fleet Management’s global success and world-class position in the marketplace.  As a world-leading ski nation, Alpine Canada shares in our values and we look forward to contributing to the success of every Development Team athlete for years to come.”

ABOUT ELEMENT FLEET MANAGEMENT

Element Fleet Management (TSX: EFN) is the leading global fleet management company, providing world-class management services and financing for commercial vehicle and equipment fleets. Element's suite of fleet management services span the total fleet lifecycle, from acquisition and financing to program management and remarketing – helping customers optimize performance and improve productivity. For more information, visit www.elementfleet.com.

ABOUT ALPINE CANADA

Alpine Canada is the national governing body for alpine, para-alpine and ski cross racing in Canada. With the support of valued corporate partners along with the Government of Canada, Own the Podium and the Canadian Olympic Committee, Alpine Canada develops Olympic, Paralympic, world championship and World Cup medallists to stimulate visibility, inspiration and growth in the ski community. 

For further information or press inquiries, please contact Ashley Shantz at ashantz@alpinecanada.org or call (587) 226-3007.