Few athletes have dominated their sport the way he has. From Deux-Montagnes to the world’s biggest stage, Mikaël Kingsbury has become a symbol of excellence, perseverance, and Canadian pride.
Now heading into his fourth Olympic Games, Mikaël has added yet another milestone to an already legendary career: he’s been chosen to co-carry the Canadian flag at the opening ceremonies of the 2026 Winter Games in Italy. He spoke to Andrew Carter.

Photo Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

Few athletes have dominated their sport the way he has. From Deux-Montagnes to the world&rsquo;s biggest stage, Mika&euml;l Kingsbury has become a symbol of excellence, perseverance, and Canadian pride. Now heading into his fourth Olympic Games, Mika&euml;l has added yet another milestone to an already legendary career: he&rsquo;s been chosen to co-carry the Canadian flag at the opening ceremonies of the 2026 Winter Games in Italy. He spoke to Andrew Carter.
Photo Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

The Andrew Carter Podcast is a daily, high-paced, round-up of stories and news impacting Montrealers. While the podcast delivers the latest political, health and entertainment headlines - it will also leave you with a smile.

The Andrew Carter Podcast is a daily, high-paced, round-up of stories and news impacting Montrealers. While the podcast delivers the latest political, health and entertainment headlines - it will also leave you with a smile.

The Andrew Carter Podcast

Few athletes have dominated their sport the way he has. From Deux-Montagnes to the world’s biggest stage, Mikaël Kingsbury has become a symbol of excellence, perseverance, and Canadian pride. Now heading into his fourth Olympic Games, Mikaël has added yet another milestone to an already legendary career: he’s been chosen to co-carry the Canadian flag at the opening ceremonies of the 2026 Winter Games in Italy. He spoke to Andrew Carter.