Canadian team at the Canmore Biathlon opening ceremonies © Pam Doyle

February 04, 2016 (Canmore, AB) – Round #7 of the BMW IBU Biathlon World Cup 2015/16 kicks off in Canmore, AB today with the Sprint races starting at 11:15 a.m. local time, but last night the event officially began with its opening ceremonies, attended by Canadian team athletes as well as athletes from other nations. The festivities included fireworks, First Nations dances, and live music. More info about this weekend’s event at www.canmorebiathlon.ca.

Canmore fireworks © Pam Doyle

This weekend’s competition marks the first of two North American stops on the circuit as next weekend will see the eighth round of the series hit Presque Ile, Maine from Feb. 11-14. Both the Canadian and US teams are stoked to welcome the world to North America and hope to shine on home snow…catch the racing live on CBC here.

First Nations ceremonial dance © Pam Doyle

Rosanna Crawford and Scott Gow lead the Canadian contingent © Pam Doyle

Team Canada at the Canmore Biathlon opening ceremonies © Pam Doyle