Canada Olympic House — Paris 2024 — Olympic Hospitality House — Team Canada

Ken Hanscom
Road to Paris 2024
Published in
4 min readJun 7, 2024

Introduction
Canada Olympic House (Maison olympique du Canada) is Canada’s home away from home at the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games. The Canada Olympic House (COH) is where the spirit of Team Canada comes alive during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Located in La Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie within Parc de la Villette with the “Park of Nations”, COH serves as a gathering place for athletes, their families, friends, and fans. Let’s explore what makes this iconic hub so special.

Canada Olympic House Team Store at PyeongChang 2018

Note: this is a detailed article that expands on my article: Olympic Hospitality House List for Paris Summer Games — Ultimate Guide to Paris 2024. If you are looking for a complete list of Hospitality Houses for the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games, then follow the above link.

Description
COH is more than just a physical space; it’s an emotional anchor for Team Canada. Here, visitors experience a unique blend of Canadian hospitality, camaraderie, and celebration. From the moment you step inside, you’re enveloped in the maple leaf spirit.

Rendering of Canada Olympic House — Maison olympique du Canada

What Is Canada Olympic House?
Canada Olympic House is Team Canada’s home away from home during the Paris 2024 Olympics. It’s where athletes recharge, connect, and share their victories and challenges. Imagine a vibrant space filled with Canadian pride, adorned with red and white, echoing cheers, and the aroma of poutine and maple syrup.

Rendering of Canada Olympic House — Maison olympique du Canada

What to expect at the Canada Olympic House

  • Athlete Appearances
  • Food and Drink from Canada
  • Team Canada store where you can purchase gear
  • Live Events
  • Team Canada Live on the Big Screen as CBC for the first time will broadcast live from the House.
  • Hospitality and Private Events

There are also a number of partner activations you can take advantage of while at the Canada Olympic House:

  • Bell Connect booths and charging stations
  • The Canadian Tire Celebration Arena, home to Team Canada athlete celebrations and unique viewing experiences
  • The official Team Canada x lululemon Pop Up store, where visitors can purchase official Team Canada products, including select Canada Olympic House exclusives
  • The RBC Olympic Games Morning Show on CBC, broadcast live from the RBC Spotlight studio set
  • The Petro-Canada Living Leaf installation, which will connect fans in Paris to fans across the country back home
  • An official Teck Team Canada Ring viewing installation
  • The Toyota Start Your Impossible postcard station and photo opportunity
  • The Air Canada Flight Deck, where visitors can enjoy the Parisien summer on a patio
  • The Sobeys Family and Friends lounge, exclusively for those closest to Team Canada athletes, where they can watch their loved ones compete
  • The Mondelez Create Your Athlete Card experience
  • Molson, Pillitteri, Mondelez, KraftHeinz, and General Mills products to bring fans a taste of home in Paris

Information on Canada Olympic House
Availability:
July 27 — August 11, 2024. Open to public daily, ticketed. Adults 30€, Children (under 12 ) 12€
Hours: 11:00am — 11:00pm
Website: https://house.olympic.ca/
Location: Parc de la Villette, Paris in the “Park of Nations”, 30 Av. Corentin Cariou, 75019 Paris

Conclusion
Canada Olympic House embodies the heart and soul of Team Canada. As athletes strive for excellence on the global stage, COH stands as a beacon of unity, resilience, and unwavering support. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a curious visitor, COH invites you to celebrate the indomitable Canadian spirit. See you there

About Ken Hanscom:
Ken Hanscom is a veteran-fan of the Olympic Games and the recognized expert in ticketing, corporate sponsorships, traveling to and experiencing the Olympic Games. In his role as COO at TicketManager, during Rio 2016 & PyeongChang 2018, Ken worked directly with the United States Olympic Committee, NBC Universal, Anheuser Busch, & Cartan Tours the authorized ticket reseller for 23 countries across the globe on their ticketing & corporate hospitality programs. While in Rio, Ken attended 30 events while guest blogging for the International Business Times, writing for USA Today, The Post Game, and appearing on TV with NBC, and ESPN Radio. Ken and his wife Ashley are also trustees of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Foundation (USOPF). For more information and interviews with Ken on the Olympics and the upcoming Paris 2024 games, connect via Twitter or directly at kenh@ticketmanager.com.

So far, the list of confirmed Hospitality Houses for Paris 2024 include:

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Ken Hanscom
Road to Paris 2024

Your guide to everything Paris 2024. Olympics planning, tickets, sponsorship, & experiences. COO TicketManger: kenh@ticketmanager.com