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Alberta Sports Hall of Fame and Museum

Mountaineer Stuart Erksine Inducted into Alberta Sports Hall of Fame

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Stuart Erskine has always pushed himself to do extraordinary things, taking athletic challenges to the extreme. Stuart’s first exploits were as a long distance runner first completing world renowned races such as the Boston and New York Marathons. Not satisfied with those accomplishments, he moved on to compete in adventure races such as Canada’s 125 kilometre Death Race in the Rocky Mountains, and finishing one of the world’s most challenging adventure races, the Marathon Des Sables in Morocco, three times.

After a serious injury however, Stuart traded in his running shoes for climbing gear. After completing a mountaineering course, Stuart set his sights on summiting the tallest peaks on each of the seven continents, an achievement known as the Seven Summits Challenge. Stuart topped Australia’s Mount Kosciusko in October 2013 before moving on to Africa’s famed Mount Kilimanjaro in the summer of 2014. In 2015, Stuart reached the highest points in Europe and South America, as well as North America’s Mount Denali in Alaska. In 2016, Stuart topped the final 2 peaks, Mount Vinson in Antarctica, and finally, Mount Everest in Asia, the highest point on earth, in May 2016.

Stuart Erksine is only the 12th Canadian to meet the Seven Summits Challenge, standing on the highest points on each of the 7 continents.

Todayville is proud to have produced the video profiles of this year’s Inductees.  Learn more about the 2018 inductees here.

Since it’s inception in 1957, hundreds of Albertans have been inducted into the Hall of Fame.  We invite everyone to join us in this celebration of both new Inductees and returning Honoured Members, and their lasting impact on sport in our province.  If you would like more information on the Induction Banquet or to order tickets, please call (403) 341-8614.

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The Alberta Sports Hall of Fame provides a family-friendly, interactive experience. You will be surprised by what you discover inside! Have fun, laugh, play and discover Alberta sports heroes together. The Alberta Sports Hall of Fame is an interactive, hands-on celebration of Alberta's sporting history. Our over 7,000 square feet of exhibit space includes a multisport area with virtual baseball, basketball, football, hockey, and soccer; an adaptive sports area, including a 200 meter wheelchair challenge; a Treadwall climbing wall; the Orest Korbutt Theatre; the Hall of Fame Gallery; an art gallery displaying works by provincial artists, and much more. Our venue boasts a collection of over 17,000 artefacts of Alberta sports history and showcases many of these items in a number of displays. The Alberta Sports Hall of Fame also offers an education program, group activities, and a unique environment to rent for your birthday party, special event, corporate reception or meetings.

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Alberta Sports Hall of Fame 2025 Inductee Profiles – Para Nordic Skiing – Brian and Robin McKeever

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Brian & Robin McKeever – Para Nordic Skiing

Canmore natives Brian and Robin McKeever are celebrated for their monumental contributions to Para Nordic skiing. Brian, Canada’s most decorated Winter Paralympian, secured 20 Paralympic medals (16 gold) from 2002 to 2022. Despite vision loss from Stargardt’s disease, he excelled remarkably. Robin, a 1998 Olympian, became Brian’s guide, and together they won 10 Paralympic medals.

Transitioning to coaching, Robin led Canada’s Para Nordic team to 41 Paralympic medals from 2010 to 2022, with Brian succeeding him as Head Coach in 2022. Their induction honors their athletic achievements and enduring impact on Canadian sports and the Paralympic movement.

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Alberta Sports Hall of Fame 2025 Inductee profiles – Alpine Skiing Athlete – Brady Leman

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Brady Leman – Alpine Skiing Athlete

Calgary native Brady Leman, born October 16, 1986, is celebrated as one of Canada’s most successful ski cross athletes. Overcoming a broken leg at the 2010 Olympics and a near-podium finish in 2014, Brady achieved gold in men’s ski cross at the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang.

With 6 World Cup victories and 32 podiums, he retired in 2023 after winning his final race on Canadian soil.

Beyond his athletic achievements, Brady actively supports future athletes through fundraising and leadership roles, including serving on the Alberta Alpine Ski Association Board. His induction honors his remarkable career and contributions to Canadian skiing.

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