Megan Oldham Returns to Parry Sound
On February 28, Parry Sound gathered to celebrate one of our own.
Megan Oldham, raised in Parry Sound, recently brought home both a Gold and a Bronze medal from the 2026 Olympic Games, held in Milano Cortina, Italy.
For a small town like Parry Sound, welcoming home an Olympic medalist is a rare moment. In the days leading up to the celebration, pride has been evident everywhere, in conversations, storefronts, and social media feeds filled with photos and messages celebrating Megan. The town has been buzzing with excitement.
As a Parry Sound photographer, it was an honour to document a small part of this homecoming celebration.
The February 28 Parry Sound Celebration
The Megan Oldham celebration at the Charles W. Stockey Centre was about more than medals. It was about community.
Parry Sound has followed Megan’s career for years. Seeing her return home as an Olympic medalist created a powerful moment for young athletes, families, and friends.
View Megan Oldham's Homecoming Gallery
Watch this short video featuring highlights from the celebration, set to “Somewhere in a Small Town” by local Parry Sound artist Sully Burrows.
Why This Moment Matters for Parry Sound
Small towns rally behind their own.
Megan’s success has energized youth sports programs, ski clubs, and local families. Her achievement reminds us that international excellence can grow from northern Ontario communities.
Missed the ceremony at the Stockey, re-watch the video replay, by Big Lake Cinematic
Drone shots by Brady Carpenter
These two photos, one of the line up for the celebration at the Charles Stockey Centre and the other of the street party with Sully Burrows, downtown Parry Sound, were taken by Brady Carpenter.
Who Is Megan Oldham?
Megan Oldham is a Canadian freestyle skier specializing in slopestyle and big air.
- Raised in Parry Sound, Ontario
- 2026 Olympic Gold Medalist
- 2026 Olympic Bronze Medalist
- Represents Canada on the world stage
- One of Canada’s most accomplished young freestyle athletes
From her early days training in Ontario to competing internationally, Megan’s journey has inspired athletes across the country.
For more information about Megan:
Megan Oldham in the News
Feb 28th - Homecoming Media Coverage
- ‘A magical moment’: Parry Sound Olympic gold medalist Megan Oldham reflects on Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
- Parry Sound to celebrate Olympic Champion Megan Oldham
- Another golden day for Parry Sound's Olympic champion Megan Oldham
- Parry Sound to welcome home Megan Oldham
- Parry Sound holds major celebration for Megan Oldham
- Parry Sound gold and bronze medalist celebrates with her hometown
- ‘Extremely proud’: Parry Sound reacts to local skier Megan Oldham winning gold at the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
- Re-watch the Celebration: Megan Oldham comes home to Parry Sound
Video: Counting to Three : Megan Oldham
- This film, about 15 mins long, follows Megan Oldham from her childhood, through her development as a skier, to her history-making triple cork at X Games. The documentary explores her relationships with her family and friends, her training routines and the process leading up to the triple cork. View film.
X Games
Olympics 2026 - Ski Slope Style
- Megan Oldham captures ski slopestyle bronze at Milano Cortina 2026
- Canada's Megan Oldham wins Olympic bronze in freeski slopestyle
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Redemption and an Olympic bronze medal for freestyle skier Megan Oldham
Olympics 2026 - Big Air
- Megan Oldham wins gold in women’s ski big air
- 2026 Olympic Games: Megan Oldham wins Canada's 2nd gold
- Canadian freestyle skier Megan Oldham wins gold in big air for second Olympic medal
View Megan Oldham's Homecoming Gallery
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