Supporting Paralympic Excellence and Igniting Change Through Sports

Since 2021, EllisDon’s Infrastructure Services & Technology (IST) Division, a group of teams focused on optimizing the built environment through technology-backed solutions, has been a proud partner of the Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) and a supporter of the ParalympicFoundation of Canada.

EllisDon and CPC Through the Years

Starting with the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, EllisDon provided key services at the Paralympic Village, including concierge support, space planning and pre- & post-occupancy inspection services. Our partnership with the CPC became official in 2021 and our team continued to build on our service offering. At the Beijing 2022 Paralympic Games and Santiago 2023 Parapan Am Games, the team provided on-site operations and maintenance technical expertise, inventory management and signage strategy and implementation.

Our partnership is continuing to evolve at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, as we are now delivering carbon footprint tracking and advising on sustainability practices. During the games, our team will be focused on the following elements: energy and water consumption, waste, procurement, international transportation, and in-country transportation services.

Hear from two EllisDon team members who are supporting the Games this year:

Scott Goe, Project Coordinator, Interiors - Furniture, Equipment & Design (FED)

“As a proud member at EllisDon, I am deeply committed to the success of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our team takes great pride in offering our expertise and guidance to shape the Canadian spaces at the Athletes Village, aiming to embody its vision and foster a supportive atmosphere. Our collaborative approach ensures that all operational facilities and services are accessible and sustainable, demonstrating our ongoing dedication and support for our Canadian athletes and workers. This year will be my second year supporting our Athletes and Canadian Paralympic Committee, and I am humbled to be involved in this project.” 

Mirela Cupovic-Panthaki, Procurement Manager - EllisDon Facilities Services (EDFS)

“As part of EllisDon’s commitment to the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, I am proud to lead procurement efforts for the Canadian spaces at the Athletes Village, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity at every step. Our unique approach integrates sustainable practices, such as minimizing waste and prioritizing eco-friendly materials, to support a greener future for all athletes. I am honored to participate on a project that celebrates determination, greatness, and inclusivity and I am looking forward to supporting the Canadian Paralympic Team in Paris.”

How We Support the Canadian Paralympic Committee

EllisDon’s IST Division is proud of the partnership we have built with the CPC over the years and look forward to enhancing the Canadian Paralympic Team’s experience at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. The alignment of EllisDon and the Canadian Paralympic Committee is a testament to one of our most crucial commitments as an organization: Community.

Read below for an overview of the IST teams supporting our athletes during the Games this year:

EllisDon Facilities Services (EDFS)

EDFS is a leading facilities services provider that employs proactive, technology-focused solutions that enhance and improve the long-term performance of assets. Through robust monitoring, maintenance, replacement and rehabilitation programs, EDFS protects the integrity and value of all the facilities we manage. Our EDFS team offers several key services, including operations and maintenance, advisory and asset management, mobile tech services, grounds maintenance and landscaping. Learn more about EllisDon's EDFS team here.

Furniture, Equipment & Design (FED)

EllisDon’s FED team is Canada’s leading furniture and equipment planning, procurement and activation management solution provider. Since their inception, FED has been involved in some of Canada’s largest construction projects in all types of facilities. To help their clients achieve their goals, FED provides the following services: inventory management, database management, budgetary services, space planning, procurement management, and activation management. In essence, FED inventories, coordinates, procures and installs everything within a facility. Learn more about EllisDon’s FED team here.

Sustainable Building Solutions (SBS)

SBS is EllisDon’s in-house team of sustainability experts. Since their inception, SBS has delivered 220 projects targeting LEED, Net Zero and other high-performance sustainability targets with a total construction value of over $40 billion. SBS is focused on two key pillars:

• Sustainability Support: Providing technical expertise and training to help EllisDon deliver our clients’ sustainability goals.
• Corporate Decarbonization: Developing, executing and monitoring EllisDon’s corporate climate change strategy.

Learn more about EllisDon’s SBS team here.