Ottawa, ON (November 2, 2026) – Petro-Canada’s Fuelling Athletes and Coaching Excellence (FACE) program is recognizing 55 athlete-coach pairs from across Canada in 2026, celebrating their dedication, potential, and commitment to achieving excellence in sport.
Delivered in partnership with the Canadian Olympic Committee and the Canadian Paralympic Committee, the FACE program supports the next generation of Canadian athletes and their coaches by providing financial assistance to help them pursue their goals and continue their development in high-performance sport.
Trampoline gymnast Cody Cyman and his coach, Ken Soehn, of Thunder Country Trampoline and Gymnastics in Red Deer County, Alberta, have been selected as recipients of Petro-Canada’s 2026 FACE program. Their partnership has contributed to a successful season for Cyman, who earned multiple podium finishes in both individual and synchronized trampoline events. At Elite Canada, he secured gold in senior men’s individual trampoline and bronze in senior men’s synchronized trampoline. Cyman continued his success at the Canadian Championships, capturing gold in men’s individual trampoline. These achievements reflect the dedication, hard work, and collaboration of both athlete and coach as they continue to pursue excellence in trampoline gymnastics.
“Being selected for the Petro-Canada FACE program is such a huge honour, and I could not be more grateful for the support. Competing internationally for Canada is something I take a lot of pride in, and this recognition means a lot as I continue working towards my goals!” said Cody Cyman, Trampoline Senior athlete.
Also recognized as recipients of Petro-Canada’s 2026 FACE program are women’s artistic gymnast Nikita Théodat and her coach, Quentin Midrouillet, of Gymnix in Montreal, Quebec. Their partnership has been marked by an outstanding 2026 season, with Théodat earning multiple medals on both the national and international stages. At Elite Canada, Théodat secured three junior gold medals in the all-around, floor exercise, and vault, along with a bronze medal on uneven bars. She continued her success at the Canadian Championships, capturing four junior gold medals in the all-around, floor exercise, vault, and balance beam. Internationally, Théodat earned gold on floor and helped Canada secure team silver at the 2026 Junior Pan American Championships in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She also added silver on floor and bronze on vault at the DTB Pokal in Germany. These achievements highlight the dedication and collaboration between Théodat and Midrouillet as they continue to pursue excellence in women’s artistic gymnastics.
“I’m truly happy and proud to have been selected for the FACE Program. This recognition motivates me even more to work hard, keep improving, and continue pursuing my Olympic dream. I would like to thank Petro-Canada for its support and my coach, Quentin, for his guidance.” said Nikita Théodat, Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Junior Athlete.
“Supporting a young athlete like Nikita as she pursues her dreams is an incredible privilege. Behind every achievement are countless hours of hard work, perseverance, and, above all, a meaningful journey built on shared experiences. Receiving this Petro-Canada FACE Program grant is a wonderful recognition of our shared commitment and provides valuable support as we continue working toward the future. I am deeply grateful to Petro-Canada for believing in the potential of Canada’s next generation of athletes and for supporting those who guide and encourage them every step of the way.” said Quentin Midrouillet, Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Coach.
Through the FACE program, Petro-Canada recognizes the essential role of the athlete-coach relationship in achieving success in sport. Each selected pair will receive $10,000 in financial support to help advance their development and pursue their goals. This recognition celebrates the dedication, perseverance, and teamwork that contribute to the continued growth and success of Canadian sport.
To learn more about the other athlete-coach pairs from across the country, please consult this link.