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Object ID |
2025.1.25 |
Object Name |
Video Recording |
Title |
Class of 2022 Tim McIssac Acceptance Speech |
Scope & Content |
Length: 1:48 The 2022 Order of Sport Awards were held at the Metro Convention Centre in Toronto, ON. Summary: Tim McIsaac expresses deep gratitude and humility upon being inducted into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. He reflects on the many people who supported his swimming journey, from early coaches at W. Ross Macdonald School to the St. James Seals, where mentors like Wilf and Audrey Strom played key roles in his development. He thanks his family—his parents, sister, first wife Noelle, and current wife Heather—for their support through the highs and challenges of his athletic and personal life. He also acknowledges his extended "second family" for providing comfort during his school years. McIsaac closes with appreciation for the Hall, his fellow inductees, and a touching moment shared with his son. |
Date |
2022/06/10 |
Year Range from |
2022 |
Year Range to |
2022 |
People |
McIssac, Tim |
Search Terms |
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