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Burnaby, B.C., May 15, 2024 – Canlan Ice Sports Corp. (“Canlan Sports” or “the Company”)
(TSX:ICE) today announced the upcoming retirement of the Company’s Executive Vice President
(EVP), Michael Gellard.

Mr. Gellard will be retiring at the end of December 2024 after 28 years of dedicated service at
Canlan Sports.

“Throughout his tenure, Mike has been a cornerstone of our organization, exemplifying
dedication, leadership, exceptional financial acumen, and strategic foresight,” said Canlan Sports’
CEO, Joey St-Aubin. “His journey with Canlan Sports began in 1996 as the Corporate Controller,
then promoted to VP Finance in 1999 before becoming our CFO in 2004 and then EVP in 2018.
Over the years, Mike played key roles in managing the Company’s financial structure, financial
reporting, risk management, strategic planning and most recently, acquisitions and divestitures.
In addition, our esteemed colleague has been a player in Canlan’s ASHL recreational hockey
league for over 17 years, providing valuable feedback on our marquee brand. His contributions
have truly been integral to shaping the success and growth of our company. On behalf of Canlan
Sports, I would like to thank Mike for his tremendous contributions and wish him and his family
well during retirement.”

Joey St-Aubin
President & CEO – Canlan Sports
For media inquiries or further information, please contact:
Ivan Wu
Chief Financial Officer – Canlan Sports

About Canlan Sports
Canlan Ice Sports Corp. (operating as Canlan Sports) is the North American leader in the
ownership, operations and programming of multi-purpose recreation and entertainment
facilities. We currently own, lease and/or manage 16 facilities in Canada and the United States
with 48 ice surfaces, as well as five indoor soccer fields, and 20 sport, volleyball, and basketball
courts. To learn more about Canlan Sports please visit www.canlansports.com.

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