Name: David Ford
Sport: Canoe/Kayak – Whitewater
Hometown: Edmonton, AB
Nickname: Fordy
Favorite Sports Memory: Winning the World Championships in 1999
How you got involved in your sport: My parents were avid outdoorsy people, paddling in the summer, skiing in the winter.
The moment you knew you wanted to represent Canada: Finishing 2nd last in the Junior (under 18) event at the National Championships at 13 years old. The boys in the red and white Canadian gear were a real inspiration.
Favorite Quote: “Pain is only temporary, quitting lasts forever.”
CAN Fund Testimonial: The support from CAN Fund goes beyond the financial, it is the emotional support that fosters the feeling of community. It is this that will make the difference in London in 2012.
Best Result: 1999 World Champion
Fun Facts: I play guitar and I love the game of golf. I should have been a snowboarder.
Website: www.davidford.ca
