Name: Jessica Groeneveld
Sport: Canoe/Kayak
Hometown: Innisfail, AB
Nickname: Jess
Favorite Sports Memory:
My first World Championships. The emotions were flying I was excited, scared, nervous, happy, and more. It was an unreal feeling, and a great experience. I look forward to future World Championships and hopefully Olympics.
Favorite Quote:
When one door of happiness closes, another opens, but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one that has been opened for us.
– Helen Keller
CAN Fund Testimonial:
The CAN Fund is such an amazing organization that brings awareness, and funds to help us (athletes) pursue our passions for sports, and help us achieve Olympic dreams.
Best Result:
Pan American Champion
Fun Facts:
If there is one thing I love as much as kayaking it is baking!! I’m always trying to give away my baking so that I can make more. My specialty is banana muffins.