FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CALGARY, AB – The Canadian Sport Institute Alberta (CSIAB), is proud to announce its newest Community Partnership with ZiZU Optics, a Canadian performance eyewear brand dedicated to creating premium sports sunglasses for athletes of all levels.
As part of the new partnership, CSIAB athletes and staff will receive an exclusive discount on selected ZiZU Optics eyewear and accessories, with convenient order pickup available directly at CSIAB.
“We’re excited to partner with CSIAB and support Canada’s high-performance athletes and practitioners,” said Josh Ellis, representative from ZiZU Optics. “At ZiZU, we believe athletes deserve eyewear that performs in every environment, and we’re proud to make our products more accessible to the incredible community training at CSIAB.”
Founded in Ottawa in 2014, ZiZU Optics designs premium performance eyewear built for durability, adaptability, and comfort. Featuring interchangeable lenses, adjustable nosepieces and arms, and a customizable fit, ZiZU sunglasses are designed to perform across a wide range of sports and conditions. Originally developed for cross-country skiing and biathlon, ZiZU eyewear has become a trusted choice for athletes in cycling, running, paddling, hiking, racquet sports, and many other outdoor pursuits.
ZiZU Optics is the proud sponsor of Canoe Kayak Canada, Triathlon Canada, and Dragon Boat Canada, while also supporting numerous independent clubs and teams across the country. Their commitment to helping athletes perform at their best aligns closely with CSIAB’s mission to elevate the athlete.
“We’re thrilled to welcome ZiZU Optics as our newest Community Partner,” said Gary Davies, President & CEO of CSIAB. “Providing our athletes and staff with access to high-quality performance products is an important part of creating a world-class daily training environment. ZiZU’s commitment to innovation, quality, and supporting Canadian sport makes them an excellent addition to our growing Community Partnership Program. We look forward to working together to enhance the athlete experience and support performance both on and off the field of play.”
To learn more about the ZiZU Optics Community Partnership and how CSIAB athletes and staff can access the program, please contact Annie Goncin, Manager, Athlete Services & Digital Media, at agoncin@csialberta.ca.
About ZiZU Optics
Founded in Ottawa in 2014, ZiZU Optics is a Canadian performance eyewear brand creating premium sports sunglasses designed for athletes who demand versatility, durability, and performance. Built with interchangeable lenses and adjustable components for a customized fit, ZiZU eyewear is engineered to perform across a variety of sports and environments. Proudly supporting national sport organizations including Canoe Kayak Canada, Triathlon Canada, and Dragon Boat Canada, ZiZU is committed to helping athletes perform at their best.
About the Canadian Sport Institute Alberta
The Canadian Sport Institute Alberta provides world-class training environments in Alberta. With the support of our partners, we deliver leading sport science and medicine, coach education and life services to help Canada’s high-performance athletes achieve Olympic and Paralympic podium performances. For more information, please visit www.csialberta.ca.
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Media Contacts
Annie Gagnon
Director, Marketing & Communications
Canadian Sport Institute Alberta
c: 613.262.9644
e: agagnon@csialberta.ca
Annie Goncin
Manager, Athlete Services & Digital Media
Canadian Sport Institute Alberta
c: 647.767.6862
e: agoncin@csialberta.ca