Pierre Harvey
Canadian cyclist and skier, Olympic athlete
Canadian cyclist and skier, Olympic athlete
Competed in both cycling and skiing at a national and international level. Represented Canada in the 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo and the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Excelled in both sports, achieving notable results throughout his athletic career. Harvey played a significant role in promoting winter sports in Canada.
Competed in the 1984 Winter Olympics
Competed in the 1984 Summer Olympics
Multiple national cycling and skiing championships
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