The Caribbean Association of National Olympic Committees (CANOC) has wrapped up its 24th General Assembly, held on the Caribbean island of Curaçao on Sunday, October 18, 2026, with the official confirmation of a new seven-member Executive Committee to steer the organization through the 2026 to 2030 quadrennium. The election process, which was a core highlight of this year’s General Assembly, brought together key stakeholders from across the entire Caribbean Olympic Movement to engage in collaborative dialogue and make critical decisions that will shape the trajectory of regional sports development for the coming four years.
In a result that underscores broad confidence in his previous leadership, Keith Joseph, representing St. Vincent and the Grenadines, will retain his position as President of the organization. While Joseph’s return offers valuable institutional continuity, the newly assembled committee also marks a notable shift in regional sports leadership: five of the seven committee members are first-time appointees, joining the two returning incumbents to balance fresh perspectives with years of accumulated institutional experience. This intentional blend of new voices and proven expertise is designed to position CANOC to address emerging challenges and capitalize on new opportunities for Olympic sports growth across the Caribbean.
Three of the seven committee positions — First Vice President, Second Vice President, and Secretary General — were contested during the assembly, drawing multiple candidates vying to serve the regional Olympic community. In contrast, the roles of President, Treasurer, and the two seats for Executive Members went uncontested, reflecting widespread consensus on the suitability of the nominated candidates for these leadership posts. Notably, female representation on the Executive Committee has been maintained from the previous term, with two women serving on the seven-member body, continuing CANOC’s commitment to inclusive and diverse leadership that reflects the full breadth of the Caribbean Olympic community.