How Team Canada’s Success in the Winter Olympics Was Celebrated on Facebook

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Facebook Canada has shared a round up of most talked about Canadian athletes, sports, hashtags and moments from the Winter Olympic games, spotlighting how people in Canada and around the world came together to celebrate the games on Facebook and Instagram.

“The Olympics have the ability to bring people together like no other event. Athletes inspire us through their stories of dedication, determination and desire, and for many people, Facebook and Instagram were the platforms of choice to talk about and celebrate Team Canada’s success throughout the games.”

Check out the lists of most popular athletes and sports during the Winter games as shared by the Canadians on Facebook, as well as some must see photos on Instagram.

Most talked-about athletes:

  1. Tessa Virtue
  2. Scott Moir
  3. Mark McMorris

Most talked-about sports:

  1. Figure Skating
  2. Curling
  3. Snowboarding
  4. Bobsleigh
  5. Speed Skating

Most-loved post:

  • https://www.facebook.com/teamcanada/posts/10155584083948264

Must See Photos (Instagram):

Yesterday, we shared Team Canada data from Twitter at the Winter Olympics, which you can check out here.

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