Edey, who will start his new role on October 13, joins from Swimming Canada where he is director of operations. 

He is expected to become an important member of the CPC’s senior leadership team, helping to set the strategic direction and overall operations of the organisation.

Areas under his portfolio include financial management, information technology, human resources, operations, and governance. 

He will also lead corporate services operations for Canada at the Paralympic and Parapan Am Games.

"We are thrilled to be welcoming Brian to the Canadian Paralympic Committee family," said CPC chief executive Karen O’Neill.

"Brian is a dynamic, driven, and accomplished leader who already lives our values and who truly believes in the positive impact of sport and its ability to effect change. 

"His knowledge and experience within the Canadian sport system are huge assets and he will bring new ideas, perspective, and passion to the organisation. 

"He will be a great enhancement to our team, and we are excited to begin our work with him."

Edey, who holds a Master of Sport Administration from the International Academy of Sports Science and Technology in Lausanne, has nearly 15 years of experience working in sport in Canada in different roles, including seven years at the Canadian Olympic Committee and the last six-and-a-half years at Swimming Canada.

Edey is also a former national team swimmer, winning three bronze medals at the 2003 Pan American Games in Santo Domingo.

"I believe in the power of sport to develop great people, and that Canadian athletes can be the best in the world," said Edey.

"I feel privileged to have had an opportunity to contribute to Canadian sport and supporting Canadian athletes throughout my career.  

"I’m very excited about the opportunity to continue this work at the Canadian Paralympic Committee. 

"The CPC is a world-leading National Paralympic Committee and I can’t wait to play a leadership role in the continual pursuit of excellence for the organisation."

During his time at Swimming Canada, the organisation saw a 40 per cent growth in staffing structure in the past four years. 

In his role as director of operations, he oversaw staff management, safe sport, information technology, and general operations. 

Most recently, he led Swimming Canada’s strategic planning process, and a working group developing its COVID-19 return to swimming protocols.

"I’m very thankful to all of the wonderful people within Swimming Canada who have supported me over the past six years," said Edey.

"I will miss the team tremendously, but I look forward to supporting and cheering for them – and all our Canadian sports – in my new role."