[1] It is the inaugural Summer Olympics where the Canadian team marched under the new Maple Leaf flag.

The youngest competitor for Canada was gymnast Theresa McDonnell who was 14 years old.

The oldest competitor was equestrian Zoltan Sztehlo who was 46 years old.

There were seven rowing events for men only and Canada entered four boats.

[3] In the eight, John Richardson in seat 5 was replaced with Daryl Sturdy in the B final.