Jeffrey Buttle began skating at age two and first competed at age six. He garnered international attention in 2002 when he upset the favorites to win the ISU Four Continents Championships, a feat he repeated in 2004. He placed eighth in his Worlds debut and received great praise for his musicality and artistry.
Buttle's skating flourished under the tutelage of Lee Barkell at the world-renowned Mariposa School Skating in Barrie, Ontario. In addition to his consistent jumping, Buttle continued to hone his presentation skills—something that served him well under the Code of Points judging system.
Buttle continuously improved in international competition, earning the bronze medal in the 2006 Winter Olympic Games in Turin, Italy, and winning gold at The World Championships in 2008. Buttle is the first male Canadian to win the title in 11 years, when two strong performances placed him atop the podium.
On September 10th, 2008, Buttle announced his retirement from competitive skating. He has remained active on the skating scene, touring with Stars on Ice and appearing in special performances, and is involved with various Canadian charities.
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