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Triathlon Ontario & Ontario Cycling Association Announce Membership Discount Program

– Save money when becoming a dual member –

April 13, 2018 – Triathlon Ontario, the recognized Provincial governing body of Multisport in Ontario, announced it has entered into a discount membership partnership with the Ontario Cycling Association (OCA) for 2018.

The agreement will offer a $10 (adult) or $5 (Youth/Junior) discount on 2018 annual Triathlon Ontario memberships to existing 2018 OCA members and a $10 discount on 2018 annual OCA memberships to existing 2018 Triathlon Ontario members. Both organizations use CCN Bikes for their membership platforms so there is no need for promo codes as long as participants use their existing CCN profiles for registration.

“This is a great opportunity for members of both organizations to enhance their athletic prowess as well as their social networks by being able to participate across the province in a number of sporting activities that will best help them achieve their sporting goals,” said Jim Crosscombe, CEO of the Ontario Cycling Association.

“There is a natural cross over for cyclists and multisport athletes to train and race in each others’ disciplines,” said Phil Dale, Triathlon Ontario Executive Director. “We believe there are numerous benefits for participants in both sports to get more involved in each other’s clubs and environments. We hope both of our membership bases will take advantage of this incentive program and explore and expand their sporting passions.”

OCA Member Benefits

Access to Cycling Canada Insurance Program during OCA sanctioned events and OCA approved club activities
Access to discounted Travel Medical Coverage when participating in sanctioned events outside Canada
Eligible for preferred rates on Personal Cycling Coverage, Bicycle Insurance, and Home and Auto Insurance
Discounted accommodation rates at select Westmont Hospitality Group hotels throughout Ontario
Exclusive access to CAA corporate Membership Program
Up to 20% discount at Great Wolf Lodge Niagara Falls
10% off in-stock parts and accessories at Urbane Cyclist Co-Op

Multisport offers various cycling options, formats and distances that will appeal to cyclists of any age or level, whether it be track, time trialists, mountain bikers or road cyclists.

Multisport Events Featuring Cycling

Non-Drafting Triathlon – Swim/Bike/Run
Duathlon – Run/Bike/Run
Aqua Bike – Swim/Bike
Draft Legal Triathlon – Swim/Bike/Run
Cross Triathlon – Swim/Mountain Bike/Trail Run

Be sure to visit Triathlon Ontario’s beginner friendly GoTri.ca website to locate a great event near you.

Looking for a breakdown of Triathlon Ontario benefits? Be sure to visit our membership web page for more information.

About Triathlon Ontario

Triathlon Ontario is a non-profit organization that is the recognized Provincial governing body for Multisport in the province of Ontario. Our mission is to provide leadership and governance for the development of a safe and fair environment for Multisport in Ontario. Triathlon Ontario oversees the sanctioning of races and clubs and undertakes a number of duties and responsibilities on behalf of athletes at every level, coaches, clubs, officials and race directors to ensure the growth and development of the sport in a fun and safe way.

For more information please visit: triathlonontario.com.
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About GOTRI.ca

GoTri.ca is a resource website created by Triathlon Ontario specifically for beginners and new entrants in the sport of triathlon, duathlon and other multisport events. The website is an easy-to-use resource tool to find sanctioned Ontario clubs, events, coaches or general information about the sport.

For more information please visit: GoTri.ca.
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April 13, 2018

Triathlon Ontario Announces its 2017 Annual Award Winners

– Joanna Brown and Lionel Sanders headline stellar group that includes five ITU World Champions and Four National Champions –

October 31, 2017 – Triathlon Ontario, the recognized Provincial governing body of Multisport in Ontario, announced its 2017 annual awards to be celebrated on the evening of December 2nd at Celebration Hall, McMaster University.

Triathlon Ontario’s 2017 award winners boast a number of World and National Championship performances such as:

World Champions
Lionel Sanders – ITU Elite Long Distance
Frank Sorbara – ITU Age Group Long Distance
Jasmin Aggarwal – ITU Age Group Standard Duathlon
Matt Straatman – ITU Age Group Standard Duathlon
David Field – ITU Age Group Standard Duathlon

National Champions
Meghan Lamers – Age Group Sprint
Ben Rudson – Age Group Standard
Kate Timms – Age Group Sprint
Michael Hay – Age Group Standard

Coach of the Year
One of the most popular categories for the awards season continues to be Coach of the Year. With dozens of coaches nominated around the province this year’s award went to Sheri Fraser (London Triathlon Club). Honourable mention went to Rick Hellard (Zone3 Sports),Mark Linesman (LPC Triathlon Club), Mat Reid (Fighting Koalas Triathlon Club), Scott Mallory (London Triathlon Club) and Sheryl Ross (Tornadoes Triathlon Club).

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?About Triathlon Ontario

Triathlon Ontario oversees the sanctioning of races and clubs and undertakes a number of duties and responsibilities on behalf of athletes at every level, coaches, clubs, officials and race directors to ensure the growth and development of the sport in a fun and safe way.

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October 31, 2017

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Youth/Junior Development Day Hosted by Sudbury Triple Threat

Registration Open for Provincial Youth/Junior Development Day Hosted by Sudbury Triple Threat

– Development Day open to 12-19 year olds –

October 24, 2017 – Triathlon Ontario, the recognized Provincial governing body of Multisport in Ontario, announced registration is now open a one day Provincial Development day on November 26th, hosted by local youth club Sudbury Triple Threat Triathlon Club.

Provincial Development Program initiatives provide Ontario’s youth athletes the opportunity to train under the guidance of Triathlon Ontario’s Provincial Coach, within an enhanced training environment and a focus on developing skills and training vocabulary that is consistent with Triathlon Ontario’s development pathway and in keeping with best practices of the world’s leading National development programs.

The November 26th development day is a coordinated effort between Provincial Coach Greg Kealey and the Sudbury Triple Threat Club.

The Development day is intended to provide Sudbury and surrounding area triathletes and coaches exposure to Provincial leadership, profess?ional development opportunities for local coaches, while also offering athletes from across the province the opportunity to train together, learn and have fun.

Schedule

Ben Avery Athletic Centre (Laurentian University)7:00-7:30 am – Meet and Greet8:00-10:00 am – Swim Session (speed vs stroke rate assessment, critical velocity testing)

10:30-12:00 am – Athlete and Parent Q&A session with Provincial Coach (athlete pathways, coach and athlete training accountability, athlete development)

12:00-12:30 pm – Bike and Transition set up

12:30 – 3:00 pm – Bike power profile, fatigue resistance session run assessment and video, off the bike/run cadence assessment
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3:00 – 4:00 pm – Wrap up session

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?Triathlon Ontario, through the Provincial Development Coach, has developed a program to increase the number of training opportunities and locations in the province through a partnership program with youth clubs and youth programs.
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?Triathlon Ontario is is committed to building an infrastructure with the capacity to support athletes across the Province with consistent, experienced coaching while providing proper direction and support consistent with Ontario’s athlete development model, monitoring and tracking athlete development and improvements in home training environments.
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?Triathlon Ontario invites all youth clubs to inquire about the hosting program and request information on the criteria by criteria by contacting Provincial Development Coach Greg Kealey at [email protected].

?About Triathlon Ontario

Triathlon Ontario is a non-profit organization that is the recognized Provincial Governing Body for Multisport in the province of Ontario. Our mission is to provide leadership and governance for the development of a safe and fair environment for Multisport in Ontario.
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?Triathlon Ontario oversees the sanctioning of races and clubs and undertakes a number of duties and responsibilities on behalf of athletes at every level, coaches, clubs, officials and race directors to ensure the growth and development of the sport in a fun and safe way. For more information please visit: http://www.triathlonontario.com.
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October 23, 2017

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Online Award Nominations Go Live

– Triathlon Ontario issues call for nominations & online proxy voting –

October 23, 2017 – Triathlon Ontario, the recognized Provincial governing body of Multisport in Ontario, announced ?announced members can now go online and nominate an athlete, coach, official or volunteer for an annual award to be received at the Annual Awards Celebration on the evening December 2nd, 2017 at McMaster University.

Triathlon Ontario will be celebrating its Provincial, Cup and Series Champions as well as its annual award winners over dinner with a special guest speaker (to be announced). Tickets for the evening’s festivities will be available shortly. In the meantime individuals can submit nominations for athlete or non-athlete awards until Friday, October 27th.

SUBMIT NOMINATION

AGM & Call for Nominations

Triathlon Ontario’s Annual General Meeting will also be held at McMaster University at 3:30pm, room location to be announced shortly. All current members are welcome to attend. Four board positions are up for election, with the current board members intending to seek re-election.

Nominations for those members that wish to be join the Board of Directors will be accepted until November 10th, 2016. A Nomination Committee has been formed and has determined the skill sets most ideal for a potential board member include: Legal, Accounting, Financial and Web/Digital Design. Interested members may submit a Nomination Form.

Online Proxy Forms

For those members that would like to vote at the AGM but cannot attend, a Proxy Form may be completed and submitted online by November 29th, 2017.

?About Triathlon Ontario

Triathlon Ontario is a non-profit organization that is the recognized Provincial Governing Body for Multisport in the province of Ontario.

Our mission is to provide leadership and governance for the development of a safe and fair environment for Multisport in Ontario. Triathlon Ontario oversees the sanctioning of races and clubs and undertakes a number of duties and responsibilities on behalf of athletes at every level, coaches, clubs, officials and race directors to ensure the growth and development of the sport in a fun and safe way.

For more information please visit: http://www.triathlonontario.com.

October 23, 2017

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Registration Open for Ultimate Age Grouper Swim Clinic

– Learn from Olympic coaches and experts –

—EDIT: 30 October 2017: EVENT SOLD OUT? —

October 18, 2017 – Triathlon Ontario, the recognized Provincial governing body of Multisport in Ontario, announced registration is now open for its world class open water swim clinic specifically designed for Age Groupers on November 18th.This clinic offers the rare opportunity to experience the multi-million dollar Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre while working with an Olympic level swim coach, biomechanist, strength and conditioning expert and 2012 London Olympic Canadian open water swimmer Zsofi Balazs.

The clinic offers the following:

?11:30-12:30 – In class discussion on open water tactical strategy, stroke technique & training

?12:45-1:45 – On deck strength and condition session

?2:00 – 3:30 – In water session working on stroke technique, open water tactics and training with coaching and stroke correction from a swim biomechanist.

As part of the registration package athletes will be receiving complimentary Infinit Nutrition Jet Fuel throughout the day, a Triathlon Ontario water bottle and silicon swim cap.

Current Triathlon Ontario members receive a discounted price of $85, $95 for non-members.

?For those interested, a personalized summary of stoke analysis video and recommendations by the swim biomachinist is also available.

About Triathlon Ontario

Triathlon Ontario is a non-profit organization that is the recognized Provincial Governing Body for Multisport in the province of Ontario.?

?Our mission is to provide leadership and governance for the development of a safe and fair environment for Multisport in Ontario. Triathlon Ontario oversees the sanctioning of races and clubs and undertakes a number of duties and responsibilities on behalf of athletes at every level, coaches, clubs, officials and race directors to ensure the growth and development of the sport in a fun and safe way.

?For more information please visit: http://www.triathlonontario.com.

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October 18, 2017

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Special Limited Time T-Shirt Offer

Show Your Triathlete or Duathlete Pride with Triathlon Ontario’s unique “I AM A TRIATHLETE.” and “I AM A DUATHLETE.” cotton t-shirts.

– Available for 2 weeks or until supplies last –
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October 4, 2017 – Triathlon Ontario, the recognized Provincial governing body of Multisport in Ontario, announced a special limited time offer of its unique “I AM A TRIATHLETE.” and “I AM A DUATHLETE.” cotton t-shirts. The online store will be open for two weeks or until supplies last.

Online Store

Triathlon Ontario gave away hundreds of free bumper stickers this summer at races with the loud and proud “I AM…” slogan. For just $15 plus HST and shipping, you can proudly tell the world you are part of one of the best communities in sport.?

About Triathlon Ontario

Triathlon Ontario is a non-profit organization that is the recognized Provincial Governing Body for Multisport in the province of Ontario. Our mission is to provide leadership and governance for the development of a safe and fair environment for Multisport in Ontario. Triathlon Ontario oversees the sanctioning of races and clubs and undertakes a number of duties and responsibilities on behalf of athletes at every level, coaches, clubs, officials and race directors to ensure the growth and development of the sport in a fun and safe way. Visit Triathlon Ontario.com for the latest triathlon news, events, camps, and clinics.

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October 4, 2017

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Monnink & Tomenson Take LC Provincial Titles While LC Series Wraps up in Dramatic Fashion

– 371 athletes took part in four-part Long Course Series –

??September 19, 2017 – Triathlon Ontario, the recognized Provincial Governing Body of Multisport in Ontario, announced the winners of the Long Course Triathlon Provincial Championships and its Long Course Series. The Provincial Championships and Series finale were held on Sunday in Welland at host event REV3 Niagara Falls Barrelman.

Provincial Championships
Sunday morning three male Ontario pros put on a show as they battled it out for the Long Course Provincial title. Triathlon Ontario Long Course Development Team member Alex Vanderlinden came out of the water with just over a two minute gap on fellow Development Team member Jordan Monnink, followed by Daniel Clarke, an additional two minutes back.
A fast bike split by Clarke coupled with a crash by Vanderlinden resulted in the three young pros heading out of T2 within seconds of each other.

On the run, Monnink laid down the fastest run split of the day to take the title over second place Clarke and then Vanderlinden, in what was one of the most exciting LC races in Ontario this year.

The women’s title race was just as exciting. Sheila Treleaven drew first blood by putting down the fastest swim split on the day. Defending champ Miranda Tomensen answered the call by overtaking Treleaven on the bike and establishing about a two minute lead headed out of T2. Tomensen held off the hard charging Treleaven by just a mere 25 seconds at the finish to take the title once again.

?Long Course Provincial Series
The third edition of Triathlon Ontario’s Long Course Series saw another strong year of participation with 371 athletes earning points in the competition.

Age Group Women
Estrella Garcia put an exclamation point on Sunday by winning her age group and earning extra points at Provincials to go along with her earlier wins in the season. Garcia edged out Danica Metcalfe on the final day who was sitting in first but was idle.

Masters Women
Welland seems to agree with defending champ Jennifer Knowles as she used a first place at the beginning of the season in Welland and a first place finish at Barrelman, to successfully defend her Long Course Series title. Catharine Daly and Lia Kutzscher were ever so close, just taking second place by a mere seven points.

Age Group Men
In an unprecedented turn of events, defending champion Dany Malley will have to share his title with fellow long course warriors Mathieu Marilly and Ryan McCallum. The three all finished the competition with 731 points making it the first time the Series has had a three way tie for first place.

Masters Men
Current Cross Triathlon Provincial champ and defending LC Series champ Luke Ehgoetz left no doubt as to who reigned supreme on the Ontario Long Course Masters scene this year. Ehgoetz finished with a maximum 813 points and won his age group in all four LC Series events.

Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to all those that participated and helped make the Series another great success.

Full Series results can be found here.
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About Triathlon Ontario
Triathlon Ontario is a non-profit organization that is the recognized Provincial Governing Body for Multisport in the province of Ontario. Our mission is to provide leadership and governance for the development of a safe and fair environment for Multisport in Ontario. Triathlon Ontario oversees the sanctioning of races and clubs and undertakes a number of duties and responsibilities on behalf of athletes at every level, coaches, clubs, officials and race directors to ensure the growth and development of the sport in a fun and safe way. Visit Triathlon Ontario.com for the latest triathlon news, events, camps, and clinics.

September 20, 2017

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Registration for First Provincial Development Training Opportunity of 2017-18 Season Now Open

– Weekend of baseline testing taking place Oct 7/8 at Peak Centre –
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?September 18, 2017 – Triathlon Ontario, the recognized Provincial Governing Body of Multisport in Ontario, announced registration is now open for its first Provincial Development Program (PDP) training opportunity of the 2017-18 season. The testing combine is open to current Triathlon Ontario members aged 16-22 as of December 31, 2017.

Oct 7/8 Ottawa Combine
As part of the continuing expansion of the Provincial Developing Program and in consultation with leading national sports scientists, Triathlon Ontario has developed an assessment and tracking combine weekend to test a cross section of skills that it believes are necessary for success at the International level. The testing will be conducted three times per year to provide follow up, evaluation and feedback opportunities to the athletes and their coaches regarding their training program effectiveness.

The testing will include:

Swim Skills/Fitness Assessment
Stroke Power Profile
Stroke Rate Speed Check
Swim Time Trials and Critical Speed Swim test

Cycling Power Profile Assessments
Functional Power Profile
Under 1 min Power Profile Repeat-ability test
Over 1 min Power Profile Repeat-ability Test

Run Assessments
Video Run Gait Analysis
Run Zone testing
Power / Force Testing

Further details of the testing are provided in the registration form

REGISTER HERE

Purpose of Testing
Proper athlete assessment and tracking will be done at different stages of the training and competition year. By tracking athlete progression over years of development, Triathlon Ontario will be able to assess athlete’s development and trending and use the data to identify future athletes on the high performance pathway. Tracking data will be done during three different times of the year:

Post season
Preseason
In season

By testing during different times of the year over a number of years Triathlon Ontario can track an athlete’s progression throughout the year as well as year-to-year improvements. A combination of technical and physical assessments will be used to help determine relative fitness as well as skill sets that are key components to success at the International level.

?About Triathlon Ontario
Triathlon Ontario is a non-profit organization that is the recognized Provincial Governing Body for Multisport in the province of Ontario. Our mission is to provide leadership and governance for the development of a safe and fair environment for Multisport in Ontario. Triathlon Ontario oversees the sanctioning of races and clubs and undertakes a number of duties and responsibilities on behalf of athletes at every level, coaches, clubs, officials and race directors to ensure the growth and development of the sport in a fun and safe way. Visit Triathlon Ontario.com for the latest triathlon news, events, camps, and clinics.

September 18, 2017

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Second Annual Youth Club Championships a go at MSC Lakeside Saturday

– Peterborough Pirates ready to defend title –
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?September 6, 2017 – Triathlon Ontario’s Youth Club Championships is set to go on Saturday at host MultiSport Canada’s Lakeside.
Last year at the inaugural Youth Club Championships, the Peterborough Pirates held off the hard charging Fighting Koalas to win the Crystal Cup.

Athletes in the 12-13 and 14-15 age groups will do battle and points will be available both from age group placing and participation so everyone has an opportunity to contribute.

?Who will get their club names engraved forever on the Crystal Cup?

The event will also be the last stop in the 12-13 division of the Youth Cup.

Good luck to all competitors!
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September 6, 2017

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TTC Knocks Off Three-time Defending Champ LPC, While Tri-Hart Takes its First Ever Division II Title

– Wasaga participation up 39% year-over-year in Club Championship scoring events –
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?August 31, 2017 – Triathlon Ontario, the recognized Provincial Governing Body of Multisport in Ontario, announced the winners of its Club Championships, hosted by MultiSport Canada’s Wasaga Beach this past Saturday.

The 2017 Club Championships had the highest participation rate while being hosted at an MSC event. 31 clubs representing 209 athletes took part versus 25 clubs and 177 athletes in 2015, growth rates of 24% and 15%, respectively. The hosting of the Provincial event helped to increase year-over-year participation in Club Championship scoring races at Wasaga Beach by 39%, according to Sportstats.

Since the revamping of the Club Championships in 2014, Division I titans the Toronto Triathlon Club has played runner up to its friendly rival from Guelph, LPC Triathlon Club. On Saturday, the TTC finally dethroned the three-time champs with a score of 2,780 points versus 2,630 for LPC.

Rounding out the podium and the prize money was the Fighting Koalas with 1,470 points. The Koalas were two-time defending Division II champs heading into the competition but moved up to Division I due to membership growth. ?

In the Division II category, the Crystal Cup will see new champions engraved. Tri-Hart Triathlon Club scored 840 points to take the title and the $500 first prize. Runners up were C3 with 560 points, and third place went to the Saugeen Triathlon Club with 330 points.

Congratulations to all that participated and thank you to host MultiSport Canada for a great event. Award celebrations are tentatively set for December 2nd where the clubs will be officially presented their awards.

?Full standings can be found here
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August 31, 2017