OTTAWA, ON (July 3, 2026) – Cycling Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Sébastien Travers as its new Chief High-Performance Sport (CHPS).
Sébastien brings a strong understanding of Canada’s high-performance system and has been instrumental in the success of the para-cycling program across multiple Paralympic cycles. Most recently serving in an interim capacity as Chief Technical Officer, he has demonstrated both a clear vision for the future and the ability to identify and address the key priorities required to evolve and strengthen Cycling Canada’s high-performance programs.
In his new role, Sébastien will lead the strategic direction, alignment, and delivery of Cycling Canada’s high‑performance system, working closely with athletes, coaches, partners, and stakeholders across the country and internationally, from performance development pathways through to podium success at the World Championships and Olympic and Paralympic Games.
“This is an important moment for Cycling Canada,” said Mathieu Boucher, Chief Executive Officer. “Sébastien brings clarity of vision, a deep understanding of our system, and the leadership required to guide it forward. He recognizes the importance of working collectively across our ecosystem to strengthen alignment, elevate performance, and deliver a more structured high-performance system. Our focus is clear: to strengthen relationships with athletes and partners, define clear roles and pathways to podium success, and position Cycling Canada for sustained international success. We are confident that Sébastien will play a leading role in driving this evolution.”
Sébastien acknowledged both the responsibility and opportunity associated with the role.
“I am honoured to take on this position at such a pivotal time for Cycling Canada,” said Sébastien Travers. “We have a significant opportunity ahead of us, to align our efforts across the system, support our athletes with clarity and purpose, and translate their potential into consistent international performance. This will be driven by a clear and ambitious high-performance plan that prioritizes athlete well-being, empowers coaches, and places excellence at the core of everything we do.”
As part of his mandate, Sébastien will focus on:
- Clarifying and implementing a coherent, system-wide high-performance approach, clearly articulated and effectively communicated
- Strengthening relationships and engagement with athletes, coaches, and stakeholders across the country
- Defining clear performance goals and pathways to podium success
With this appointment, Cycling Canada is advancing a renewed high-performance strategy, focused on unlocking athlete potential, maximizing medal opportunities for LA 2028, and building a bold and ambitious pathway toward sustained success leading into Brisbane 2032.
