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4iiii INNOVATIONS ANNOUNCES OFFICIAL PARTNERSHIP WITH CYCLING CANADA

Ottawa, October 20, 2017 – 4iiii Innovations and Cycling Canada have formed an exclusive sponsor and supplier relationship that will provide 4iiii PRECISION Powermeters and Viiiiva Heartrate Monitors to national team athletes in all Olympic and Paralympic cycling categories.

The partnership, which extends through the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan, brings together two proudly Canadian organizations dedicated to helping home-grown cyclists top the podium at major events around the world.

“We welcome the opportunity to display our leadership in powermeter technology with the home team,” said 4iiii Innovations CEO Kip Fyfe. “Our involvement will include supplying PRECISION Powermeters and Viiiiva Heartrate Monitors together with the same high-level technical support we provide to the World Tour and other professional teams we sponsor.”

The 4iiii partnership with Cycling Canada will benefit athletes at both the elite and grassroots levels by providing affordable, world-class technology to a wide variety of disciplines and training programs.

“Power and heartrate are the foundation of all our training and racing,” said Cycling Canada Mountain Bike Head Coach Dan Proulx. “To deliver podium results, it is essential to gather and analyze this data to help optimize strengths and counter weaknesses.”

“My 4iiii PRECISION Powermeter provides accurate and consistent data, giving me confidence day in and day out,” said recently crowned individual pursuit national champion Kinley Gibson.

“We are thrilled to welcome another best-in-class Canadian brand into our growing family of performance and marketing partners,” said Matthew Jeffries, Director of Marketing for Cycling Canada. “Our world-leading athletes are Canadian-made and we are proud to say the same thing about the organizations, products and technologies that support them.”

4iiii will also collaborate with other Cycling Canada performance partners including Lexus, Argon 18, Louis Garneau and Barista to support and elevate major cycling events across the country.

4iiii Innovations is a leading Canadian sports technology company based in Cochrane, Alberta. 4iiii is a sponsor and product supplier to WordTour teams Quick-Step Floors and Bora-hansgrohe, Canadian Women’s Team Cyclery-4iiii as well as yachting’s America’s Cup Team Oracle USA.

Cycling Canada is the governing body for competitive cycling in Canada. Founded in 1882, Cycling Canada aims to create and sustain an effective system that develops talented Canadian cyclists to achieve Olympic, Paralympic, and World Championship medal performances. With the vision of being a leading competitive cycling nation by 2020 celebrating enhanced international success, increased national participation and world class event hosting, Cycling Canada manages high performance programs, hosts national and international events and administers programs to promote and grow cycling across the country. Cycling Canada programs are made possible through the support of its valued corporate partners – Global Relay, Lexus Canada, Mattamy Homes, Louis Garneau and Bear Mountain Resort – along with the Government of Canada, Own The Podium, the Canadian Olympic Committee and the Canadian Paralympic Committee.

October 20, 2017/by Communications

CLASS OF 2017 INDUCTED INTO CYCLING HALL OF FAME

Milton, October 3, 2017 – The third annual induction to the Canadian Cycling Hall of Fame took place on Sunday at Rattlesnake Point Golf Club in Milton, Ontario, with over 150 people attending the luncheon that saw Gary Longhi, Albert Schelstraete-Coulier, Karen Strong and Steve Smith become the newest members of the Hall of Fame.

“To create our history, we need to recognize and celebrate our greats of yesterday,” stated Pierre Lafontaine, CEO of Cycling Canada. “Today was one of those days in life that makes you so proud to be associated with cycling and the quality people it has helped shape. We are about creating world-class people and this day we were surrounded with some of the best of the best that Canada has ever produced. Humbling!”

Prior to the induction ceremony, over 100 cyclists participated in the Lexus-sponsored Ride with Legends event, where they had the opportunity to ride with current members of Canada’s national team, as well as cycling legends Steve Bauer, Curt Harnett, Gordon Singleton and Karen Strong.

At the luncheon, Eleanor McMahon, Ontario Minister for Sport and founder of the Share the Road advocacy group, spoke about the benefits of cycling and how government is improving safety and access for cyclists.

An introduction to the accomplishments of each inductee preceded remarks by each of the new members or their representatives. The class of 2017 includes three athletes and one builder.

Gary Longhi, para-cyclist and multi-time Paralympian led Canadian cyclists at the 1996 Atlanta Paralympic Games, winning a gold medal in the Individual Time Trial (ITT) and a bronze in the Road Race. He was a silver medalist in the ITT at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games and was the flag bearer for the Canadian Paralympic Team at the opening ceremonies for the 2000 Paralympic Games in Sydney.

Albert Schelstraete-Coulier’s cycling career covered many facets including racing but his recognition as a builder comes about due to his leading role in two specific areas. He served as the President of the Canadian Wheelmen’s Association (1952-1957) and later as the President of the Canadian Cycling Association (1972-1974). In addition to this, he built the Delhi, Ontario, velodrome in 1939 and the first portable track in 1948 and went on to build numerous tracks in North America from 1948 to 1975, as well as designing the 1976 Olympic track in Montreal. Albert Schelstraete-Coulier passed away in 2011 and his award was accepted by his son, Bob Schelstraete.

Karen Strong is a recognized forerunner for many of Canada’s top road and track athletes. As the first Canadian woman to win medals at the Track World Championships her bronze medal in 1977 and silver in 1980 paved the way for future Canadian successes in the discipline. In addition to several international podiums, Karen dominated the Canadian Road Cycling Championships from 1975 to 1982. Following her incredible competitive career she served as the first full-time women’s coach for the national body.

Steve Smith, Canada’s greatest downhill mountain biker, tragically lost his life in May of 2016 as the result of a motocross accident. From 2004 to 2013 Stevie’s legend grew, culminating in being the 2013 World Cup Champion. Included in his three win’s in 2013 was a memorable gold medal run on home soil at Mont-Ste-Anne, QC which contributed to him being named Cyclist of the Year for 2013. After two injury-plagued seasons in 2014 and 2015 he came back in early 2016 with a World Cup podium at Lourdes, FRA to start his final season. Steve Smith’s award was accepted by Mathieu Dupelle – friend and former team mechanic.

October 3, 2017/by Communications

CYCLING CANADA ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD MEMBERS

Ottawa, September 28, 2017 – Cycling Canada is pleased to announce the election of new members to the Board of Directors, following the Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, September 26th.

John Tolkamp of Vancouver was acclaimed for a third term as President of the Association. Elections were also held for three Board positions. Robin Porter of Toronto was re-elected for a second term, while two new members joined the Board – Pierre Laflamme of Quebec City, and Dennis Kim of Vancouver. Stepping down from the Board are Chris Reid of Ottawa and Lyne Bessette of Knowlton, Quebec. Returning members of the Board not up for election this year are Hannah Parish of Toronto, Bill Kinash of Regina and Kevin Baldwin of St John’s.

Laflamme has a long history as a cyclist, both competitively and recreationally, and brings his financial experience to the Board as a CPA. He has been a member of the Board of Excellence Sportive Quebec Levis, and has worked with many of Canada’s top cyclists, including Raphaël Gagné, Antoine Duchesne, Hugo Houle, Simone Boilard, Pierrick Naud and Benjamin Perry.

Dennis Kim brings a wealth of sports marketing experience to the Board. He is the Director of Global Marketing at Dorel for the Sugoi and Sombrio cycling brands, and previously worked for the Canadian Olympic Committee and the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics in Branding and Merchandising.

“First of all, on behalf of the Board, I want to pass on my sincere thanks to Chris Reid and Lyne Bessette, who are stepping down from the Board,” said John Tolkamp, President of Cycling Canada. “Both Lyne and Chris have been valuable contributors over the past years to moving the whole organization forward. I, along with the whole Board, welcome Pierre Laflamme and Dennis Kim to the organization. It is a healthy sign to see new individuals put their names forward, and for the membership to give them a mandate, and I welcome the new experiences and skills both Dennis and Pierre bring to the table. I look forward to their contribution to Cycling Canada’s growth and future.”

September 28, 2017/by Communications

EVENT OF THE YEAR VOTE NOW OPEN

Ottawa, September 26, 2017 – After a very exciting season of racing throughout the country, Cycling Canada invites all cycling fans to vote online over the next few weeks to determine the 2017 Cycling Canada Events of the Year. Fan vote will count for 50% of the overall consideration for Road, Track, Mountain Bike, BMX, Para-cycling and Cyclo-cross events of the year.

2017 Event of the Year winners will be determined by an equal proportion of public voting (this survey) and evaluation of the review of the following criteria by relevant staff & committees:

Communication with Stakeholders
Event Promotion
Event Presentation & Execution
Organizing & Planning

Cycling Canada would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to all of the organizers with whom we have collaborated this season. Great Canadian events contribute to international success and to the growth of the sport in Canada.

The survey will be live until October 10^that 11:59PM EST. Category winners will be announced at the 2017 Cycling Canada Annual General Meeting.

Click here to access the survey.

September 26, 2017/by Communications

NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR CYCLING CANADA BOARD & COMMITTEE POSITIONS

Cycling Canada is pleased to announce that it is again time for elections to our Board of Directors and our Committees (High Performance, Events, Officials). This year, there are three (3) Board positions plus Board President, and two (2) positions on each Committee.

Cycling Canada is coming off of a high from the 2016 Olympics and Paralympics performances. We have opportunities ahead of us that can help grow the support for cycling IN Canada and help feed our journey to high level international performances. From this exciting position, we want to reach out to the broad base of cyclists in Canada to ensure that everyone is aware of our elections this year. We want to ensure all voices are heard and represented.

“More than ever, our future is bright and with your help working together toward a common goal has never looked so good,” says Pierre Lafontaine, CEO of Cycling Canada.

Some of the possible skills and experience that would be very helpful for positions on the Board and on certain Committees include: Legal, Finance, Human Resources and Events Activation. Revenue Generation and Fundraising is also an skill we always looking for, since we are always looking for more sources of revenues to help our programs and to possibly help feed some of those funds to our provincial partners.

Hannah Parish, Board member and Chair of the Nominations Committee, urges members of the cycling community to get involved: “Volunteering for Cycling Canada is one of the most fulfilling experiences I have had in the past five years. We are looking for people with diverse skills to join us on the Board and various Committees. Come have your voice heard and make a difference in cycling in this country!”

Forms (links to download below) and resumes can be e-mailed to anyone on the Nominations Committee (included on the forms). Please note the due dates – September 12th for Board and October 6th for Committees. For any questions, please reach out to Pierre (pierre.lafontaine@cyclingcanada.ca😉 or Hannah (hslparish@gmail.com).

Nomination Forms

Board and President
English
French

Committees
English
French;

September 5, 2017/by Communications

CYCLING CANADA TO HOST FUNDRAISING GALA IN VICTORIA

Victoria, August 21, 2017 – Cycling Canada is pleased to announce that it will host its second annual fundraising gala at Bear Mountain Resort in conjunction with its Annual Conference on October 21^st, 2017. Join Cycling Canada athletes, staff, sponsors and leaders from Canada’s provincial cycling bodies in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, the home for Canada’s national mountain bike team.

The 2017 Cycling Canada Summit featuring the Lexus Ride with Legends and the Road to Glory Fundraising Gala will be held at the Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort and Spa as part of Cycling Canada’s Annual Conference activities. The Conference will include annual meetings for Cycling Canada’s Board of Directors and Provincial Organizations, a Partner Summit which will bring together key Cycling Canada corporate sponsors, as well as a year-end training camp for a select group of Canada’s top road athletes.

Unique to this year’s event will be the inaugural Western Canadian edition of Cycling Canada’s Ride with Legends presented by Lexus. Participants will have the unique opportunity of joining some of Canada’s top national team athletes, alumni and coaches for a VIP road ride around Victoria starting and finishing at Bear Mountain. The ride will be followed by the fundraising gala which will feature a gourmet dinner, live and silent auctions and exclusive opportunities to engage and interact with Canada’s national team athletes.

“There is lots of excitement among all of us riding pro in Europe about the new direction of the road program at Cycling Canada,” said Mike Woods. “The sense of optimism for the future of cycling in Canada at the international level is high. We’re getting more girls and guys racing at the World Tour. More importantly we can’t do without generous support from our community. We’re looking forward to seeing you in Bear Mountain!”

Proceeds from the event will be invested in Cycling Canada’s National Team programs. All contributions will directly benefit Canada’s athletes in their pursuit of excellence while also supporting the next generation of champions targeting the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and beyond. A portion of the event proceeds will also be invested in local development programming through Cycling BC.

For tickets and additional information please visit https://www.roadtoglorycycling.com/.

WHAT:            2017 Cycling Canada Summit ft. Legends Ride & Road to Glory Fundraising Gala
WHERE:         The Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort & Spa, Victoria, BC
WHEN:            Saturday, October 21^st

Ride – 2pm to 5pm
Gala Dinner – 7pm to 10pm

WHY: Fundraise for Cycling Canada National Team and Development Programs

TICKETS: GALA ONLY: $250 per ticket or $2,000 per table (group of 10 ppl)
RIDE & GALA: $350 per ticket (includes official Team Canada Jersey by Louis Garneau – tax receipts available for allowable portion)

ATHLETES: Legends: Alex Steida & Ron Hayman
Canadian Athletes: Mike Woods, Ryan Anderson, Adam deVos, Leah Kirchmann, Alison Jackson & Sara Bergen to name a few.

August 21, 2017/by Communications

LEXUS RIDE WITH LEGENDS & CYCLING CANADA HALL OF FAME LUNCHEON – SECOND EDITION

Cycling Canada and Lexus invite you to ride with Canada’s finest cyclists. Join current National Team athletes as well as Cycling Canada Hall of Fame inductees for a VIP supported road ride through the beautiful Halton Hills, starting and finishing at RattleSnake Point Golf Club in Milton. The ride will be followed by Cycling Canada’s 3rd annual Hall of Fame induction luncheon, celebrating the 2017 class of inductees including Gary Longhi, Albert Schelstraete-Coulier, Karen Strong and Steve Smith.

When: Sunday, October 1, 2017 from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm
Where: RattleSnake Point Golf Club, Milton, ON

Tickets:
Ride & Luncheon – $200
Luncheon only – $100
Ride Only – 100$

Registration / breakfast: 8:00 am – 9:00 am (baked goods, fruit tray, yogurt, coffee/tea/juice)
Ride: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Hall of Fame Luncheon: 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Please note:

Two ride options will be available (50km and 80km). Support vehicles will follow the cycling groups
All participants will receive an official Canadian National Team cycling jersey from Louis Garneau
Water, sports beverages, nutrition and mechanical services will be provided
Locker and shower service will be available for all guests
Must bring: Bike in good working order (rentals and demo bikes available upon request), cycling shoes, helmet, weather-appropriate cycling apparel, change of clothes for luncheon

Routes:
50K – http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/fullscreen/1779856778/
80K – http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/fullscreen/1779861971/

The ride will be followed by the Cycling Canada Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon at 12:30 pm celebrating the 2017 inductees.

Menu:

Roasted acorn and buttercup squash puree with cinnamon spiked apples
Stuffed chicken supreme (8oz) with oregano whipped Yukon potatoes, seasonal vegetables, herbed goat cheese, garlic confit and caramelized leeks and cider mustard glaze
Tahitian vanilla New York style based cheesecake with blueberry reduction and seasonal berries
Tea or coffee

For any dietary requirements or allergies (gluten free, vegetarian, etc.) please contact karine.bedard@cyclingcanada.ca.

August 21, 2017/by Communications

CYCLING CANADA ANNOUNCES CANADIAN CYCLING HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES FOR 2017

OTTAWA, July 26, 2017 – Established in 2015, the Canadian Cycling Hall of Fame recognizes outstanding achievement and contribution to cycling racing in or for Canada. There are currently two categories of membership in the Canadian Cycling Hall of Fame: Athletes and Builders. At present, sixteen members have been inducted to the Hall of Fame; fourteen athletes and two builders that were selected in 2015 and 2016.

The class of 2017 includes three athletes and one builder who will be recognized at the annual Canadian Cycling Hall of Fame celebrations to be held on Sunday, October 1^st at RattleSnake Point Golf Club in Milton in conjunction with the Canadian Track Championships. The athlete inductees are Gary Longhi, Karen Strong and Steve Smith and the builder is Albert Schelstraete-Coulier.

Gary Longhi, para-cyclist and multi-time paralympian led Canadian cyclists at the 1996 Atlanta Paralympic Games winning a gold medal in the Individual Time Trial (ITT) and a bronze in the Road Race. He was a silver medalist in the ITT at the Barcelona 1992 Paralympic Games and was the flag bearer for the Canadian Paralympic Team at the opening ceremonies for the 2000 Paralympic Games in Sydney.

Albert Schelstraete-Coulier’s cycling career covered many facets including racing but his recognition as a builder comes about due to his leading role in two specific areas. He served as the President of the Canadian Wheelmen’s Association (1952-1957) and later as the President of the Canadian Cycling Association (1972-1974). In addition to this, he built the Delhi, ON velodrome in 1939 and the first portable track in 1948 and went on to build numerous tracks in North America from 1948 to 1975.

Karen Strong is a recognized forerunner for many of Canada’s top road athletes. As the first Canadian woman to win medals at the Track World Championships her bronze medal in 1977 and silver in 1980 paved the way for future Canadian successes in the discipline. In addition to several international podiums, Karen dominated the Canadian Road Cycling Championships from 1975 to 1982. Following her incredible competitive career she served as the first full-time women’s coach for the national body.

Steve Smith, Canada’s greatest downhill mountain biker, tragically lost his life in May of 2016 as the result of a motocross accident. From 2004 to 2013 Stevie’s legend grew, culminating in being the 2013 World Cup Champion. Included in his three win’s in 2013 was a memorable gold medal run on home soil at Mont-Ste-Anne, QC which contributed to him being named Cyclist of the Year for 2013. After two injury-plagued seasons in 2014 and 2015 he came back in early 2016 with a World Cup podium at Lourdes, FRA to start his final season.

The Canadian Cycling Hall of Fame celebrations will be held on Sunday, October 1^st at RattleSnake Point Golf Club in Milton, ON. The event will kick-off in the morning with the 2^nd annual Ride with Legends presented by Lexus where guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a VIP, fully-supported road ride in the Halton Hills alongside many of Canada’s Hall of Fame inductees as well as current National Team athletes. The ride will be followed by the induction luncheon where the 2017 class will be honoured and celebrated.

When: Sunday, October 1^st from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm

Where: RattleSnake Point Golf Club (Milton, ON)

Info & Tickets: https://hoponcanada.ca/product/ridewithlegends/

July 26, 2017/by Communications

CYCLING CANADA, OCA, THE UCI AND CANADIAN ATHLETE KRISTEN WORLEY SETTLE HUMAN RIGHTS APPLICATION TO PROMOTE INCLUSIVE SPORTING ENVIRONMENTS

Kristen Worley has settled her human rights application with Cycling Canada, the Ontario Cycling Association and the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI). Worley sought changes to the policies, guidelines, rules and processes surrounding XY female athletes, gender verification and therapeutic use of required hormones that are captured by anti-doping regulations.

“Today, I am satisfied that the sport of cycling in Canada and internationally have committed to help advocate for issues facing XY female athletes,” said Worley. “My vision encourages sport and the Olympic Movement to do what it is supposed to do best: harmonizing and celebrating through sport the magic and enormity of our human diversity.”

As a result of the settlement, Cycling Canada and the Ontario Cycling Association have agreed to:

• Review and revise internal policies to embrace human rights;
• Launch awareness and education related to diversity of participants;
• Advocate for the establishment of standards and guidelines related to XY female athletes based in objective scientific research;
• Advocate for individualized Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUE) conducted by medical personnel with subject-matter expertise;
• Solicit CCES, COC, Sport Canada, Commonwealth Games Federation and the Canadian Minister of Sport to advance this advocacy message to international bodies such as WADA and the IOC.

Brenda Culbert, Worley’s lawyer from the Human Rights Legal Support Centre, praised Worley’s “unrelenting advocacy to raise complex issues in the international and national arena that intersect sport, science, gender and human rights.”

Ms. Worley has been a leader in her efforts to raise awareness and education in human rights in Canadian and international sport. Cycling Canada and the Ontario Cycling Association recognize the importance of advancing these advocacy initiatives at home and abroad. As a result, Cycling Canada and the Ontario Cycling Association are reviewing and revising their policies to embrace human rights and are embarking on a program of awareness and education related to diversity and inclusion of all participants.

The OCA and CC are pleased with the agreement with Ms. Worley and are looking forward to continuing to advocate for the development and inclusion of all athletes of Cycling in Canada and internationally.

The UCI will support an advocacy initiative to encourage sport’s governing bodies, at the highest level, to adopt policies and guidelines that are based in objective scientific research and responsive to the individualized needs of XY female athletes.

The Human Rights Legal Support Centre provides free legal assistance to people in communities across Ontario who believe they have experienced discrimination contrary to Ontario’s Human Rights Code.

Founded on April 14, 1900, in Paris, France, the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) is the world governing body for cycling. Its mission consists of developing and overseeing cycling in all its form, for all people. From a competitive sport, as a healthy recreational activity, as means of transport, and also just for fun.

Cycling Canada exists to pursue world class results by leading high performance programs and enabling the development of athletes.

The Ontario Cycling Association is the provincial governing body for the sport of cycling in Ontario. They develop, promote and deliver quality programs and events for recreational riders through to competitive racers.

July 18, 2017/by Communications

BARISTA AND CYCLING CANADA ANNOUNCE NEW NATIONAL PARTNERSHIP

Montreal, June 22, 2017 – Cycling Canada is proud to announce that Barista will be coming on board as an official partner of the organization, benefiting the athletes, the support team, and the fans.

By becoming the official coffee supplier of Cycling Canada, Barista will provide coffee for athletes and the support team and will be attending various events throughout the year, such as the Global Relay Canadian Road Championships p/b Lexus which will be held in Ottawa this weekend.

Moreover, Barista will select two new Podium Ambassadors within the National Team who will each have their own espresso blend, with a portion of profits being redistributed to them. Barista will also provide social media workshops for athletes, specifically designed to help them develop their personal brand.

“Barista has always been involved in high level sport. Whether it be through athlete coffee blends, social media training or financial support, we help them achieve their goals. Everyone knows that coffee and cycling are inseparable!” said Alex Sereno, co-founder and coach of the Café Barista Triathlon Team.

“Cycling and coffee are a natural combination and we are excited to count on Barista’s support to provide excellent coffee at events and for our athletes. Barista has already supported Canadian athletes in the past and will now support cycling programs through their Cycling Canada coffee. Needless to say, we are very pleased to welcome another ‘first in class’ brand among our family of partners,” commented Matthew Jeffries, Director of Marketing at Cycling Canada.

June 22, 2017/by Communications