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2014 Athlete Assistance Program Proposed Criteria

Please find links to the Athlete Assistance Program (AAP) Proposed Criteria for the 2014 Carding cycle, submitted for approval by Sport Canada, for each respective cycling sport.

February 19, 2013/by Communications

CYCLING CANADA 2013-2016 STRATEGIC PLAN FINALIZED

CYCLING CANADA 2013-2016 STRATEGIC PLAN FINALIZED

(Ottawa, ON – February 13, 2013) Members of the Cycling Canada Board of Directors and senior staff gathered in Toronto this past weekend to complete the final steps of the strategic planning process that was initiated in February of 2012. The process included a wide ranging consultation with stakeholders that included interviews and surveys and a review of the findings of those consultations at the Annual General Meeting last October.

Since then work has been done on the medium term objectives and annual targets for the organization and how they will be measured through key performance indicators.

The Board also gave its full support and endorsement to the revised staffing structure of the organization. Our partners in pursuit of the mission of Cycling Canada; Sport Canada, Own the Podium and the Canadian Olympic Committee, have provided their initial support decisions. In the case of both the high performance plan and ongoing development programs the support has been retained or increased.

With this in mind the revised structure will see enhanced capacity to support our affiliated provincial and territorial member associations within the domestic development realm with two new positions being put in place. The postings for these positions will be announced by the end of this month.

In the high performance area there will be additional support from an expansion of the number of development coaches to allow a greater focus on talent identification and talent development in partnership with the provincial/territorial associations. The overall support to high performance, in both the mainstream and para-cycling realms, will be increased. Additional positions in the high performance area will also be posted before the end of the month.

“We are pleased that our partners have shown their confidence in our plans and performances allowing us to enhance our services to our stakeholders,” said Greg Mathieu, Chief Executive Officer and Secretary General of Cycling Canada.

A summary of the new Strategic Plan will be posted on cyclingcanada.ca before it takes effect in April of this year.

February 13, 2013/by Communications

JOB POSTING: MANAGER, HIGH PERFORMANCE

CYCLING CANADA – MANAGER, HIGH PERFORMANCE

Overview of Cycling Canada:

Cycling Canada (CC) is the recognized authority by the UCI (Union Cycliste International) on all aspects of cycling in Canada, including BMX, Cyclocross, Mountain Bike, Para-Cycling, Road and Track. Founded in 1882, the CCA 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 to be a leading competitive cycling nation by 2020 celebrating enhanced international success, increased national participation and world class event hosting, Cycling Canada manages the National teams, hosts national and international events, and administers community programs to promote Cycling in Canada.

Job Description:

The High Performance Manager will assist in the management and delivery of National Team programs and be responsible for the Athlete Assistance Program, Anti-doping Whereabouts program and clothing and equipment inventory management.

In order to ensure optimal National Team program implementation the High Performance Manager will oversee the sport coordinators deliverables while ensuring that the sport coordinators work load is balanced.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Monitor performance measures and targets for National Team programs.
Assist the HPD and technical coaches in the development of the strategic plan aligned yearly to National Team programs for all cycling sports.
In collaboration with the IST Manager lead the establishment of performance measures and targets for National Team programs.
In collaboration with the sport coordinators lead the ongoing oversight of National Team program budget expenditure monitoring.
In collaboration with the Performance Development Manager develop and manage national training center and CSC/CSI alignment along with liaison with provincial programs.
Lead in the development of National Team program selection policies and Sport Canada AAP carding criteria in consult with Cycling Canada’s High Performance Committee (HPC) and the HPC’s subordinate Sport Advisory Groups.

Knowledge and Skills

Cycling Canada is looking for candidates that have general knowledge of the Canadian sport system as well as an understanding of all Olympic and Paralympic High Performance cycling sports. The High Performance Manager needs to have the ability to prioritize tasks and superior multi-tasking and organizational skills. Due to the collaborative nature of the position and the need to develop and maintain a positive and dynamic work environment, candidates with strong communication and relationship skills will be sought.

Candidates will be expected to be proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Powerpoint). The following skills, knowledge or experience will be considered assets:

The ability to manage employees
Level 3 Coaching Certification or equivalent
The ability to communicate in both official languages
The ability to manage equipment/clothing orders and inventory
The ability to monitor budgets
The ability to create documents, policies and agreements

Salary & Benefits

The salary scale for the position is in the range of $ 70,000 to $ 80,000 dependent on qualifications and experience. In addition the successful candidate will be eligible for benefits after a probationary period.

This position is subject to six-month probation; at the end of which a documented performance review will be completed.

Starting Date: April 1, 2013

Application Deadline: Persons interested should send an expression of interest cover letter and resume for this position to general@cyclingcanada.ca by February 16, 2013

All applications will be confidential. We thank all those who apply. Only individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted. Cycling Canada promotes Employment Equity.

THIS POSITION IS FINANCIALLY SUPPORTED BY SPORT CANADA.

February 5, 2013/by Communications

ALL CYCLO-CROSS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS ACTION ON SATURDAY

Warnings of flooding in Kentucky prompt schedule changes; Sportsnet to broadcast event

(Ottawa, ON – February 01, 2013) The 2013 UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships are to be held this weekend in Louisville, Kentucky, and Canadian cycling fans can watch the action on SportsnetOne and live on the UCI YouTube Channel.

Canada is sending its strongest team ever to the event, which for the first time being held outside of Europe. Among the list of 16 athletes representing Canada for the event, will attend are Olympians Geoff Kabush of Courtenay, BC (SCOTT-3RoxRacing) and Emily Batty of Brooklin, ON (Trek-Subaru), who both represented Canada at the 2012 Olympic Games in London, GBR this past July.

Riders are expecting it to be a fast circuit, even if it does rain, which is a strong possibility. So far, riders have experienced a mixture of rain, warm weather and cold snowy conditions in training, and the weekend forecast includes the possibility of snow for the first races on Saturday.

Belgium swept the Men’s Elite podium last year, and are expected to be among the favorites once more this year. Defending World Champion and 2013 World Cup Champion Niels Albert and former World Champion Sven Nys are both present, and will be racing with the one goal in mind to win the title. In the women’s Elite race, Marianne Vos (NED) has won the title for five consecutive years, and will looking to make it six. Local rider and 2013 World Cup Champion Katie Compton (USA) will be offering a tough challenge for Vos.

The move of the prestigious event to North American ground comes after an impressive rise in popularity of the cycling sport in North America. The Cyclo-cross World Championships have been held for 64 years on European grounds. Louisville has embraced the sport and the event, with a crowd of 15,000 to 18,000 spectators expected for the racing on Saturday.

The action will be broadcast live on the UCI You Tube Channel. Canadian broadcaster Sportsnet will also carry the event on SportsnetOne. Please check your local listings for more broadcast information.

CHANGE OF SCHEDULE

The programme for the UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships taking place in Louisville (USA) this weekend has been modified in the light of flood warnings at the competition site. All the races will now take place on Saturday.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts that high water levels in the Ohio River will cause Beargrass Creek to flood the low lying areas of Eva Bandman Park in Louisville, Kentucky, in the early hours on Sunday morning. The water level is expected to continue rising for the next 48 hours.

CANADIAN DELEGATION – 2013 UCI CYCLO-CROSS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS – Louisville, KEN

Elite Women

Mical Dyck (Victoria, BC/Stan’s No Tube)
Wendy Simms (Nanaimo, BC)
Emily Batty (Brooklin, ON/Team Subaru-Trek)
Pepper Harlton (Edmonton, AB/Juventus Cycling Club)
Julia Lafrenière (Oxford Station, QC/Xprezo-Borsao)

Elite Men

Geoff Kabush (Courtenay, BC/SCOTT-3Rox Racing)
Craig Richey (Victoria, BC/SponsorConnected.com-Ridley Bikes)
Mike Garrigan (Toronto, ON/ Blacksmith Cycle)

U23 Men

Evan McNeely (Ottawa, ON/Specialized Canada)
Andrew l’Espérance (Halifax, NS/Norco Factory Team)
Michael van de Ham (Edmonton, AB)
Connor O’Brien (Ottawa, ON/ Stevens p/b The Cyclery)

Junior Men

Peter Disera (Barrie, ON/ Cycle Solutions-Angry Johnny’s Cycling Club)
Trevor Pearson (Delta, BC/DEVO)
Isaac Niles (Tuner Valley, AB/Team Alberta)
Neil Symington (Sussex, NB/Outdoor Elements-Atlantic Cycling Centre)

REVISED SCHEDULE – Eastern Time

Saturday, February 2, 2013

9:45am: Men Junior
11:00am: Elite Women
12:30pm: Men U23
2:30pm: Men Elite

Full schedule: http://www.uci.ch/Modules/BUILTIN/getObject.asp?MenuId=MTYzMDQ&ObjTypeCode=FILE&type=FILE&id=ODQyMjA&LangId=1

February 1, 2013/by Communications

LOUIS GARNEAU AND CYCLING CANADA RENEW PARTNERSHIP

The Canadian enterprise supports cyclists for another Olympic cycle

(Ottawa, ON – February 01, 2013) For the past 30 years, Louis Garneau apparel has played a key role in the performance, success, and professional appearance of the Canadian Cycling Teams at 8 Olympic Summer Games. Louis Garneau and Cycling Canada announced today the renewal of their partnership as the Official Cycling Apparel Sponsor of Cycling Canada for an additional four-year term, and subsequently the cycling apparel provider for the Canadian Cycling Teams at the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

“Our role in the future of Canadian cycling is an essential component of our company’s DNA. From a historical perspective, the relationship between my company and Cycling Canada stems back to my participation in the 1984 Olympic Games and my son’s participation at the 2008 Junior World Championship. As we look towards the future, in a time when the sport of professional cycling is volatile and its merits are being contested, this partnership pertains to the investment in the future of cycling and the athletes that will continue the sport that has been my passion and livelihood,” remarks President and Founder Louis Garneau.

“Our cycling performance wear has been proven, through research and development, to improve speed and performance at the high-level competitive stage these athletes compete in,” said Louis Garneau Global Marketing Director Pierre Perron. “A key element of our multi-year renewal is based on continuing this legacy of close collaboration on product design through access to world-class athletes, scientists, aerodynamicists, wind-tunnel facilities, and real-world testing. Because of this, Louis Garneau is known for its commitment to driving innovation for the future and pushing technology even farther.”

“We are delighted to benefit from the renewed partnership with Louis Garneau for the next four years. Both Cycling Canada and Louis Garneau have always been committed to providing our cycling athletes with the best possible tools they require to perform at the highest international level. By working with LG to design state-of-the-art competitive clothing, Cycling Canada athletes will continue to perform on the international scene with the best apparel on the market,” said High Performance Director Jacques Landry.

“Building on the success that Cycling Canada has had over the last four years by implementing a system to support our athletes’ potential, the next four years will be devoted to focusing on the processes that will give our athletes the optimal chances to win medals at the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Rio.”

Louis Garneau has outfitted the Canadian Cycling Teams in performance apparel since 1984 (the year Louis himself participated in the Los Angeles Games). Louis Garneau will continue to supply the teams with leading, technologically advanced apparel for optimal performances. Louis Garneau is known for its high performance apparel that outfits some of the top riders and athletes in the world. The Louis Garneau logo will be prominently featured on the Canadian Cycling Teams uniforms in international races every year.

Since the date of the original partnership in 1984, Cycling Canada athletes have won 10 Olympic medals and collected 65 UCI World Championships medals.

February 1, 2013/by Communications

RICHARD WOOLES LEAVES CYCLING CANADA AFTER SUCCESSFUL OLYMPIC CYCLE

Wooles to devote his time, energy and passion within the development side of cycling within Canada

(Ottawa, ON – January 31, 2013) Richard Wooles had announced his intention to leave Cycling Canada, effective at the end of the month of January, accepting a full-time position with Cycling BC, the provincial governing body in British Columbia.

Wooles, who was working part-time with Cycling Canada and Cycling BC, will focus his efforts, energies and passion to further develop the sport in British Columbia as Manager and Provincial Coach. His expertise and knowledge will allow for great development in the province and ultimately will strengthen cycling in Canada as a whole.

“First, we must thank Cycling BC for allowing us to work with Richard for the past six years. This partnership has led to the resurgeance of the Canadian Track Cycling, winning numerous international track cycling medals at Olympic Games, World Championships and World Cups,” said Jacques Landry, Director of High Performance for Cycling Canada.

Landry added: “A enormous ‘Thank you’ to Richard for his unconditional and loyal services to track cycling in Canada, as well as for fundamentally changing the track cycling culture Canada, a culture that will grow on in the near and extended futures.

Wooles successfully completed his contractual duties as Head Coach of the Canadian Track Cycling Teams, with Cycling Canada.

Cycling Canada wishes Richard all the best in his endeavor to continue to build cycling in Canada at the provincial level.

January 31, 2013/by Communications

IMPORTANT INSURANCE UPDATE

The current insurance coverage administered by Marsh Canada will expire at 21:01 a.m. on Tuesday, January 1st 2013.

Coverage and broker details for the 2013 insurance program will be posted early in January.

For insurance-related questions, please contact Cycling Canada directly.

December 31, 2012/by Communications

CANADA TO BE WELL REPRESENTED AT UCI CYCLO-CROSS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

Olympians Geoff Kabush and Emily Batty, as well as Canadian Champion Mical Dyck to race

(Ottawa, ON – December 21, 2012) Cycling Canada has announced its selections for the 2013 UCI Cyclo-cross World championships, to be held in Louisville, Kentucky, this upcoming February 2-3.

Among the list of 18 athletes heading south for the event, Olympians Geoff Kabush of Courtenay, BC (SCOTT-3RoxRacing) and Emily Batty of Brooklin, ON (Trek-Subaru), who both represented Canada at the 2012 Olympic Games in London, GBR this past July, will be wearing the Canadian uniform.

Kabush has been a prominent player this cyclo-cross season, posting regular Top 5 results at various races on the USGP of Cyclo-cross. Kabush will be joined notably by Chris Sheppard of Bend, Oregon, a multiple Canadian Champion and former Mountain Bike Canadian Champion who finished second at the 2012 Canadian Cyclo-cross Championships.

“Worlds in Louisville is a unique opportunity and I’m really excited to be racing the Cyclo-cross Championships for the first time,” said Kabush. “It’s always been difficult to fit into my Mountain bike schedule but the chance to race the Europeans on our own turf is one I couldn’t pass up. Cyclo-cross is a discipline and culture I have always really loved and I hope many Canadians make it down to Louisville to enjoy the event and cheer the Canadians on. We have some great talent on the squad this year and I think it will be exciting to see what we can accomplish.”

Mical Dyck of Victoria, BC (Stan’s No Tube), the reigning Canadian Champion, will be a rider to watch for at this prestigious UCI World Championships on North American soil. Wendy Simms of Nanaimo, BC, a long-time cyclo-cross rider and multiple Canadian Champion, will also be suiting up for Canada. Simms finished second at the 2012 Canadian championships. Pepper Harlton of Edmonton, AB (Juventus Cycling Club), another strong rider with good results this season, has also accepted her invitation to race for Canada.

Three-time Canadian U23 Champion Evan McNeely of Ottawa, ON (Specialized Canada) will be hoping for a good result at the World Championships. “I’ve never done any big international cyclo-cross race outside of North America, however, I am confident based on some of my successes on this continent, combined with some of the cross-specific training I have been doing this December, that I’ll be as prepared as I ever could be for Louisville come February. I think Canada will have some surprises up its sleeve this year.”

McNeely, a mountain bike specialist, will be joined by Andrew l’Espérance of Halifax, NS (Norco Factory Team) and Micael van den Ham of Edmonton, AB as the top contenders.

The junior field will be headlined by the reigning Canadian Champion Peter Disera of Barrie, ON, Trevor Pearson of Delta, BC.

The 2013 UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships will be held February 2^nd and 3^rd in Louisville, Kentucky. The Junior Men and U23 Men will race on Saturday, while the Elite Men and Women will take to the course on Sunday.

For more information on the event, please visit: http://www.louisville2013.com .

CANADIAN DELEGATION – 2013 UCI CYCLO-CROSS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS – Louisville, KEN

Elite Women

Mical Dyck (Victoria, BC/Stan’s No Tube)
Wendy Simms (Nanaimo, BC)
Emily Batty (Brooklin, ON/Team Subaru-Trek)
Pepper Harlton (Edmonton, AB/Juventus Cycling Club)
Julia Lafrenière (Oxford Station, QC/Xprezo-Borsao)

Elite Men

Geoff Kabush (Courtenay, BC/SCOTT-3Rox Racing)
Chris Sheppard (Bend, OR/Rocky Mountain Bicycles)
Craig Richey (Victoria, BC/SponsorConnected.com-Ridley Bikes)
Aaron Schooler (Edmonton, AB/Norco Bicycles-SRI Importing)
Mike Garrigan (St-Clements, BC/Blacksmith Cycle)

U23 Men

Evan McNeely (Ottawa, ON/Specialized Canada)
Andrew l’Espérance (Halifax, NS/Norco Factory Team)
Michael van de Ham (Edmonton, AB)
Connor O’Brien (Ottawa, ON/Stevens p/b The Cyclery)

Junior Men

Peter Disera (Barrie, ON/Cycle Solutions-Angry Johnny’s Cycling Club)
Trevor Pearson (Delta, BC/DEVO)
Isaac Niles (Tuner Valley, AB/Team Alberta)
Neil Symington (Sussex, NB/Outdoor Elements-Atlantic Cycling Centre)

December 21, 2012/by Communications

CANADA’S MATTHEW KNIGHT TO JOIN INTERNATIONAL CYCLING UNION

Matthew Knight accepts position as Road Coordinator of the UCI, Cycling’s international governing body

(Ottawa, ON – December 13, 2012) Matthew Knight, of Ottawa, Ontario, has accepted a position with the International Cycling Union (UCI), effective January 3, 2013.

In his new permanent position based in Aigle, Switzerland at the UCI World Cycling Centre, Knight will manage the sporting side of road cycling, including the Olympic Games and the UCI Road World Championships under the direction of the Sports and Technical Director.

“We have mixed emotions to see Matthew leave Cycling Canada at this time. On the one hand, we are thrilled to see one of Canada’s brightest cycling advocates working for the betterment of the sport of road cycling at the international level,” said Greg Mathieu, CEO/Secretary General of Cycling Canada. “Of course, his contributions will be greatly missed at the domestic level in Canada. We are confident that his work ethic, professionalism and enthusiasm are strengths he will carry to the UCI to help sustain and further the growth of road cycling worldwide.”

Knight is leaving his position of Road Cycling Coordinator at Cycling Canada, a position he has held since February, 2009. In Canada, he was responsible for all road cycling affairs, including the presentation and hosting of the Canadian Road Championships, Canada’s most prominent domestic cycling race, as well as managing the sanctioning for all international road races in Canada, such as the UCI Grand Prix Cycliste de Gatineau, the famed Tour de Beauce, the UCI Nations Cup events, and much more. He also oversaw the Athlete Assistance Program, the Hamilton Foundation grants and the operation of the European Cycling base.

“I look forward to this new challenge, although I will miss my colleagues at Cycling Canada along with the world class Canadian athletes, officials and event organizers with whom I have had the privilege to work over the past four seasons.” said Knight. “I thank Jacques Landry, High Performance Director and Mathieu Boucher, Director Development at Cycling Canada for being great mentors and for the opportunities they have provided.”

We wish Matthew Knight all the best in this new position.

December 13, 2012/by Communications

CYCLING CANADA ENDORSES TERM OF REFERENCE FOR INDEPENDENT COMMISSION

UCI circulates Terms of Reference for newly-created independent commission

(Ottawa, ON – November 30, 2012) Cycling Canada has endorsed the Terms of Reference for the newly-created Independent Commission appointed by John Coates, President of the International Council of Arbitration for Sport, to look into the issues and allegations contained in the USADA decision relating to the Armstrong affair.

President John Tolkamp responded to the news earlier today: “As the national cycling federation in Canada we have made our position on a fully independent review clear to the UCI. The composition of this Independent Commission and the scope of its mandate as set out in the terms of reference give us cause to believe that all matters relative to the many issues and allegations that have been raised will be given a fair and comprehensive review. This is a necessary step for our sport to ensure that our past is fully acknowledged, understood and can be used to guide the future towards eradicating doping. We continue to encourage and support the UCI in its anti-doping efforts, as we have always done. Cycling is one of very few professional sports in the world that has implemented strict anti-doping regulations. UCI-driven initiatives such as the biological passport are now being considered by other sports worldwide. We look forward to the report of the Independent Commission in June of 2013.”

The Terms of Reference of the Independent Commission have been published today by the UCI, as well as the announcement of the composition of the Independent Commission.

November 30, 2012/by Communications