2026 Ontario Cycling Event Organizer Expression of Interest
Ontario Cycling – Expressions of Interest for 2026 Events Now Open!
Ontario Cycling is gearing up for an exciting 2026 racing season — and we want your event on the calendar! Expressions of Interest (EOI) are now open for all event organizers looking to host sanctioned events across Ontario. Submit by October 20, 2025, to be included on the preliminary calendar. EOIs will remain open after this date, but with limited calendar space, your preferred date may not be guaranteed.
New for 2026 our OCup EOI will also include Road & Gravel events! Road OCup events may be in in one of the following formats – Circuit, Criterium or Individual Time Trial, with stage races or combined events also being welcome.
Eligible event categories include:
- Ontario Cups (MTB, Road, Gravel, CX*)
- Regional Events
- Weekly Series
- Charity Rides
- Cycle for All / Gran Fondo
*2026 CX applications will open later in the year.
New for 2026: Bigger Benefits for Sanctioned Events
When you sanction with Ontario Cycling, you gain more than just a spot on the calendar — you align with the highest standards of safety, fairness, and professionalism in cycling. Sanctioning elevates the reputation and credibility of your event, ensuring athletes, partners, and communities know they can trust in a well-organized, high-quality experience.
Sanctioning Benefits Include:
Enhanced Reputation & Credibility
Position your event as a recognized and trusted part of Ontario’s cycling calendar, backed by the credibility of Ontario Cycling.
Increase your attractiveness to athletes, sponsors, and community partners.
Ontario Cups* & Provincial Championships
Supported through a dedicated project management platform to streamline planning, communication, and event delivery.
On-site event day staff support
Regional Events
Expanded support with event management tools, templates, and resources to raise standards and make delivery easier and more consistent.
On-call event day staff support
Safety & Risk Management
Access to insurance coverage tailored to cycling events that protect both the organizer and the participants.
Guidance on emergency action planning, traffic management plans and risk mitigation.
Trained officials and commissaires ensuring fair and safe competition.
Promotion & Visibility
Amplification through Ontario Cycling’s communication channels — website, newsletters, strategic partners and social media — reaching athletes, clubs, and fans province-wide.
Sustainability & Support
Ongoing mentorship and staff assistance from Ontario Cycling, including day of on-site or on-call support subject to event sanction.
Access to best practices, checklists, and policy resources to help your event thrive year after year.
Ready to Host?
Click here to complete your Expression of Interest form.
Event date priority will be given in the following order:
- UCI Events
- National Events
- Provincial Championships
- Ontario Cups
- Regional Events
- Cycle for All / Gran Fondo
- Charity Events
Other priority considerations will be considered including the proposed event format and event location to allow for a well-balanced race season. Unless indicated on this form, organizers who do not receive the sanction level they requested, will be automatically considered for the next lower sanction level.
Organizers on record hosting a competitive event must hold an Ontario UCI license with the ORG designation. To receive this designation, the license holder must have completed the General Commissaire Course.
For anyone interested please contact events.team@ontariocycling.org for information and next steps.
Note: The EOI form is simply an expression of interest to host/organize an event. It does not guarantee that your proposed event will be approved/sanctioned, or that you have received your preferred date. All submissions are reviewed and discussed prior to a decision being made. Additional information may be requested (if deemed necessary) to make an informed decision on the event sanctioning. We look forward to working with each of our organizers this upcoming season!
For any questions or issues please contact events.team@ontariocycling.org
We look forward to collaborating with our dedicated organizers to deliver another season of unforgettable cycling experiences across Ontario.
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