2025-2026 Targeted Athlete Program Applications Open
2025-26 Targeted Athlete Program Applications Open
The Ontario Cycling Targeted Athlete Program, delivered in partnership with the Canadian Sport Institute Ontario (CSIO), supports the development of Ontario athletes with potential for international success. Through this partnership, Ontario Cycling is responsible for identifying athletes and facilitating access to sport science services, hosting targeted training camps, projects, and academies, and supporting coach professional development. All in an effort to achieve the goal of progressing athletes to national team representation and podium success at the highest levels.
The Ontario Cycling Targeted Athlete Program, delivered in partnership with the Canadian Sport Institute Ontario (CSIO), supports the development of Ontario athletes with potential for international success. Through this partnership, Ontario Cycling is responsible for identifying athletes and facilitating access to sport science services, hosting targeted training camps, projects, and academies, and supporting coach professional development. All in an effort to achieve the goal of progressing athletes to national team representation and podium success at the highest levels.
Athlete Pools[Athletes 14-22 years old with exception of para-athletes]
- Provincial Performance Pool
- Athletes with top national/international results and or strong physiological and/or performance metrics.
- Provincial Development Pool
- Athletes tracking towards the Provincial Performance Pool with top national results and demonstrated progression and commitment to the sport.
- National Transition Pool
- Athletes post-junior level who are competing internationally but not yet carded or receiving support from Cycling Canada.
Program Benefits
Support varies by pool, with the Performance Pool receiving the most comprehensive benefits [See Appendix A in document]:
- Priority access to individualized sport science services (physiological and health assessments, strength and conditioning support, nutrition consultation, mental performance support)
- OC programming subsidies
- Priority selection to camps and projects
- Coach development support (athlete YTP support, discounted NCCP workshops, complimentary OC Coach Conference)
Application & Selection Process
All interested athletes are required to complete the following APPLICATION by October 7, 2025.
Timelines
- Athletes apply online by October 7, 2025
- Notifications sent by October 16, 2025 [date may adjust if further discussion required]
- Additional intake may occur throughout the year based on performance
Full program information and selection criteria can be found in HERE
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