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NCCP Community Initiation Learning Facilitator Course – Expression of Interest

March 6, 2010 – The OCA in partnership with the CCA is looking to run a Community Initiation (CI) Learning Facilitator Course in Ontario in April. The proposed date would be April 17-18 (Friday and … READ MORE →

Share the Road Green Paper Unveiled

March 6, 2010 (Toronto, ON) – The Share the Road Cycling Coalition (The Coalition) an Ontario-based provincial cycling advocacy organization, released a Green Paper for Bicycling in Ontario entitled “When Ontario Bikes, Ontario Benefits – … READ MORE →

Tour de Langkawi Stage 5 – Manan Wins, Bell 69th

March 5, 2010 (Port Dickson, Malaysia) – Anuar Manan (Mas) Geumsan Ginseng Asia won the 111.5km Stage 5 of the 2010 Tour de Langkawi from Muar to Port Dickson in a massive bunch sprint. Vidal … READ MORE →

First Annual Tour of Bronte Launches April 11

March 5, 2010 (Oakville, Ontario) – If the idea of bicycle road racing on narrow, winding roads in uncertain weather and an historic setting makes you think of Europe, think again and get ready for … READ MORE →

Paracyclist Honoured with Lighting of Canadian Paralympic Torch Relay

March 5, 2010 (Ottawa, ON) – Arnold Boldt received a great honour as he was the first Paralympic athlete to light the Paralympic Torch Relay in an official ceremony on Parliament Hill in front of … READ MORE →

COC Congratulates Government’s Enhanced Support of Own The Podium Program

March 5, 2010 (Toronto, ON) – The Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) commends the Harper government’s decision to further invest in the Own the Podium (OTP) program, as unveiled today in the 2010 federal budget. The … READ MORE →

Canadian Budget for a Golden Year – Levels for Sport Never Seen Before

March 4, 2010 – Today’s budget put a golden financial glow on a memorable week for sport in Canada. The budget has demonstrated a level of support previously unseen by our federal government. Kudos to … READ MORE →

Tour de Langkawi Stage 4 – Nishitani Wins, Bell 77th

March 4, 2010 (Parit Sulong, Malaysia) – Taiji Nishitani (Jpn) Aisan Racing Team of Japan won Stage 4 of the Tour de Langkawi from Mersing to Parit Sulong. Michael Matthews (Aus) Team Jayco-Skins came up … READ MORE →

Job Opportunities – Canada Games Council

March 4, 2010 (Ottawa, ON) – The Canada Games Council is seeking suitable candidates to fill the positions of Sports and Games Coordinator, and Communications Coordinator. Both are full-time positions in Ottawa. The application deadline … READ MORE →

Team Tour de Québec Report on 31st Vuelta Independencia Nacional

March 3, 2010 – Here’s a short report about Team Tour de Québec / Nativo at the 31th Vuelta Independencia Nacional in the Dominican Republic. Team Tour de Québec / Nativo recently competed at the … READ MORE →

CCA Pan Am Track Selection Camp April 10-12

March 3, 2010 (Ottawa, ON) – In 2009, the Canadian Cycling Association sent a team of 14 riders to participate in the Pan American Track Cycling Championships in Mexico City. It proved to be … READ MORE →

Barry’s Roubaix “Hell North of the Fraser” – Apr. 11

March 2, 2010 (Maple Ridge, BC) – The Barry’s Roubaix “Hell of the North Fraser” presented by Local Ride Bike Shop is set for April 11 on a course in Pitt Meadows that features a … READ MORE →

Tour de Langkawi Stage 3 – Matthews Wins, Bell 72nd

March 3, 2010 (Mersing, Malaysia) – Michael Matthews (Aus) Team Jayco-Skins won his second stage of the 2010 Tour de Langkawi in a bunch sprint, snaking Alex Candelario (USA) Kelly Benefit Strategies and Dmytro Grabovskyy … READ MORE →

CCA BMX News

March 3, 2010 – The CCA has released some important BMX news and information for the 2010 season, including the announcement of the athletes selected to represent Canada at the upcoming Madrid Supercross World Cup … READ MORE →

Cycling BC News

March 3, 2010 (Vancouver, BC) – As we round the corner into the month of March we have some important information about upcoming events. This issue includes details about licencing, upcoming Learn to Race Clinics, … READ MORE →

Canada’s First Active Transportation Conference – June 3

March 2, 2010 (Montreal, QC) – Vélo Québec Association invites its active transportation partners and community stakeholders from across Quebec and Canada to the country’s first rendezvous, in Montreal, June 3. Slated to attend the … READ MORE →

Tour de Langkawi Stage 2 – Thompson Wins, Bell 52nd

March 2, 2010 (Chukai, Malaysia) – Jay Thomson (RSA) South Africa National Team prevailed in the final sprint of a three-man breakaway at the end of the 182km Stage 2 from Kuala Terengganu to Chuki … READ MORE →

David Veilleux\’s Website Now in English

March 2, 2010 – Quebec’s David Veilleux of Kelly Benefits Strategies sent us this message regarding his website, which was formerly only in French but is now available in English as well: I am pleased … READ MORE →

Team H&R BLOCK Announces 2010 Roster

March 1, 2010 – Team H&R BLOCK introduces our 2010 roster. The team is proud to announce its riders, managers and marketing partners for the 2010 racing season. The team has enjoyed considerable success … READ MORE →

Michael Barry on the Road with Team Sky – Photos

March 1, 2010 – Here is a selection of photos courtesy of Pedal columnist Michael Barry (Team Sky) on the road at the squad’s recent European exploits, like Tour du Haut Var in France, February … READ MORE →

Canada Selected as New Location for 2010 Paracycling Road World Championships

March 1, 2010 – Initially scheduled to take place in Cali, Columbia, from August 12-22, 2010, the UCI World Para-cycling Championships will finally be relocated. The road events will take place from August 17-22 in … READ MORE →

Tour de Langkawi Stage 1 – Matthews Wins, Bell 9th

March 1, 2010 (Kuala Berang, Malaysia) – Michael Matthews (Aus) Jayco-Skins won stage 1 of the 2010 Tour de Langkawi in Malaysia. The 174.5km first stage from Kota Bharu to Kuala Berang came down to … READ MORE →

Vuelta Independencia National Stage 8 Final – Langlois 2nd Overall, Boily 3rd on Final Stage

February 28, 2010 (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) – Eric Boily (Can) Spidertech p/b Planet Energy was on the podium again placing 3rd on the final Stage 8, Santo Domingo circuito de Los Héroes, 116.2 km, … READ MORE →

Kuurne-Bruxelles-Kuurne – Rollin 6th

February 28 2010 (Kuurne, Belgium) – Bobbie Traksel (Ned) Vacansoleil won the 194km Kuurne-Bruxelles-Kuurne race on Sunday while Canada’s Dominique Rollin (Cervelo) finished 6th as typical Belgian weather, including rain and wind, made for tough … READ MORE →

Cycling BC Junior & Espoir Early Season Training Camp in Tucson AZ

February 28, 2010 (Tuscon, Arizona) – On Day 1 in a surprising twist Tucson weather was a bit disappointing, especially considering half the crew came from the sunny, blue-skied Vancouver area. So in a rather … READ MORE →


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