1. Entry Level Athletes – are training to train and compete. The focus for athletes at the entry level is skill development and improving swim, bike and run fitness and performance in events. This level is appropriate for Youth to AG triathletes and athletes from other sports who are new to triathlon and/or draft legal racing.

Program benefits at the entry level:

• Annual fitness assessment
• Strength and Conditioning Onsite and Remote
• Provincial Development Clinics
• Sport Medicine and Science Sponsored Group Education (Sport Psychology, Nutrition etc.)
• Tri Sask Team Swim Cap
• Opportunity to Receive Athlete Assistance at the $100.00 Level

2. High Performance Level Athletes are striving to achieve a national ranking and have achieved ONE High Performance Swim or Run standard time.  HPL athletes have been training and competing Inter-Provincially in Western Canada Development Series and Triathlon Canada’s Nationally Development Series.

Program Benefits at the HPL:

• All Entry level Benefits
• Bi-Annual Physiological and Metabolic Testing
• Provincial Coach Performance Monitoring
• Access to High Performance Grants such as Futures Best ($1500 + per year)
• Provincial Team Designation
• Opportunity to Receive Athlete Assistance at the $250.00 per event level

3. Elite Level Athletes are the top athletes in the country defined as being on the national development team, are nationally carded, have a top 10 placing at national championships, and/or have achieved High Performance Swim AND Run Standard times. Elite athletes have the goal of competing to win and improve their World Triathlon ranking.

• Receive Entry and HPL benefits
• National Team Designation
• Program Fees Waived
• Opportunity to Receive Athlete Assistance at the $500.00 per event level.

Additional fees and charges

• Camps, clinics and event travel expenses are the responsibility of athletes and parents.
• Tri Sask Team Clothing and Tri Suit (price will vary based on selection ($129-$300))

Registration Options & Pricing

• 2 Payment Options: 50% due at the time of registration, remaining 50% automatically billed May 15th 2026

Register Here!
Register for 2026 AEP

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Saskatchewan’s Molly Lakustiak also earned a spot to compete for Canada at the World Championships in Wollongong, Australia given strong performances at National’s in Montreal and Internationally this season. Go Molly!

Molly Lakustiak – TUCSON, ARIZ. — Triathlon Photo Day, Creative Station at McKale Memorial Center
Aug. 15, 2024.
Photo by Catherine Regan / Arizona Athletics

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To create a vibrant, diverse, and healthy multisport community where all feel they belong and achieve goals, Triathlon Saskatchewan is committed to:

a) the advancement of women and girls in multisport, multisport leadership, and careers as athletes, managers, coaches, and officials

b) increasing access and opportunities for people and populations that have been traditionally under-represented in the multisport community in Saskatchewan; and

c) being more representative of the districts we serve in membership, local organizing, and multisport community events.

Organizational Values

Health: Promoting individual and community health and well-being through short- and long-term involvement in sport.

Inclusivity: Fostering a diverse and welcoming environment that centers adaptability and equality.

Integrity: Committing to honest, sportsperson-like, and ethical conduct in all activities, actions, and communications.

Accessibility: The identification and removal of all barriers (physical, financial, cultural, ) to ensure active participation and effective communication.

Excellence: Committing to promoting personal and professional growth and achievement by encouraging members and stakeholders to reach their highest potential

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It’s been an unforgettable month for Molly. She recently earned a silver medal in the mixed team relay at the Junior Pam Am Games, adding another milestone to her athletic journey.

To top it off, Molly and her teammates also received their championship rings this week, celebrating their NCAA National Championship victory from last November. From the podium to championship recognition, Molly’s hard work and dedication continue to shine through. Congratulations, Molly!

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Asunción, Paraguay—Four Canadian triathletes from across the country joined forces to capture the nation’s first-ever triathlon mixed team relay medal at the Junior Pan Am Games, winning the silver on Friday in Asunción, Paraguay.

Vancouver’s Sidney Clement,  Ontario’s Daniel Epp along with Molly Lakustiak and Blake Harris from the prairies swam, pedaled, and ran their hearts out to the podium, completing their four combined legs in a time of 1:23:53.

Led by individual silver medallist, Sidney Clement, the young Canucks were in podium position from wire-to-wire. The 20-year-old Clement completed her opening leg in second spot against a talented group of frontrunners where she handed off to Daniel Epp who was able to hold onto third spot through this triple-sport test.

“It’s awesome. Everyone on the team did their jobs and it paid off today by winning the silver,” said Epp. “I had a small gap in my leg, but I did manage to keep the gaps small in front and pull more gaps on those behind us.”

Epp tagged off to Regina’s Molly Lakustiak for the penultimate leg. The feisty flatlander held her position while battling through the 300-metre swim, 6-kilometre bike and 1.5-kilometre run.

“It was really good. I was happy to get some redemption from the individual race that I wasn’t super happy about, so it was good to perform as a team and come back to get that silver medal,” said Lakustiak, who was eighth in Wednesday’s individual test.”

Lakustiak set up the final Canadian charge from Blake Harris. The Manitoban, who was fourth in the men’s individual race, was not going to let another podium chance slip through his fingers. The determined Cancuck closed the gap on the bike heading into transition two and never looked back to secure the silver medal.

The Canadians finished 33 seconds behind a dominant American squad who captured the gold at 1:23:20. Mexico celebrated the bronze with a time 1:24:41.

This marks the first time Paraguay hosted a continental multi-sport event. The Junior Pan am Games bring together approximately 4,000 athletes from 41 countries across the Americas, competing in 28 sports.

ABOUT TRIATHLON CANADA
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This summer season, Molly Lakustiak competed in a series of high-level triathlon events, showcasing her consistency and determination on the international stage. Here’s a recap of her season so far:

🏊‍♀️ Key Race Results

1. 2025 Amercias Triathlon Cup Montreal on July 19th: Finished 16th (View Results)

2. 2025 Amercias Triathlon Cup Kelowna on August 9: Finished 19th (View Results)

🌎International Qualification

Molly was one of just two Canadian women to qualify for the Junior PanAmerican Games in Asunción, Paraguay.

• Individual Race: Wednesday, August 20, 2025 (View Start List)

• Mixed Relay: Friday, August 22, 2025

🍁 Upcoming Race

Looking ahead, Molly is registered to compete at the Canadian National Championship in Montreal on September 6, 2025.

We’re so proud of Molly and all the hard work she’s put in this season. It’s exciting to see her representing Canada on the international stage, and we’ll be cheering her on every step of the way at the Junior PanAm Games and Nationals! Molly’s dedication and results this summer are an inspiration to our whole community.

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We are thrilled to announce the launch of new Team Sask merchandise and two pop-up stores at the Frank Dunn Triathlon (Carbo Load Supper on Saturday August 10) and Rise & Tri Triathlon in Regina (Skills Clinic on Saturday August 16th).

Pop-Up Store Merchandise Line-Up

Important Information

📢Pre-Order Deadline: July 11th (10:00 AM CDT)

📍Pick-Up Location Options: 

(1) Prince Albert National Park Waskesiu, Community Hall (Around Carbo Supper)

(2) Wascana Pool, Regina (During Clinic)

🕑Pick-Up Time: 

(1) Frank Dunn Triathlon: Saturday, August 9th
(5:00 pm – 8:00 pm)

(2) Rise & Tri: Saturday, August 16th (3:00 pm)

✅ Reserve, Pick Up, and Pay for Your Tri Sask Gear During the Frank Dunn Triathlon OR Rise & Tri
💳 Card Payment Only
⌛ Limited quantities of merch and colour options available at pop-up store!

Adult Apparel

1. Canada Sportswear ADULT Vault Pullover Hoodie

$50.00

*Available in Black, Forest Green, and White
*Available in XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL

2. Triblend Racerback Tank

$30.00

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Supporting athletes in reaching high-performance goals through targeted programming. It fosters early talent identification to group training and performance management for youth, elite, and Age Group athletes aiming for AG World Championship qualification.

Program Values

COACH

Our coaches will work together to help create a provincial environment where athletes feel safe and excited to become the best athletes they can be.

– Professional, Respectful, Collaborative, Excellence, Inclusive, Honest

ATHLETE

– Respectful, Coachable, Conscientious, Excellence, Committed, A Team Player

Performance Levels

We recognize the development diversity of our athletes and the need to develop them where they are at.

1. Entry Level

Entry level athletes are new to draft legal triathlon and striving to compete at a higher level provincially to develop Performance Level swim and run times. Their focus is skill development and improving swim, bike and run fitness.

2. High Performance Level

High Performance Level athletes are the top athletes in the province and are striving to compete nationally. High Performance athletes place in the top 30 in the country at nationals or in the national series in their division, or by achieving a minimum of one High Performance Swim or Run standard and one Performance Swim or Run Standard time.

3. Elite Level

Elite Level athletes are the top athletes in the country defined as being on the national team, are nationally carded, have a top 10 placing at national championships, and/or achieve both a High Performance Swim and Run Standard times. Elite athletes have the goal to compete at a higher level internationally and improve their World Triathlon ranking.

2025 Athlete Excellence Program (AEP) Details

The Campbell and Haliburton Athlete Excellence Program has been expanded in 2025 to meet the needs of Youth, Jr, U23, and Age Group athletes looking to train, develop, and compete in the sport to reach their highest potential.

Entry Level Athletes

– Training to train and learning to compete.

– This level is appropriate for Youth to Age Group triathletes and athletes from other sports who are new to triathlon and/or draft legal racing.

Program Benefits

– Annual fitness assessment

– Designated Age Group World Championship Qualifying Spot per gender, per 5 year age group (e.g. 20-24)

– Saskatchewan Development Series Fee Waived

– Provincial Development Clinics at 50 % discount

– Provincial Group Education

– Tri Sask Team Swim Cap

– Opportunity to Receive Athlete Assistance for Youth at the $100.00 Level; Age Group Triathlon Canada Team World Competitions at the $500.00 Level

High Performance Level Athletes

– Training and competing Inter-Provincially in Western Canada Development Series and Triathlon Canada’s Nationally Development Series.

Program Benefits

– All Entry level Benefits

– BI-Annual Physiological and Metabolic Testing

– Performance Development Monitoring

– Access to High Performance Grants such as Futures Best ($1500 + per year)

– Group Education and Resources by Saskatchewan Medicine and Science Counsel

– Opportunity to Receive Athlete Assistance at the $250.00 per event level

Elite Level Athletes

– The top athletes in the country defined as being on the national team, are nationally carded, have a top 10 placing at national championships, and/or have achieved High Performance Swim AND Run Standard times.

– Elite athletes have the goal of competing to win and improve their World Triathlon ranking

Program Benefits

– Entry and HPL benefits

– Program Fee Waived

– Opportunity to Receive Athlete Assistance at the $500.00 per event level

2025 Athlete Excellence Program (AEP) Pricing

1. Entry Level

– $180.00 annual fee

2. High Performance Level

– $360.00 annual fee

3. Elite Level

– $360.00 annual fee waived if swim and run standards achieved

Additional Fees and Charges

– Camps, clinics and event travel expenses are the responsibility of athletes

– Tri Sask Team Clothing and Tri Suit (price will vary based on selection ($129-$300)

Payment Options

– Full payment upon registration

– 50% due at the time of registration, remaining 50% automatically billed May 15th 2025

Financial Controls and Practices for Athlete Assistance and Travel

In 2022, we revised our financial management practices to increase accountability and financial control of athlete assistance payments and clarify responsibility for travel.

Athlete Assistance Payments

– Athlete assistance is determined by the Provincial Coaches based on criteria above

– The Provincial Coaches will create a calendar of High-Performance Program events and budget that includes the names of athletes and the level of assistance and their own travel for competitions that are Provincial as in the Western Development Series and National or International

– Assistance is directed to these competitions and not those that fall outside of them.

Travel Responsibilities

– Travel is the responsibility of the athletes and families

– Typically, a team manager is selected from the travel team who works with the families and coaches on coordinating and scheduling competition travel.

– The coaches will personally cover their share of the cost if they are part of a shared booking. The manager should invoice the coach for their share as they would do athletes. The coach is then reimbursed by Tri Sask through our travel expense procedure.

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What are the World Triathlon & Multisport Championships? 

World Triathlon is the international governing body for the Olympic sport of triathlon and all related multisport disciplines around the world.

Each year, there are three world championship events:

1. World Triathlon Multisport Championships

2. World Triathlon Championship Finals

3. World Triathlon Sprint & Relay Championships

Age Group World Championship

Teams consist of top performing age-group athletes in Canada who earn a spot at a Qualification Race to represent Canada on the international stage at the World Triathlon Championships.

How many spots are available?

Club spots are open to members of Triathlon Saskatchewan and other Provincial Triathlon Sport Organizations in Canada though the Athlete Excellence Program spot is only available to members of that program.

Is qualifying for World Championship your goal?

Join the Provincial Athlete Excellence Program to qualify and prepare for World’s!

2 pathways to qualify for the World Championship Team

Securing Your Spot

Pathway 1: Open World Qualifer Spot

Pathway 2: Athlete Excellence Program (AEP) Spot

Complete These Steps (Both Pathways)

1. Register for Echo Lake Multisport Festival

2. Fill out the event specific EOI by Triathlon Canada

3. Consider to join Athlete Excellence Program (AEP): To increase your chances of getting a spot and prepare for the championships!

Where are Saskatchewan’s World Qualifying Events?

1. Echo Lake Multisport Festival (July 5-6, 2025) [Registrations Available]
2. Frank Dunn Triathlon (Aug 10, 2025) [Sold Out]

Echo Lake Multiport Festival has the following spots available:

1. Sprint Non Draft and Draft Legal Triathlon (1 spot** per age group*, per gender and 1 spot for members of Tri Sask’s Athlete Excellence Program)

2. Standard Triathlon (1 spot** per age group*, per gender and 1 spot for members of Tri Sask’s Athlete Excellence Program per gender, per age grouping)

3. Sprint Duathlon (1 spots per age group*, per gender)

4. Standard Aquabike (1 spot** per age group*, per gender and 1 spot for members of Tri Sask’s Athlete Excellence Program per gender, per age grouping)

*5 year age grouping
**Must submit EOI prior to the event 

Frank Dunn Triathlon has the following spots available:

Long Distance Triathlon (1 spot per age group*, per gender)

*5 year age grouping
**Must submit EOI prior to the event 

How to Express Interest in Qualifying

An expression of interest (EOI) is the mechanism to state your intention to compete for a qualifying spot.

By expressing interest and paying the fee, you will be included in the list of athletes that will be compiled from race results and sent to Triathlon Canada, who will contact you about the Age Group team and World Championships.

If you become eligible to claim a spot, you must meet the following basic criteria:

1. Be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada

2. Be a member in good standing with a Triathlon Provincial Sport Organization (PSO)

3. Be a member in good standing with Triathlon Canada (included in annual provincial membership)

4. Must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) PRIOR to each Qualification Event

Event Registration & Important Links

Echo Lake Multisport Festival Registration

Echo Lake Multisport Festival Registration

EOI Form

Echo Lake Multisport Festival EOI Form

Frank Dunn Triathlon EOI Form

2025 Athlete Excellence Program

Join our 2025 Athlete Excellence Program!

2025 Membership Registration

Join our 2025 Tri Sask Membership!

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