SDS provides opportunities for members of Triathlon Saskatchewan to develop, participate, and earn points in local events culminating in series awards for participants and Clubs.

Purpose of the Saskatchewan Development Series

The goal of is to increase member engagement and development in the sport of triathlon in Saskatchewan.

1. To increase the number and quality of triathlon and multisport events in Saskatchewan.

2. To promote an active healthy lifestyle and culture that encourages long-term engagement in the sport.

3. To prepare athletes and Clubs for higher levels of training and competition

4. To create an inclusive environment where both new and experienced athletes thrive.

Who is Eligible?

– Annual Members of Triathlon Saskatchewan

– 2025 Campbell and Haliburton Athlete Excellence Program Members

Clubs:

Triathlon Saskatchewan Sanctioned Clubs in Saskatchewan

Athletes:

– Youth aged 12-15 (age on Dec 31st, 2026)

– Age Group aged 18 + (age on December 31, 2026)

– Open to all levels and abilities from beginners to seasoned triathletes

Types of Events

AGE GROUP EVENTS DISTANCE

*Distances may vary slightly at each event*

– Sprint, 750 Swim, 20 km Bike, 5 km Run

– Standard, 1500 Swim, 40 km Bike, 10 km Run

YOUTH EVENTS DISTANCE

*Distances may vary slightly at each event*

– Individual Triathlon: Each athlete will complete a 400 m Swim, 8 km Bike, 2 km Run

The distances for all SDS and YDS may vary slightly but events will meet Provincial and World Triathlon rules.

Series Cost & Development Clinics

DEVELOPMENT SERIES COST

– Annual Members of Triathlon Saskatchewan = Free

– Local Event Registration Fee: SpeciÞc Local Organization

OPTIONAL CLINICS

– 2026 Campbell and Haliburton Athlete Excellence Program = Free

– Annual Members of Triathlon Saskatchewan = $25.00

Saskatchewan Development Series Events (Age Group Athletes)

1. BGMI Triathlon (Regina)

Type: Clinic and Sprint Triathlon

Date: May 23 & 24, 2026

2. Wolseley Triathlon (Wolseley)

Type: Sprint Triathlon

Date: June 7, 2026

3. **Living Sky Triathlon (Pike Lake)

Type: Clinic and Sprint Triathlon

Date: June 19 & 20, 2026

4. **Echo Valley Multisport Festival (Fort Qu’Appelle)

Type: Clinic and **Sprint, **Standard Triathlon (PC)

Date: July 3 & 5, 2026

5. Rise and Tri (Regina)

Type: Clinic and Sprint Triathlon

Date: August 15 &16, 2026

**World Championship Qualifying slots available, (PC) Provincial Championships

Youth Development Series Events (Age 12-15 Athletes)

1. BGMI Triathlon, Regina

Type: Clinic and Triathlon

Date: May 23rd and May 24th, 2026

2. Kids of Steel, Saskatoon

Type: Clinic and Triathlon

Date: June 12th and June 13th, 2026

3. Living Sky Triathlon, Pike Lake

Type: Clinic and Triathlon

Date: June 19th and June 20th, 2026

4. Echo Valley Multisport Festival, Fort Qu’Appelle

Type: Clinic and Triathlon

Date: July 3rd and July 5th, 2026 Provincial Championships

5. Rise and Tri, Regina

Type: Clinic and Triathlon

Date: August 15th and August 16th, 2026

Series Awards & Points System

Participants will accumulate points based on their Þnishing position in each event. Here is the point system:

– 1.5 X Points for participating in the Provincial Championships at the Echo Lake Multisport Festival.

– Tie-Breaking Criteria: Highest number of event wins; Highest number of top 5 finishes.

– Points will be calculated with the top 3 total point scores factoring into the Series awards for individuals and Clubs. If you participate in 5 events, only your top 3 point scores will count towards your overall total.

Awards will be given to:

– Top Three Youth (age 12-15 by gender)

– Top Three Age Group (by age category: <40, 40-59, 60+)

– Top Club (for clubs accumulating the most points)

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Fitspeek Podcast with host, Kevin Heinze, who explores Triathlon from a Western Canadian Perspective with the Executive Directors of Triathlon British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. Click here for the episode.

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We are recruiting six males and six females at the Junior (16-19) and U23 (20-22) age groups to represent our Province in the Western Canada Development Series (WDS) in draft legal triathlon and mixed team relay competition on the following dates:

• June 6, 2026: Lott Creek Triathlon, Calgary Alberta
• July 4-5, 2026: Echo Valley Multisport Festival, Fort Qu’Appelle Saskatchewan
• August 9, 2026: Kelowna Apple Triathlon, Kelowna British Columbia

Athletes will travel as a team and compete for Series Awards at the Individual and Team Level.  Athletes will receive a Provincial Team travel suit as well as financial assistance ($250-$500) for out of province travel, including attendance at a High-Performance Development Camp in Victoria in May by 94 Forward.  More information about the Western Canada Development Series below and at the online meeting March 16th from 7 to 8 pm.

Purpose

The WCDS was created to provide opportunities for triathletes in Western Canada to:

• Participate in draft-legal racing events closer to home.
• Reduce the cost of traveling for athletes and Provinces.
• Increase the number and quality of draft legal events in Western Canada.
• Encourage the long-term growth and development of participating athletes, coaches, officials, and provincial programs in Western Canada.
• Promote and celebrate the performance of athletes and provincial programs in Western Canada.
• Prepare athletes for the National Development Series and teams in Canada.
• Foster a culture of high-performance amongst athletes, coaches, officials, and communities within Western Canada.

Eligibility             

• Meet age requirements for the applicable category (Junior/U19 or U23) as of December 31, 2026. Athletes in the U15 age (14-15) category may be considered for selection at the discretion of the Provincial Coaches and PSO, consistent with the LTAD objectives of the WDS.
• Be a registered annual member in good standing with Triathlon Saskatchewan
• Be a registered member of Triathlon Saskatchewan’s Athlete Excellence Program
• Demonstrates motivation and readiness for high-performance training and draft-legal racing and athlete development.
• Completes the application, which can be access here.

Selection  

• Athletes who meet the eligibility criteria will be considered for recruitment to the WDS Provincial Team.
• Athletes who may not meet the eligibility criteria but would benefit from structured draft‑legal racing development opportunities, enhanced competition exposure, and coordinated coaching support may also be considered.
• Athlete selection decisions will be based on a combination of any or all of the following:
  • Race results.
  • Demonstrated draft‑legal skills (e.g., pack awareness, bike handling, tactical decision‑making)
  • Commitment to attend competitions
  • Athlete development trajectory.

Final selection recommendations will be made by the Provincial Coaches to the Executive Director. Decisions will be communicated directly to athletes and their parents by the Provincial Coaches and Executive Director via email.

Timeline:

• February 23 Application Opens
• March 16th Information Meeting from 7 to 8 pm online (click here for link)
• March 22 Applications Reviewed
• March 29th Athletes Selected and Notified
• April 6th Athlete and Parent Provincial Team Meeting

The Information Meeting on March 16th from 7 to 8 pm is open to all athletes and parents in triathlon and other sports exploring triathlon within a HP development context.

If you have questions, please send a note to the Provincial Coach for Regina and the South, Patrick Ash here or Dan Toogood for Saskatoon and the North here or Yvonne Cafik, Tri Sask ED and Chair of the WCDS here.

APPLY HERE

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Here are the details:

The Triathlon Community Coaching Course is designed for new coaches looking to work with individuals or programs in their community. Topics covered include safety and risk management, planning a practice, and basic triathlon techniques and skills.

Coach education will consist of theory and practical components facilitated by NCCP Coach Facilitator and Evaluator, Carly Priebe. Here are the details and link to register:

• Facilitator: NCCP Certified Triathlon Coach, Carly Priebe
• Course Dates: Saskatoon May 2 and/or 3; Regina, May 24 and/or 25
• Cost: $50 for Tri Sask Members with 100% reimbursement upon NCCP Trained Status
• Registration Link: 2026 Triathlon Community Coaching Course | CCN
• Contact: Coach Priebe at carly.coach@gmail.com

Information Meeting
To learn more about the training courses and becoming certified through coaching in the community, please join us on Monday March 9th, 2026 at 7 pm for an information meeting by clicking here.

Here is the meeting agenda,

1. Welcome and Introductions to the Provincial Coaches and Learning Facilitator.
2. Purpose of the meeting — to help prospective coaches understand and navigate the Triathlon Community Coach pathway, time commitment, and opportunities to coach and become certified through the program.
3. Coach Development Pathway—to learn what is involved and how to get registered.
4. Community Course Workshop—to meet the learning facilitator and review the course curriculum and practical components.
5. Opportunities to Connect and Coach in Provincial Clinics—to understand opportunities for engagement and certification in the Provincial Program.

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting on the 9th!

Provincial Coaches Dan Toogood, Patrick Ash, and Learning Facilitator, Carly Priebe

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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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