(Supported by Athletics Canada) Funding Support Available: An estimated total of $24,000 (Funding to be distributed to Member Track & Field Clubs and Athletics organizations) OVERVIEW Athletics Ontario is launching a funding program to support Athletics Ontario member clubs and race organizations in the delivery of grassroots programs. Selected clubs must meet the Eligibility Criteria […]
2023 Becoming Para Ready Symposium
Join Athletics Ontario in partnership with Athletics Canada at the Toronto Track & Field Centre on Saturday, April 15 and Sunday, April 16 to BECOME PARA READY in 2023. This is a unique event designed specifically for coaches and club administrators looking to expand the reach and inclusivity of their Athletics program through interacting, supporting, […]
Athletics Ontario Coaching Award in Memory of Beloved Coach Nyron Higgins
Athletics Ontario was deeply saddened to learn about the passing of a passionate, caring member of the Athletics community, Coach Nyron (Ron) Higgins of Durham Legion Athletics. A man of distinction, Nyron served our country with honour as a member of the Canadian Armed Forces for 27 years. He loved reggae music, and had a […]
Winter Mini Meet #2 Recap
The Athletics Ontario Winter Mini Meet #2 took place on Sunday, January 22, 2023, at the Toronto Track & Field Centre, with 337 athletes competing. It was a great day of competition with many athletes achieving their goals, including Andrew Alexander’s 3000m indoor PB of 7:56.79 which also established a Toronto Track & Field Centre […]
U16 Team Ontario Opportunity
2023 Ontario vs Quebec U16 Dual Meet Selection for Team Ontario’s 2023 U16 Dual Team will be selected from athletes appearing on the 2022 – 2023 Athletics Canada indoor rankings. All athletes interested in being considered for the team will require to declare. See the information and links below for more information. Date: February 11, 2023 Location: Toronto Track […]
Happy Holidays
Dear member athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, friends, and fans of the sport of Athletics, Without all of you, we could not do what we do, and we are grateful for your contributions big and small, which are integral to the success and growth of our incredible sport. We hope you find time to connect with loved ones, slow […]
Athletes: Ensure your results are approved – Register NOW for 2023!
As a reminder to all Coaches and Competitive athletes, please make sure competitive athletes are registered with Athletics Ontario/Athletics Canada BEFORE the competition. In order to have performances recognized for Results, Rankings, Provincial or Canadian records, or Team selection purposes, the athlete must, at the time the performance is achieved, be an Associate of Athletics […]
The countdown is on to our Virtual Awards Gala – Dec. 6 & 7
2022 Virtual Awards Gala & Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony The countdown is on to our Virtual Awards Gala, taking place from 7 – 9 p.m. on Tuesday, December 6, and Wednesday, December 7. We’re putting the final touches to come together to celebrate the year that was 2022! Our emcee for both nights is Segun Makinde. Born in Nigeria, […]
Canadian Cross Country Championships Recap
The 2022 Cross Country season concluded this past Saturday, November 26, at the Canadian Cross Country Championships in Mooney’s Bay, Ottawa, ON. The weekend capped a successful season for cross-country athletes in Ontario. Ontario athletes led the way at ACXC, winning individual gold medals in the following races: Open Women’s 10k (Julie-Anne Staehli), Open Men’s 10k (Connor Black), […]
Elaine Lake (1931 – 2022)
Athletics Ontario is deeply saddened to share the passing of AO Hall of Fame member Elaine Lake. Elaine was an active Official for Athletics Ontario for over 50 years. We would like to pass on our sincerest condolences to Elaine‘s family and friends. As an Official, Elaine was Internationally graded as a Track Referee, Umpire, Starter’s […]