ADAM SMITH: National Junior Men’s Cycling Team! Our featured athlete of the month is Provincial Team member – Adam Smith.  Adam is currently a grade 12 student at St. Paul’s High School who began competing in endurance sports at the young age of 6. He started by racing Kids of Steel triathlons and transitioned into cycling by joining Kids of Mud and then Cycling Manitoba’s Development Program when he was 12. Through the Provincial team he has trained and raced all three cycling disciplines, but discovered his true passion was for road racing. Adam has successfully competed locally, n ..read more

We are now only 4 months away from the MB Summer Games August 11-17th, 2024 in Dauphin.  Cycling (mountain biking) is in the first phase of the Games from Aug 11-14th with athletes participating in the Opening Ceremonies and racing on Aug 12 and 13th on the Selo Ukrainia race course (Northgate Trails). *UPDATE** Qualifier/Selection Races – there are now FIVE (5) CONFIRMED qualifier races with the first coming up in a couple of weeks.  All the races are listed on the event calendar on the Manitoba Cycling website. Grand Beach Grand Prix (Grand Beach Cross Countr ..read more

Cycling Practice Planning Details: 2 sessions, 2 hours each (you need to complete both Part 1 & Part 2). Lecture Based training will take place online.  MCA Membership Rate: $45.00 The average cost of Cycling Practice Planning falls between $60-$70 (Canada Wide). However, as a valued member of the MCA community, you’re entitled to a discounted rate.  Date: Part 1: Monday April 22, 2024 Part 2: Wednesday April 24, 2024 Time: Part 1: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Part 2: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Registration: Registration Link: https://edu.cyclingcanada.ca **Prior to regist ..read more

Event: Spring Chicken Road Race Organizer: Dark Red Racing Date: April 27, 2024  Registration Open Now! Location: Birds Hill Park, Pope’s Hill Parking lot Registration: Here Race Guide: Here Race Contact: olli.jhyytiainen@gmail.com  Event Details: Race Day Sign-In/Registration: Pope’s Hill Parking lot, Registration opens at 9 AM and closes at 10:30 AM, Start at 11:00 AM. Please arrive early to allow time for road numbers pick-up ..read more

One of Manitoba’s Best Sports Programs is Back and Better Than Ever!! First launched in 2019, our Multi-Sport Program partnered with Speed Skating, Cross-Country Ski and Cycling to provide exposure to four different endurance sports over four months of programming. Multisport Event Cycling (Mountain Bike) at Bison Butte – April 27, May 11 and May 18 2024 18+ age group – 9:00 to 10:00 am 8 – 12 age group – 10:15 to 11:15 am 13 – 17 age group – 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Mountain Biking – Appropriate clothing, helmet and mountain bike. Register: HERE HOW TO PREPARE: Please en ..read more

Sport Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Grant Funding for Events Sport Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Grant Funding for Events Eligible projects include Provincial Championships, adult leagues, tournaments, coach and official seminars, conferences, etc. Eligible projects must have more Adults than Under 18 due to Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Sport MB/MBLL Contribution Up to a maximum of $10,000 of program/event/league expenses, per organization, per year. Payment Terms and Conditions Up to 50% of the program, event or league sponsorship will be provided upon notification of an approved appl ..read more

Calling All Volunteers! Please Join us on Earth Day for MCA’s first official community “spruce up” at the Bison Butte Trails! Date: Monday, April 22, 2024 Time: 5pm to 8pm What to Bring: Work Gloves Closed Toe Shoes Hat Water Rake (if your have one available) Charged Cell Phone Manitoba Cycling will supply: Maintenance Tools Maintenance Instruction (if needed) Water + Snacks Access/Parking: Parking available at the Bison Butte sea can. Access off McCreary road (gates will open at 445pm). Please drive in slowly in respect for the residents (and the bison!)  Google Map If biking ..read more

Please contact the MCA to register and Join a Group of Awesome Volunteers making cycling a great Sport! Email: cycling@sportmanitoba.ca Phone: 204-925-5686 COMMISSAIRE CLINIC Day : Saturday April 20  9:00 am – 4:30 pm Location: Sport for Life Centre (145 Pacific Ave) Fee:  free of charge, lunch not included Required Pre-Reading: UCI General Rules, Road and CycloCross Rules and Regulations  Learning Facilitator:  Arlene Woodcock/National Road Commissaire, Canada Cycling Commissaire Learning Facilitator,  Canada Cycling Chief Road/Cross Commissaire, Manitoba Cycling ..read more

  This month, we proudly celebrate a true community champion, Twila Fillion. For the past seven years, Twila has dedicated her time and energy to the sport of cycling, embodying the essence of community spirit. Her unwavering focus has consistently been on fostering a sense of belonging and togetherness through movement. What sets Twila apart is her commitment to ensuring her initiatives are accessible to everyone, regardless of financial constraints. Twila’s dedication to inclusivity has truly made a difference in the lives of many, shaping a cycling community that is welcoming ..read more

Take the Next Steps 1) Social Media Policy 2) Parent Tools 3) On-going Education Safesport training for Coach  (Here) Age of Protection: When does it rise to 18 years old?  Canadian Centre for Child protection states For all children 12 – 17 If the other person is in a position of trust or authority over the child (e.g. a coach, teacher, etc.), the child is dependent on the other person or the relationship is exploitative of the child, the child is NOT able to give consent, making sexual activity in the context of such relationships illegal. To protect the inherent vulnerability of ..read more