Elite National Championships:

Triathlon Canada’s goal for the elite program is simple: deliver lots of head-to-head racing. The individual event will follow a heats/finals format over the super sprint distance featuring fast, compact bike and run courses with tight loops that will allow athletes to see – and respond to – every move on course.

Junior/U23 Mixed Relay National Championships:

Mixed Relay National Championships are returning to the championship program!  Provincial teams will be formed by each Provincial Sport Organization to compete for the top spot in the country.

Triathlon Canada’s goal is to create an offering of events that will allow participants to race more than once over the event weekend. A full slate of community programs is also under development, but the core events will be:

Super Sprint Triathlon National Championships:

Age group athletes will race on the same course as the elite competition in a draft-legal format. This provides a unique and rare opportunity to experience an elite course and the excitement of draft-legal racing! Get ready for something really special.

Important reminder: Draft-legal races mean that triathlon bikes and bikes equipped with aero bars are not permitted! Athletes must compete on road bikes with standard drop bars.

FREE 5km Run 

Join us for a free 5 km community run along Victoria’s beautiful Dallas Road! Enjoy stunning oceanfront views as you run, jog, or walk one of the city’s most scenic routes. Open to all ages and abilities, this event is the perfect opportunity to get active with friends and family while being part of an exciting weekend of racing. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply looking to enjoy the waterfront, there’s something for everyone. We can’t wait to see you at the start line! 

Kids and Youth Race 

Get your kids moving and introduce them to the exciting world of triathlon! Our Kids & Youth event offers two fun participation options, making it perfect for every comfort and experience level. Young athletes can bring their bike and take on a run-bike challenge, or choose to participate in the run only.  

Whether they’re trying multisport for the very first time or already love to race, this is the perfect opportunity to “Tri” their first triathlon (without the swim!). Open to all ages and abilities, it’s a welcoming, supportive environment where kids can build confidence, stay active, and cross the finish line with a smile. 

Click here to register for the kids race! Based on your child’s age, you will be directed to select the correct age category for your child in the registration system.

Just want to have some fun and say you TRI’D?  Join us for the Boomtown Social Triathlon!  This is all about connecting with the community and playing within your comfort zone.  Some of our illustrious Olympic alumni will be out to partake in the joy that is getting together for a shared adventure and then hanging out over some nachos to make the stories that much better.  Thanks to Simon and Brent for bringing this amazing idea to life. Click here for the program outline.

The program:

• Socialize – meet at Clover point at 11:30am to watch the Elite National Championship Finals and munch some Boomtown pre-race carbs courtesy of Brent McMahon at RE/MAX Camosun
• Swim – interact with the water however you want for 5 minutes!  This can be anything from dipping your toes in and wading around the shoreline to challenging yourself to swim out to a buoy – whatever you want to achieve within the time limit.
• Run – take a jaunt through Clover Point Park at your pace of choice for 5 minutes!  Walk, skip, run, dance…whatever makes you feel good.
• Bike – ride your bike up to Boomtown at your own pace, following the usual rules of the road (SAFETY FIRST!).
• Socialize – enjoy some delicious Boomtown Nachos and bevvies on the patio and talk about the most social TRI you ever TRI’D.

This is a FREE event – the only thing we need from you to participate is a waiver.  Click here!

A HUGE thank you to Boomtown for hosting the first (hopefully annual) SocialTri, and to Dinnie-Smyth McMahon Real Estate Group for making sure we could eat some great snacks and offer this adventure to anyone who wants to #TriThis.

The racecourse will be centered around Victoria’s beautiful Clover Point. With epic views of the Olympic Mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca, this is a prime destination for locals and tourists alike. Athletes will launch their race with a swim off Spiral Beach – an area popular with recreational swimmers, paddlers, and kiteboarders for it’s clear water, pebble beach, and vibrant ecosystem. The bike course will be a fast and furious multi-lap track along the famous Dallas Road waterfront with the grand finale featuring a run through Clover Point Park before hitting a truly spectacular finish line framed by ocean views and mountain peaks.

Course Map (Triathlon)

Course Map (Clover Point 5K)

Course Map (Kids 6-9 year olds)

Course Map (Kids 10+)

Please click here for the Event Schedule

Please click here for the Athlete Guide

2026 Age Group Super Sprint & Relay National Championships – Register now!

The Super Sprint will be fast, multi-lap, short-course formats.  Space in each event will be limited!

Age Group Registration Rates:

Elite Registration:

Elite athletes must qualify to race as part of the Elite National Championships.  Please refer to the National Development Series publications for information on how to qualify.  The Expression of Interest for Elite Nationals will be coming soon.  All athletes must complete an Expression of Interest to gain eligibility for the individual event.  Junior/U23 Mixed Relay National Championship Teams will be formed by the Provincial Sport Organizations.

HAVN Saunas

Add a recovery and relaxation experience to your race weekend with a 3-hour sauna circuit in the heart of Victoria, BC.

HAVN blends creative design with hydrotherapy to make being present a bit easier. The simple act of sitting in a sauna, feeling the warmth, and then immersing in a cold pool helps you tune into how your body feels and become more aware of the details around you

Booking Details

• Sessions begin at 8:00 AM on August 22 and 23 and are available every 15 minutes.
• Each time slot is limited to 4 guests to ensure a peaceful, uncrowded experience. Time slots are  available to book on a first come, first serve basis.

Cost: $94 + GST

A portion of each registration fee will go towards supporting the Para Showcase event being held as a part of the 2026 National Championships.

For more information on HAVN Saunas, visit HAVN.

Date: August 20- 23, 2026
Location: 463 Belleville St. #3, Victoria, BC
Rate: $289 to $369/night
Deadline to book in Triathlon Canada Room Block: Monday July 20, 2026

** Please note a maximum of 2 bikes are permitted in one guestroom, and guest must utilize a hotel drop sheet when storing bikes in rooms.

To book:
Please contact the hotel directly to make your individual room reservations.

Toll Free: 1-800-663-7550 (within Canada and the U.S.)
Direct: (250) 386-0450
Email:

In order to qualify for the group rate, when contacting the Hotel directly it is imperative to quote the Group Name or Group Code:

Group Name: Triathlon Canada National Championships
Group Code: AUG26TRIATHON

Please note that the hotel requires a valid credit card as security or full pre-payment of room and taxes upon arrival.

Dates: August 20- 23, 2026
Location: 3233 Maple St, Victoria, BC
Rate: $299-$319/night 
Deadline to book in Triathlon Canada Room Block: 30 days prior to reservation date

To Book:

Online Booking
Visit this direct booking link by clicking here: https://www.reservations.accentinns.com/
Select your room, and complete the booking

Phone Booking
To book, please follow the steps below:

• Call 1-800-663-0298
• You are booking: Accent Inns Victoria
• Ask for the group rate for “2026 Triathlon Canada National Championships” or quote the group number: 5636829
• Choose your room
• Date: Provide the booking dates
• Provide your information to the call taker, and they will create the booking for you

Email Booking
Please include the following:

• Email:
• Reference “2026 Triathlon Canada National Championships” or quote the group number: 5636829
• Booking at: Accent Inns Victoria
• First and last name
• Check-in & check-out dates
• Phone number and email address
• Requested Room Type
• Call in with a Credit Card