Sport Development

Increasing participation in the sport of biathlon is a priority! Whether you are an athlete, a coach or an official, we value your involvement and strive to provide you with the resources, tools, programs and services you need.

Coaching
Officials
LTAD
Women in Biathlon
Community Sport Resources
Community of Practice

Coaching

Coaches shape the future of our sport! Find out more about coaching biathlon.
Memo for CAC Locker ProcessCoaching Fee Structure (2023)Community Sport Coaching Pathway (2019)Competition Introduction Coaching Pathway (2023)Competition Development Coaching Pathway (2023)Policy on Renewal of Certification and Professional Development (2015)Request for Interest - Competition Development - Coach Evaluators (2022)

Officials

Every sport needs officials! Find out more about officiating in biathlon.
Biathlon Canada Officials Registration PageBiathlon Canada Officials Program Structure (2023)Officials Course Fee Structure (2023)Introduction to Competition for Biathlon Volunteers (2021)Officials Program Update (June 2021)

Long-Term Athlete Development Resources

Biathlon Canada LTAD Volume 1Biathlon Canada LTAD Volume 2Long-Term Athlete Development Information for ParentsLong-Term Development in Sport and Physical Activity

Women in Biathlon

Supporting women in biathlon.
GENDER  EQUITY RESOURCES
How to Apply a Gender Lens to Decision MakingDemystifying Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+)
GENDER  EQUITY AT BIATHLON CANADA
Gender Equity at Biathlon CanadaArticle: Brock teams up with Biathlon Canada to improve gender equity in sportBiathlon Canada Gender Equity Research Project Executive Summary
MENTORSHIP
2022-23 Women in Coaching Mentorship Information PackageCoaches Selected to 2021-22 Mentorship ProgramCoaches Selected to 2021 Mentorship Program
WOMEN IN BIATHLON PROFILE SERIES
Athlete Profile: Frédérique PérusseCoach Profile: Katya DittrichOfficial Profile: Erin SandVolunteer Profile: Cecilia ThistleAthlete Profile: Nadia MoserAthlete Profile: Larissa BlackCoach Profile: Jessica BlenkarnVolunteer Profile: Sophia MarnikAthlete Profile: Claudette MaltaisCoach Profile: Liz GilbertCoach Profile: Gail NiinimaaVolunteer Profile: Nichole AndreAthlete Profile: Caitlin CampbellVolunteer Profile: Lynn AlgraGender Equity at Biathlon Canada
Coaching
Officials

Introduction to Electronic Biathlon Systems

This guide to electronic biathlon includes detailed instructions on rifle operation, basic shooting techniques, and the delivery of adaptable electronic biathlon activities across various contexts
Introduction to Electronic Biathlon Systems
This video demonstrates all components of the Eco-Aims rifle and target, the range set up and how to use all pieces.
Eco Aims Video Demonstration
This guide for clubs and coaches provides the essential tools and strategies to successfully introduce the sport of biathlon as part of a Laser Tour program.
Laser Tour Guide

Engaging Indigenous Communities

This guide and checklist offer a starting point for those looking to begin an electronic biathlon program with an Indigenous community. They are designed with Indigenous participants and communities in mind, centering on the aspirations of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
Engaging Indigenous CommunitiesQuality Sport Checklist

Para-Integration for Biathlon Coaches

This guide provides introductory information for coaches looking to integrate para athletes into their biathlon programming. Para athletes require certain considerations in order to integrate them with other biathlon programs and by integrating para readiness into a coaching style, coaches can create a positive sport environment for para nordic athletes.
Para Manual

Biathlon Canada’s Community of Practice

Biathlon Canada is happy to welcome all biathlon coaches in Canada to our community of practice application for coaches, hosted on Mighty Networks. A community of practice is a group of people who share a common interest, concern, or set of problems, and who come together to learn and share information. Biathlon Canada’s community of practice is a space to share details about upcoming events, coach and officials development, applications, as well as a place to connect on topics for coaches, officials, and administrators.

Community of Practice