Jef, Author at Athletics Alberta

In Memoriam – Philip Booth

With great sadness, the family of Phil Booth announces his passing on September 20, 2025, at the age of 79. Phil is survived by his partner Irene; children: Kerry (Ray), […]

Posted on October 20, 2025October 24, 2025

In Memoriam – James “Gord” Lindsay

Celebrating the incredible life of James “Gord” Lindsay, beloved husband, father, coach, teacher, and The Voice of Alberta Track & Field. For over 45 years, Gord inspired athletes across Canada […]

Posted on September 10, 2025September 10, 2025

Fairness and Safety in Sport Policy – UPDATE

In response to the Fairness and Safety in Sport Act (formerly Bill 29), recently enacted by the Government of Alberta. Effective September 1, 2025, Athletics Alberta has implemented the Fairness and […]

Posted on September 1, 2025September 10, 2025

Updated Dec 11 – What we know for our sport re AHS restrictions update Dec 8, 2020

Dec 11, 2020 Update As promised, we have some further clarity from AHS for our sport regarding Dec 8’s restrictions. In summary, outdoor group physical activity, including team sports, must […]

Posted on December 9, 2020April 1, 2021

Updated Nov 30, 2020 – Announcement re AHS Enhanced Restrictions Nov 24, 2020

Update Sunday, Nov 30, 2020 Saturday new guidelines were released from AHS that allow groups of 10 persons or less to be training outside in a group. So, while initially […]

Posted on November 27, 2020April 1, 2021

Announcement re AHS restrictions Nov 12, 2020

As you may know, yesterday AHS made an announcement regarding a 14 day shut down of sports across our province. As a consequence, a number of our sports facilities have […]

Posted on November 13, 2020April 1, 2021

Foundations of Coaching Modules – Nov/Dec 2020

Athletics Alberta will be offering the following online Foundations of Coaching modules: November 24, 2020 (7:30 – 9:00pm) Role of the Coach & Safety Instructor: Sean Baynton Registration: https://www.trackie.com/online-registration/register/foundations-of-coaching-module-1/467801/ November 26, […]

Posted on November 12, 2020April 1, 2021

Congratulations to our 2021 CAPP Athletes

We are so very proud of all of our athletes. Take a look at the list of our incredible athletes receiving CAPP support. GO TEAM!! Athletics Canada (AC) runs a […]

Posted on October 22, 2020April 1, 2021

2020 Indoor Season Update

As you know, we are currently in Phase 2 of our guidelines. We are in the process of developing Indoor Season and Cross Country guidelines. While we keep our eye on […]

Posted on October 9, 2020April 1, 2021

Our Grassroots Programs: Minilegends and R-Series

Part of Athletics Alberta’s mission as an organization is to provide grassroots programming – programming that allows children and novice athletes the chance to participate and compete in our sport. […]

Posted on October 8, 2020April 1, 2021

Staff Announcement

As of September 18, 2020, Brad Babiak is no longer with Athletics Alberta. Overall technical direction and program management will be handled by the Programs Committee on an interim basis […]

Posted on September 18, 2020April 1, 2021

NOC Back to Track Guidelines – August 2020

The National Officials Committee Back to Track guidelines are available for your review and use. Take a look! Back to Track NOC Document V3

Posted on August 31, 2020April 1, 2021