Canadian Cycling Association’S Journey Through the Past 12 Months
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CCaannaaddiiaann CCyycclliinngg AAssssoocciiaattiioonn 2010 Annual Meeting Report 2010 ANNUAL MEETING REPORT INDEX Page 1.1 Introduction ……………………………………………………………………… 3 1.2 President’s Report ……………………………………………………………… 5 1.3 CEO’s Report …………………………………………………………………… 6 1.4 Finance & Administration ……………………………………………………… 7 1.5 High Performance Programs …………………………………………………. 10 1.6 Domestic Program Development …………………………………………….. 12 1.7 Business Development & Communication …………………………………… 14 1.8 Results …………………………………………………………………………… 15 TARA WHITTEN 2010 WORLD CHAMPION – OMNIUM - POINTS RACE 2010 Annual Meeting Report Page 2 sur 16 2010 ANNUAL MEETING REPORT 1.1 Introduction As was the case last year the intent of this report is to inform the membership and other stakeholders of activities and significant results achieved since the last Annual Meeting in October of 2009. The feedback received last year was that the report was helpful to the AGM delegates and provided a resource to share with their stakeholders. Each year brings with it challenges and opportunities that are unique and require substantial commitment of time and resources to process and, where warranted, implement action plans that meet the mission and vision of the CCA. With a positive momentum in our high performance programs and strong participation and leadership within the Interprovincial Council a good amount of collaboration has taken place over the past year to the benefit of the CCA and the affiliated Provincial and Territorial associations. Looking back on the time since our 2009 Annual Meeting in PEI we have seen the growth of discussion on points of common interest including; sport specific LTAD, membership licensing and data management, the opportunities vested in CAN-BIKE, development of coaches and officials and the development of opportunities for more athletes to participate in national programs under more favourable conditions. We have continuing challenges in some of these areas but the communication and dialogue makes for a good foundation to solve these matters to best serve our members and drive the development of our sport. As was the case in the 2009 report, this 2010 version will provide an overview of the past year from the Board and management perspectives, a review of the main program thrusts in the high performance, development and business development areas and a comparative financial overview that will set out the year over year progress in this area. Board of Directors & Committee Members The association is fortunate to have the experience, expertise and passion of an outstanding group of volunteers that provide leadership, advice and support in many key areas. They are listed below to acknowledge their contribution and service to the CCA. • CCA Board John Tolkamp President Vancouver, BC Aaron Hershoff Director-at-Large Toronto, ON Bill Kinash Director-at-Large Regina, SK Daniel Manibal Director-at-Large Montreal, QC Mike Sarnecki Director-at-Large Edmonton, AB Steve Rover Director-at-Large Lac-Megantic, QC Sue Palmer Komar NT Athletes Representative Hamilton, ON • High Performance Committee Luc Arseneau Chair Dominique Perras Development Team Representative Denise Kelly National Team Program Representative Brian Cowie AWAD Program Representative Andrew Pinfold National Team Athlete Representative Jacques Landry Chief Technical Officer 2010 Annual Meeting Report Page 3 sur 16 2010 ANNUAL MEETING REPORT • Officials’ Committee Louise Lalonde Chair Fred Seeman MTB Representative Wayne Pomario Road & Track Representative Martin Sharp BMX Representative Mathieu Boucher Director, Development • Events Committee Kevin MacCuish Chair Sylvain Richard Road & Track Representative Adam Muys BMX Representative Martin Simard MTB Representative Mathieu Boucher Director, Development • Insurance Committee Mike Sarnecki CCA Board Member Keith Ryan Cycling BC Chief Executive Officer Heather Lothian Alberta Cycling Association Executive Director Jim Crosscombe Ontario Cycling Association Executive Director Brett Stewart Director, Finance & Administration 2010 Annual Meeting Report Page 4 sur 16 2010 ANNUAL MEETING REPORT 1.2 President’s Message By: John Tolkamp, CCA President Stability and excitement - these are two bookends which leap to mind as one reflects on the Canadian Cycling Association’s journey through the past 12 months. Stability is from the structure and staff which we put in place in 2009 continuing and delivering as planned. Stability is from the continued funding from our most important partners, Sport Canada and Podium. Also, stability as gained by an improving balance sheet. Excitement is in that we’ve seen improving and phenomenal world class performances from our athletes who engaged the nation as evidenced by Tara Whitten’s double gold at the World Championships and Ryder Hesjedal’s unexpected and magical three week run at the Tour de France. Excitement is from Canada hosting four major world class events; two Pro Tour Road events and the Para Road World Championships (Baie Comeau) and Mountain Bike World Championships (Mont-Ste-Anne). Leveraging this excitement, and with the support of the event organizers, we put VIP events in place at the Mountain Bike World Championships and Pro Tour events. Guided by our new Business Development resources, the VIP events will be an opening for developing corporate partners critical to expanding and diversifying our funding base. On the policy front the Board approved a significant change which restructured the Athletes’ Council to include male and female representation from each of the five Olympic and Paralympic sports. The Board also approved the adoption of a new policy on charitable giving. A risk registry was developed as a result of a two day Risk Management workshop attended by representatives of the CCA and Provincial cycling organizations. The workshop was facilitated by the Centre for Sport & Law and represents the concerns that the participants had with respect to areas of risk exposure or opportunities that should not be missed. There will be a further synthesis of the risk registry which will then be shared with the CCA’s Provincial and Territorial affiliates. 2010 also saw the CCA Board’s formation of the first Board Advisory Council. Ten diverse high profile individuals were appointed to the Advisory Council, generously volunteering their time. This Advisory Council will not only bring new perspectives and advice to the Board, but also builds links to industry, media, trade teams and future business development opportunities. Several years back the Board sought to develop a national level response to the doping issues in cycling and this year saw us launch the “Race Clean Own Your Victory” program. Across national cycling federations globally, we take pride in being leaders in this effort and it is especially satisfying to see that the message is positive in tone and our National Team athletes are engaged in delivering the message. The Board also agreed to take steps to have the Canadian Cycling Association become a True Sport organization whose members across Canada are committed to sport that’s healthy, fair, inclusive, and fun. In reflecting on our relationships with the Provinces and Territories I would also like to recognize that the Interprovincial Council (IPC) is becoming more efficient and effective and acknowledge Ron Brown and Jim Crosscombe for their leadership. The IPC provides a venue for valuable collaboration with our key stakeholders. On a personal front I wish to express my sincere thanks to Greg our CEO, the association staff and the Board for their continued support and commitment. I continue to be honored to serve as President of the CCA, and look forward to continuing to improve and grow not only our national organization but the whole sport of cycling in Canada. Yours in Cycling, John Tolkamp, President 2010 Annual Meeting Report Page 5 sur 16 2010 ANNUAL MEETING REPORT 1.3 CEO’s Message By: Greg Mathieu, Chief Executive Officer/Secretary General This report is an opportunity to step back from the current activities of the CCA and reflect upon the period since the 2009 Annual General Meeting in PEI. With the collaboration of our Provincial and Territorial affiliates and the guidance and support of the CCA Board and Program Committees, the association has moved forward positively over the past year in many areas. I would like to recognize the three Program Committees of the CCA; High Performance chaired by Luc Arseneau, Officials chaired by Louise Lalonde and Events chaired by Kevin MacCuish. Each of these committees have contributed countless hours towards giving direction, guidance and support to the various CCA programs and activities and advancing the association’s planning and delivery of high performance and development programs. The Ad Hoc Anti-doping Working Group completed their work with the launch of the Race Clean anti-doping promotion program. This program has become part of the CCA brand at National Championships, on National Team jerseys, on our website and, most importantly, advocated by many of our top cyclists. Geoff Kabush, who has invested considerable time in the program and its messages, led a session with Junior riders at the National XC MTB Championships in Canmore. Our thanks to the FQSC for their agreement to allow their “Roulez Gagnant au Naturel” program to partner with Race Clean in delivering the anti-doping message. With the retirement of veteran organizer Daniel Manibal from women’s road race organizing Canada lost three high level events; the Montréal World Cup, Le Tour de Grande Montréal and the Tour de PEI. Through the cooperation of the UCI and the substantial organizational efforts of the City of Gatineau we were able to host a women’s 1.2 road race early in the 2010 season. As the flame was extinguished for the highly successful Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games the focus moved to summer sports and their potential for high level success in London in 2012. The CCA Board has supported me taking a leadership role as Co-chair of the Summer Sport Caucus which is working with the COC and Own the Podium to enhance Canada’s medal potential at the London Olympic Games.