Weightlifting Two of our members from Quebec, Manon Poulin and Michel Piétracupa ventured out to Abu Dhabi, and in early February participated in the 2026 IMGA (International Masters Games Association) World Masters Games Weightlifting Championships. Manon competed in the W60/69 kg category and was successful in all of her six attempts, winning a gold … Read more
Weightlifting and Sport Climbing Sport Climbing and Weightlifting share a powerful connection: both develop strength, control, confidence, and independence in athletes of all abilities. When promoted together, they create a uniquely effective pathway for physical development, cross-training, injury prevention, and long-term athlete participation. Weightlifting builds foundational strength—particularly in the legs, hips, core, and upper … Read more
2025 Board of Directors – Actions and Decisions 2nd Wednesday of the month WCHM President communicates via email to Board Members as a group at various times during the month on issues and topics of national concern. Discussion continues via email and virtually, when needed at any convenient time to Board members. Decisions are recorded … Read more
Laurie Armstrong is a remarkable newcomer to the masters weightlifting community, and his story is truly unique. Unlike many athletes in the older age categories who have spent decades competing, Laurie embarked on his weightlifting journey much later in life. His dedication and passion intrigued me, and I had the pleasure of meeting him at … Read more
IAIN DOUGLAS 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award Iain Douglas has been a dedicated member of the WCHM since 1989 and served as President from 1998 to 2008. He has witnessed, and been instrumental in, many of the significant developmental changes within our organization. Like many Masters weightlifters, Iain has often had to train by himself. However, … Read more
Hall of Fame 2025 This evening, I’m proud to induct two great athletes and worthy members into our Weightlifting Canada Masters Hall of Fame. Achieving this status takes a lot of commitment and participation in weightlifting competitions. Candidates must acquire 125 points total from competing in the Canadian Masters Weightlifting Championships, World level Championships, … Read more
2025 – A Special Year for the Canadian Masters Weightlifting Coach Awards 🇨🇦 The Canadian Masters Coach Award is presented every two years to a coach who has shown exceptional support for members of Weightlifting Canada Haltérophilie Masters (WCHM). Nominees are put forward by WCHM members, though they themselves do not need to be members. … Read more
2025 Canadian Masters Weightlifting Championships An amazing start to the Calgary Stampede The 2025 Canadian Masters Weightlifting Championships were recently held in Calgary, Alberta and hosted by the Alberta Weightlifting Association. The Genesis Centre in North East Calgary was well equipped to accommodate so many athletes and spectators. The AWA Organizing Committee, under the … Read more
If you’ve been around weightlifting for any length of time, you know that there are a lot of rules, regulations, and policies. A lot of them. You also know that they change on a fairly regular basis. In fact, they change so often they are difficult to keep up with. We have made the decision not … Read more
Mission statement of the Canadian Masters Weightlifting Organization: this organization is dedicated to the promotion and development of Masters Olympic Weightlifting in Canada and shall represent the interests of Canadian Master Weightlifters. It will do so in a spirit of equity and fair play, while at the same time encouraging a fit-for-life philosophy.
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