Canadian Weightlifting Federation
Haltérophile Canadienne (CWFHC)

The Canadian Weightlifting Federation is dedicated to the promotion and development of Olympic Weightlifting in Canada. We will do so in a spirit of equity and fair play, while at the same time encouraging a fit for life philosophy.

2021 Markers and Team Selection Criteria

CWFHC has outlined the team selection criteria and Markers for the May 1, 2021 – April 30, 2022 time period.

Welcome to Our New Website

Welcome to our newly designed website. CWFHC has worked hard with Epic Branding & Design to provide you with a user-friendly and informative site. We will continue to update content and respond to your requests. Please contact us if you find errors in the information listed on the website.

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February 23, 2021

CWFHC Partnership with Virus International

CWFHC and Virus International are proud to announce a formal partnership with each other. After a competitive RFP process, Virus was selected by CWFHC to be the "Official Apparel Provider" for our organization. CWFHC have announced sportswear manufacturer Virus International as the Official Apparel Supplier for the Federation. Virus International was selected after a competitive...

February 05, 2021

2020 Senior Pan American Championship Team

Congratulations to the following athletes who were named to our 2020 Pan American Championship Team. This is an event that was rescheduled from last year. It is currently scheduled for April 17-25 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Head over to our teams page to read more about the athletes. Maude Charron Kristel Ngarlem Maya Laylor...

January 15, 2021

Commonwealth Rankings

Congratulations to all of our athletes that are listed on the attached Commonwealth Rankings. Also attached are the most recent versions of Commonwealth records. With the upcoming Commonwealth Games in 2022 in Birmingham, we look forward to seeing these results transfer to the podium! 2020 Commonwealth Rankings Commonwealth records as at 31 Dec 2020

COVID-19

Learn more about how to practice safe weightlifting and our return to sport plans.

Safe Sport

Everyone has the right to participate in a safe and inclusive training and competitive environment that is free of abuse, harassment or discrimination. Contact the Canadian Sport Helpline: 1-888-837-7678

New to Weightlifting

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The CWFHC is thrilled to announce that VIRUS International has been selected as our Official Apparel Supplier. Virus International was selected after a competitive RFP process where multiple suppliers provided a response to our requirements. Virus will supply a variety of items for our National Team Athletes and will also work closely with us on a design for Olympic singlets. CWFHC will conduct sales of apparel on a quarterly basis for all that are interested that will be branded with our CWFHC logo. If you are interested in purchasing their product without the branding, please use this link to start your order as there is a special discount code https://virusintl.com/discount/CWFHC10We are thrilled to be working with Virus. Their attention to detail and collaborative spirit has resulted in a great quality and selection of products for our teams. https://weightliftingcanada.ca/cwfhc-partnership-with-virus-international/ ... See MoreSee Less

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La CWFHC est ravie d'annoncer que VIRUS International a été choisi comme fournisseur officiel de vêtements. Virus International a été sélectionné à l'issue d'un processus d'appel d'offres concurrentiel où plusieurs fournisseurs ont répondu à nos exigences. Virus fournira une variété d'articles pour nos athlètes de l'équipe nationale et travaillera également en étroite collaboration avec nous sur la conception des maillots olympiques. La CWFHC effectuera des ventes de vêtements sur une base trimestrielle pour tous ceux qui sont intéressés qui porteront notre logo CWFHC. Si vous souhaitez acheter leur produit sans la marque, veuillez utiliser ce lien pour commencer votre commande car il existe un code de réduction spécial https://virusintl.com/discount/CWFHC10Nous sommes ravis de travailler avec Virus. Leur souci du détail et leur esprit de collaboration se sont traduits par une grande qualité et une grande sélection de produits pour nos équipes.https://weightliftingcanada.ca/cwfhc-partnership-with-virus-international/ ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

NBWA & CWFHC Presents - Atlantic Online Pilot Course. NCCP Weightlifting Competition personne PNCE Les entraîneurs d’haltérophilie suivent une formation en ligne pendant la COVID 19. Ce sera le premier des trois projets pilotes prévus au Canada. Notre première inscription au cours sera en ligne sur Race Roster le 18 février, et nous accepterons jusqu’à 12 candidats. Le coût typique de ces cours est de 350$, mais avec ce projet pilote, nous offrons un rabais unique de 250$. La formation se déroulera sur zoom et commencera le dimanche 14 mars et le dimanche 21 mars avec un horaire de séances en personne lorsque les restrictions liées à la COVID-19 le permettront. N’attendez pas car sa ce remplisse rapidement. https://raceroster.com/events/2021/… ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

NBWA & CWFHC Presents - Atlantic Online Pilot CourseNCCP Weightlifting Competition Introduction Coaches & Weightlifting Instructor TrainingThe NBWA working with CWFHC and the Coaching Association of Canada has embarked on a Pilot Project to transition the in-person NCCP Weightlifting coaches training to an online format during Covid19. This will be the first of three scheduled pilots across Canada.Our first course registration will go live on Race Roster February 18, and we will be accepting up to 12 candidates.The typical cost for these courses are $350 but with this Pilot effort we are offering a one time pilot discount fee of $250.The training will run on zoom and will start Sunday March 14th and Sunday March 21st with an in-person session schedule when Covid restrictions permit.Don't wait we expect this to fill up fast.https://raceroster.com/events/2021/… ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

NBWA & CWFHC Presents - Atlantic Online Pilot CourseNCCP Weightlifting Competition Introduction Coaches & Weightlifting Instructor TrainingThe NBWA working with CWFHC and the Coaching Association of Canada has embarked on a Pilot Project to transition the in-person NCCP Weightlifting coaches training to an online format during Covid19. This will be the first of three scheduled pilots across Canada.Our first course registration will go live on Race Roster February 18, and we will be accepting up to 12 candidates.The typical cost for these courses are $350 but with this Pilot effort we are offering a one time pilot discount fee of $250.The training will run on zoom and will start Sunday March 14th and Sunday March 21st with an in-person session schedule when Covid restrictions permit.Don't wait we expect this to fill up fast.https://raceroster.com/events/2021/… ... See MoreSee Less

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Find a Weightlifting Club Near You

Olympic Weightlifting has representation in nearly every province in Canada, use this link to find a club near you.

Anti-Doping

The CWFHC works with the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) to administer the Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP).