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Upcoming Events

Only confirmed events with open registrations are posted here. To see the full list of events for the current season, see OWA Calendar.  

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NOTE: When planning competitions, it is important to consider the flexibility to scale event schedules and participant limits. Competitions may extend to additional days, such as Friday or Sunday, to accommodate larger athlete pools or optimize event timing. Similarly, athlete caps can be increased or decreased based on registration trends, ensuring that the event remains manageable and aligns with logistical and operational goals.

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Refund requests made after this 48‑hour period will not be accepted unless an alternative deadline is explicitly provided.

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To be added to a waitlist for a full competition, please contact competition@onweightlifting.ca
or info@onweightlifting.ca.

July 11th, 2026

2026 Generations Open

LOCATION - CrossFit Connection, Harrington Court, Burlington, ON, Canada
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Registration Deadline: June 28, 2026

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Registration Price: $95​

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DESCRIPTION
 

Burlington Barbell Club is excited to host their first competition in 2026 with the Generations Open. Bringing new and experienced lifters together of all ages, this competition aims to showcase the incredible diversity weightlifting has in our community, and the sports ability to impact so many groups of people in a positive way!

 

LOCATION

Located in Burlington, Ontario, Burlington Barbell (CrossFit Connection) offers an excellent competition environment for athletes, coaches, and spectators alike. The facility features ample on-site parking, spacious training and competition areas, and change room facilities for participants. Conveniently situated near major highways, the venue is surrounded by a variety of hotels, restaurants, and other amenities, making it an ideal location for athletes travelling from across Ontario and beyond.

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COMPETITION RULES

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20kg rules enforced - NO

ALL weigh in rules enforced - YES

Qualifying Totals required - NO

Technical Meeting - YES

Allowed to switch class day of comp - NO

TO Training Opportunity - YES

Age Groups - OPEN - ALL

WEIGHT CLASSES - IWF + OWA TCR

MEMBERSHIP LEVEL - ALL

COACHING LEVEL - OPEN

ALLOW CJ with no Snatch - YES

Spectator FEE - NONE

Open Photography - TBA

Singlet Required - FIRST YEAR ATHLETES EXEMPT

Hard Cap - NO

Youth Classes - YES​​​​​

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July 18th, 2026

2026 Mini/Young Hercules +

LOCATION - Christ Church, 39 Everett, Belleville, Ontario,K8P 3K1
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Registration Deadline: July 5, 2026

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Registration Price: $50​

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DESCRIPTION
 

The Mini / Young Hercules Competition is one of the only open Olympic weightlifting competitions in Ontario specifically designed to support the development of young athletes. This event provides a fun, competitive environment where developing lifters can gain valuable platform experience while competing against athletes in the same development bracket.


Athletes compete within their division against others in the same bracket, creating meaningful and age-appropriate competition.


Divisions include:


* Mini Hercules – Athletes 15 years old or younger (OWA Juvenile Division)

* Young Hercules – Athletes 17 years old or younger (OWA Youth Division)

* Hercules+ – Athletes 20 years old or younger (OWA Junior Division)

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Athletes may only medal in one division.


This competition is designed to give younger lifters an opportunity to compete in a supportive environment, build confidence on the platform, and continue progressing through the OWA athlete development pathway.

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LOCATION

Located in Burlington, Ontario, Burlington Barbell (CrossFit Connection) offers an excellent competition environment for athletes, coaches, and spectators alike. The facility features ample on-site parking, spacious training and competition areas, and change room facilities for participants. Conveniently situated near major highways, the venue is surrounded by a variety of hotels, restaurants, and other amenities, making it an ideal location for athletes travelling from across Ontario and beyond.

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COMPETITION RULES

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20kg rules enforced - NO

ALL weigh in rules enforced - YES

Qualifying Totals required - NO

Technical Meeting - NO

Allowed to switch class day of comp - YES

TO Training Opportunity - YES

Age Groups - OPEN - JUNIOR ONLY

WEIGHT CLASSES - 2026 IWF CATEGORIES

MEMBERSHIP LEVEL - ALL

COACHING LEVEL - OPEN

ALLOW CJ with no Snatch - YES

Spectator FEE - NONE

Open Photography - TBA

Singlet Required - FIRST YEAR ATHLETES EXEMPT

Hard Cap - YES - 30 to 40 athletes

Youth Classes - YES​​​​​

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Upcoming Events

July 11th, 2026 - 2026 Generations Open, CrossFit Connection (Burlington Barbell)

July 18th, 2026 - Mini/Young Hercules +, Belleville Ontario​​

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