World Triathlon

Visa Information

Visa is required to enter Canada from many countries in the Americas.  To determine which country requires a visa please visit:
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.html

How to obtain a visa:

Request an invitation to compete from Coleen Majeau at Coleen@triedmonton.com; Phone Number: + 780 702 2001.

Contact your nearest Canadian Embassy at least 2 months in advance. The embassies are usually located in the capital cities. Please go to http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/gtc/Going_To_Canada-en.asp for a complete list of all Canadian Embassies in the Americas.

If you are planning to compete in the Vancouver junior event on June 10th please make sure you request a visa that will cover the entire stay.

There is also an event in Brampton Ontario the weekend following Edmonton.  If you wish to participate in this you should ensure the visa is valid for all three events.  When making your request for an invitation please let us know if you are planning to race all three events.

INSURANCE

All athletes must have their own travel and medical insurance.

The race medical insurance will cover accidents during the race.

Ambulance service will be covered in the park, but ambulance transportation to the nearest hospital will be charged to the athlete’s medical insurance.      
 
  
Proof of insurance will be requested on registration.