Weightlifting Canada Haltérophilie Masters (WCHM) is the national organization that represents Canadian Masters Weightlifters. WCHM is not affiliated with WCH, however it is officially recognized by the International Masters Weightlifting Association (IMWA).
Participating in provincial and inter-provincial sanctioned weightlifting competitions, as well as WCH/WCHM sanctioned events may qualify WCHM members for the following:
- WCHM Awards (Canadian National Records, Canadian Masters Hall of Fame points and the President’s Attollo Award)
- approval to compete in the Canadian Masters Weightlifting Championships approval to compete at IMWA sanctioned events such as the IMWA World Championships and the Pan American Masters Championships
- WCHM members may also qualify for UMWF (United Masters Weightlifting Federation) and some USA Masters Weightlifting Inc. competitions.
National and International Masters Championships are not available to WCH and PSO members unless they are WCHM members. This means that Alberta masters athletes interested in competing at Canadian Masters Nationals or international masters competitions require a membership with both AWA and WCHM.
To support our masters athletes, AWA endeavours to coordinate and collaborate with WCHM, where possible including seeking pre-approval of AWA sanctioned competitions that can be used as qualifiers for WCHM and IMWA competitions We have outlined these in our season calendar.
For ease, we have also included anti-doping information below for WCHM Masters Athletes.
Anti-Doping Information for WCHM Masters Athletes
Testing and Results Management
Sanctions for Positive Tests
- Athletes who test positive and have exhausted all appeals may face ineligibility for WCHM membership for up to six years.
- Sanctioned athletes cannot participate in Canadian Masters Weightlifting Championships, international masters weightlifting championships, or WCHM member activities in Canada.
Provincial Considerations
- WCHM members are also subject to their Provincial Weightlifting Association's rules.
- Provincial associations may impose additional penalties under the CADP.
- WCHM informs the relevant Provincial Weightlifting Association of athlete sanctions before public announcement.
Important Notes
- WCHM does not make recommendations for further sanctions at the provincial level.
- Athletes suspended by Weightlifting Canada Haltérophilie (WCH) cannot be WCHM members during their suspension.
- Provincial-level sanctioning for WCHM or IMWA Masters Championship violations should be guided by WCH advice.
If you have any questions, consult with WCHM.
