Since posting on social media a reminder about the requirement to have met the qualifying standards for Nationals 2027 by the close of registration, which is November 16, 2026, we have received indications that the announcement made via email to all members in February of this year to that effect was either not sufficiently clear or that the timing that it implied did not fully register in everyone's minds. Time has a habit of flowing by rather swiftly and February seems a lo

This year there are three meets within a two month span that tap into overlapping pools of athletes. The options for Masters Athletes are primarily impacted, with Masters Worlds falling in this three-meet-spread. To this end, the deadline for IPF Masters Worlds 2026 in Reno, Nevada has been moved to May 20, 2026. This is the same deadline as for the Commonwealth Championships in Winnipeg. The intention is to allow lifters to know in a more timely fashion which team or teams

Canada Powerlifting is committed to developing safe, evidence-based, and impactful coaching education that supports athletes at every stage of their powerlifting journey. As we expand our national coaching program, we are seeking knowledgeable, enthusiastic Learning Facilitators to deliver high-quality training to coaches across the country. If you are interested in applying, please see the Job Ads attached. Questions can be directed to Ryan Fowler, Canada Powerlifting Master

REVISED Statement on IPF Article 14 Canadian Powerlifting Union (CPU) In 2024, we issued a position statement on Article 14. Since that...

In 2022, the CPU tried an adjusted schedule for Nationals. After evaluating this trial calendar and upon recommendation of the...

Updated as of October 31, 2023