Do you know someone in the cycling community who goes above and beyond? Now is your chance to recognize their dedication, passion, and impact on our sport.
As the summer season winds down, we invite Ontario Cycling members to celebrate the individuals and groups who embody the values of sportsmanship, leadership, dedication, determination, respect, and excellence. With so many deserving members across the province, we want to hear from you!
Nomination Opportunities
Ontario Cycling members have four award categories to nominate outstanding individuals or groups for their contributions to the sport.
When submitting a nomination, please provide detailed information highlighting achievements, results, and/or contributions made between October 1, 2024 and September 30, 2025 (with the exception of the Coach Recognition Award – see below). The Selection Committee will review all eligible submissions, so be specific in sharing why your nominee deserves recognition.
All nominations must be submitted by the relevant Nominating Group (see below chart), meet the requirements under the Eligibility Criteria, and include background information on the nominee’s credentials no later than 11:59pm ET October 19, 2025. For awards open to all OC members to nominate, a link is provided below to the relevant nomination form along with a description of each award.
Eligibility Criteria
Please be sure to review the Eligibility Criteria as well as each specific award’s description prior to nominating:
- Award recipients must be a current and valid* member of Ontario Cycling for the 2025 season.
- Note: Exceptions are the Volunteer of the Year Award and the NEW Community Spirit Award, which are open to non-member nominees.
- A member is defined as anyone who holds a current and valid (in good standing):
- OC issued UCI License
- OC issued Community, Challenge or Compete Membership
- The nomination must be based upon accomplishments between October 1st, 2024, and September 30th, 2025.
- Note: Exception is the Coach Recognition Award, which is based upon contributions made over the last 5 years.
- Nominations submitted without supporting details will not be considered
Key Dates
- Nomination Deadline: October 19, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET
- Recipient Notification: Late October
- Official Announcement: November 2025
Help us celebrate the people who make Ontario’s cycling community thrive. Submit your nomination today!
Awards Open to All Members to Nominate:
Recognition Award | Nominating Group | Eligible Recipient | Nomination Form Link |
Volunteer of the Year | 2025 OC Members | Anyone | |
Ryan Victor Griffin Award | 2025 OC Members | 2025 Valid OC Member – MTB Athlete | |
Coach Recognition | 2025 OC Members | 2025 Valid OC Member – NCCP Trained/Certified Coach | |
Community Spirit* | 2025 OC Members | Anyone |
*New Award
In addition to the above, Athletes of the Year and Commissaire of the Year will also be recognized. The nominees for these awards are nominated by specific nominating groups.
Awards Nominated by Specific Nominating Group
Recognition Award* | Nominating Group |
Commissaire of the Year | 2025 Ontario UCI Licensed Commissaires |
U17/Junior Road Athlete of the Year | OC High Performance Committee and Provincial Coaches |
U23/Elite Road Athlete of the Year | |
U17/Junior Mountain Bike Athlete of the Year | |
U23/Elite Mountain Bike Athlete of the Year | |
U17/Junior Cyclo-cross Athlete of the Year | |
U23/Elite Cyclo-cross Athlete of the Year | |
U17/Junior Track Athlete of the Year | |
U23/Elite Track Athlete of the Year | |
Tim DaSilva BMX Athlete of the Year | |
Para-Cycling Athlete of the Year |
*NOTE: Nominators cannot be family members or related to the individual they are nominating
Please see below details of each award:
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Description:
This award recognizes an individual who has freely contributed their time, talents, and energy to elevating the sport of cycling within the province. The award is presented to the individual who exemplifies passion, respect, dedication and commitment to the cycling community at large in any capacity over the past season. The nominee for this award need not be a member of Ontario Cycling.
RYAN VICTOR GRIFFIN AWARD
Description:
This award is given to a MTB athlete who consistently displays all the characteristics that Ryan showed throughout his life: dedication, hard work, consistently going above and beyond expectations, always willing to step in and help others and give back, as well as showing perseverance and resiliency. The recipient also will have demonstrated a desire to actively participate and support as many Ontario events as possible.
COACH RECOGNITION AWARD
Description:
This award recognizes an individual who demonstrates commitment to the highest standards of coaching as it relates to leadership, professionalism, health and safety, and respect and integrity [NCCP values]. The individual is seen as someone who has made a positive contribution to athlete development, made efforts to promote the sport of cycling, or has been a mentor to other coaches in the community. The chosen individual will be seen as successful in their ability to motivate, improve athlete skills/confidence/abilities, support in success and failure, and create a positive and safe training environment.
Supporting information for the nomination of this award should be based upon any contributions made over the last 5 years. Nominators are expected to provide sufficient background and supporting information for the individual they are nominating with testimonials, examples of how the nominee has met the criteria below.
COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARD **NEW AWARD**
Description:
This award recognizes those whose actions reflect the best of our cycling community. Through generosity, courage, and care for others, the recipient has shown that cycling is more than competition — it is connection. From athletes helping fellow riders in need, to parents, organizers, or supporters stepping up when it matters most, this award celebrates individuals or groups who elevate the entire community through their example.
COMMISSAIRE OF THE YEAR AWARD
Description:
This award recognizes an active Ontario Cycling Commissaire on the basis of their achievement of excellence, at the Provincial level. The award is presented to the individual who demonstrates the highest commitment to the values of sport and fair play, as well as the highest standards of officiating professionalism and integrity. This individual has made a positive contribution and impact on the sport of cycling in Ontario and is recognized by their peers as a valuable member, mentor, and resource to the sport of cycling.
The nominee must have been an active Commissaire over each of the past three years, with at least one Ontario assignment during the current season (UCI, National or Provincial), and have not won the award in the previous two years.
ATHLETE OF THE YEAR AWARDS
U17/JUNIOR ROAD ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
This award is presented to an athlete in either the U17 or Junior age categories that competed in National and/or International UCI sanctioned road events this season. The athlete must have had significant results achieved in high-level competitions, while also demonstrating strong character, sportsmanship, and leadership in all areas of cycling.
The Selection Committee will use the below event criteria (with results in tier 1 events being more heavily weighted than tier 2) when determining the recipient of the award.
Items listed below apply to Road events only:
Tier 1 | Tier 2 |
Junior World Championships | National/Domestic Road Events |
UCI Sanctioned Events (Ex. Junior Nations Cups) | Ontario Provincial Championships |
National Championships | Ontario Cups |
*Additional events outside those listed above may be considered.
U23/ELITE ROAD ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
This award is presented to an athlete in either the U23/Elite age categories that competed in National and/or International UCI sanctioned Road events this season. The athlete must have had significant results achieved in high-level competitions, while also demonstrating strong character, sportsmanship, and leadership in all areas of cycling.
The Selection Committee will use the below event criteria (with results in tier 1 events being more heavily weighted than tier 2) when determining the recipient of the award.
Items listed below apply to Road events only:
Tier 1 | Tier 2 |
Olympic Games | UCI Sanctioned Events (Non-Team Canada representation) |
World Championships | National Championships |
UCI World Tour Events | Provincial Championships |
UCI Sanctioned Events (representing Team Canada) | Ontario Cups |
*Additional events outside those listed above may be considered.
U17/JUNIOR MOUNTAIN BIKE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
This award is presented to an athlete in either the U17 or Junior age categories that competed in National and/or International UCI sanctioned Mountain Bike events this season. The athlete must have had significant results achieved in high-level competitions, while also demonstrating strong character, sportsmanship, and leadership in all areas of cycling.
The Selection Committee will use the below event criteria (with results in tier 1 events being more heavily weighted than tier 2) when determining the recipient of the award.
Items listed below apply to Mountain Bike events only:
Tier 1 | Tier 2 |
Junior World Championships | Canada Cups |
UCI Sanctioned Events | Provincial Championships |
National Championships | Ontario Cups |
*Additional events outside those listed above may be considered.
U23/ELITE MOUNTAIN BIKE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
U23/Elite Mountain Bike Athlete of the Year
This award is presented to an athlete in either the U23/Elite age categories that competed in National and/or International UCI sanctioned Mountain Bike events this season. The athlete must have had significant results achieved in high-level competitions, while also demonstrating strong character, sportsmanship, and leadership in all areas of cycling.
The Selection Committee will use the below event criteria (with results in tier 1 events being more heavily weighted than tier 2) when determining the recipient of the award.
Items listed below apply to Mountain Bike events only:
Tier 1 | Tier 2 |
Olympic Games | National Championships |
MTB World Championships | Canada Cups |
World Cups | Provincial Championships |
| Ontario Cups |
*Additional events outside those listed above may be considered.
U17//JUNIOR CYCLO-CROSS ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
U17/Junior Cyclo-Cross Athlete of the Year
This award is presented to an athlete in either the U17 or Junior age categories that competed in National and/or International UCI sanctioned Cyclo-Cross events this season. The athlete must have had significant results achieved in high-level competitions, while also demonstrating strong character, sportsmanship, and leadership in all areas of cycling.
The Selection Committee will use the below event criteria (with results in tier 1 events being more heavily weighted than tier 2) when determining the recipient of the award.
Items listed below apply to Cyclo-Cross events only:
Tier 1 | Tier 2 |
Junior World Championships | National/Domestic Cyclo-Cross Events |
UCI Sanctioned Events | Provincial Championships |
National Championships | Ontario Cups |
*Additional events outside those listed above may be considered.
U23/ELITE CYCLO-CROSS ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
U23/Elite Cyclo-Cross Athlete of the Year
This award is presented to an athlete in either the U23/Elite age categories that competed in National and/or International UCI sanctioned Cyclo-Cross events this season. The athlete must have had significant results achieved in high-level competitions, while also demonstrating strong character, sportsmanship, and leadership in all areas of cycling.
The Selection Committee will use the below event criteria (with results in tier 1 events being more heavily weighted than tier 2) when determining the recipient of the award.
Items listed below apply to Cyclo-Cross events only:
Tier 1 | Tier 2 |
World Championships | UCI Sanctioned Events |
World Cups | National Championships |
| National/Domestic Cyclo-Cross Events |
| Provincial Championships |
| Ontario Cups |
*Additional events outside those listed above may be considered.
U17/JUNIOR TRACK ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
U17/Junior Track Athlete of the Year
This award is presented to an athlete in either the U17 or Junior age categories that competed in National and/or International UCI sanctioned Track events this season. The athlete must have had significant results achieved in high-level competitions, while also demonstrating strong character, sportsmanship, and leadership in all areas of cycling.
The Selection Committee will use the below event criteria (with results in tier 1 events being more heavily weighted than tier 2) when determining the recipient of the award.
Items listed below apply to Track events only:
Tier 1 | Tier 2 |
Junior World Championships | Provincial Championships |
UCI Sanctioned Events | Ontario Cups |
National Championships |
|
*Additional events outside those listed above may be considered.
U23/ELITE TRACK ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
This award is presented to an athlete in either the U23/Elite age categories that competed in National and/or International UCI sanctioned Track events this season. The athlete must have had significant results achieved in high-level competitions, while also demonstrating strong character, sportsmanship, and leadership in all areas of cycling.
The Selection Committee will use the below event criteria (with results in tier 1 events being more heavily weighted than tier 2) when determining the recipient of the award.
Items listed below apply to Track events only:
Tier 1 | Tier 2 |
Olympic Games | National Championships |
World Championships | Provincial Championships |
Nations Cup | Ontario Cups |
Champions League |
|
*Additional events outside those listed above may be considered.
Tim DaSilva BMX ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
Tim DaSilva BMX Athlete of the Year
This award is presented to a rider that encompasses everything that Tim DaSilva was: dedicated, passionate, great attitude, always giving back, a natural leader, and a man with integrity. The award is presented to a BMX athlete who competed in both National and/or International UCI sanctioned BMX events and achieved significant results in either of these competition levels.
The Selection Committee will use the below event criteria (with results in tier 1 events being more heavily weighted than tier 2) when determining the recipient of the award.
Items listed below apply to BMX events only:
Tier 1 | Tier 2 |
Olympic Games | Canada Cups |
World Championships (Junior, U23, Elite) | Provincial Championships |
BMX World Cups |
|
National Championships |
|
*Additional events outside those listed above may be considered.
PARA-CYCLING ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
Para-Cycling Athlete of the Year
This award is presented to a para-athlete in either that competed in National and/or International UCI sanctioned events this season. The athlete must have had significant results achieved in high-level competitions, while also demonstrating strong character, sportsmanship, and leadership in all areas of cycling.
The Selection Committee will use the below event criteria (with results in tier 1 events being more heavily weighted than tier 2) when determining the recipient of the award.
Items listed below apply to Para-Cycling events only:
Tier 1 | Tier 2 |
Paralympic Games | National Championships |
World Championships | Ontario Provincial Champion |
UCI Para-cycling Road World Cups |
|
*Additional events outside those listed above may be considered.
