What is the role of a commissaire in Canadian cycling?

Cycling Canada's 2026 Companion Guide describes a National, Elite National or UCI International Commissaire as an expert serving cycling who ensures races are held in the best possible conditions and acts as an ambassador of Cycling Canada and the UCI at races held under its auspices.

A commissaire ensures the smooth running of races in ethical and sporting terms by making sure National and UCI rules are applied uniformly before, during and after the race. Because some parts of the job go beyond the rules, Elite National and International Commissaires must be able to command respect in any situation and act as mediator between everyone involved in cycling.

Commissaires are at the centre of the sporting action in all cycling disciplines and provide an essential service to the cycling community.

Source: https://cyclingcanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Companion-Guide-2026_EN-FOR-CCOC-REVIEW.pdf