What technical team and officiating levels does a national championship need?
Rule- Canada
- Triathlon Canada
- Triathlon
- Technical officials
- All ages
- 2026
- Officials
The handbook sets these target teams (leaders plus technical team) for national championships:
| Event | Leaders | Technical team | Sector chiefs | Sector assistants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elite National Championship (includes Junior, U23, Para) | 3 | 15 to 17 | 10 (PTO2+) | 7 (PTO+) |
| Combined Elite and Age Group Nationals | 4 | 15 to 17 | 10 (PTO2+) | 7 (PTO+) |
| Large Age Group Nationals (standard or sprint) | 3 | 10 to 12 | 6 (PTO2+) | 6 (PTO+) |
| Small Age Group Nationals (cross or winter triathlon) | 2 | 4 | 4 (PTO+) | none listed |
Leaders are the Technical Delegate (NTO or higher), the Assistant Technical Delegate (NTO or higher, not listed at small age group nationals) and the Head Referee (NTO or higher). The Combined event has two Technical Delegates, one for Elite and one for Age Group. Teams should not exceed these sizes without a clear rationale, and variations for course layout or layered competitions are decided case by case.
Source: https://www.triathloncanada.com/wp-content/uploads/2026_Technical-Officials-Handbook_FINAL_EN.pdf
Added 25 Oct 2026