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World-class professional development, certification pathways, and coaching education for every level of the sport.
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Beyond
the Watch.
Coaching is more than the time on the clock — it's mentorship, advocacy, and the next generation of Canadian swimming.
- Members
- 3,000+
- Reach
- Coast to Coast
- Founding Year
- 1966
What CSCA Does
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A national voice for coaching excellence — advocating for coaches, shaping policy, and connecting the profession.
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Honouring outstanding coaching contributions through national awards, the Hall of Fame, and daily recognition programs.
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CSCA Announces Participants for the 2026 International Women in Coaching Mentorship Program
Thirty emerging female coaches selected from coast to coast.
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Race just one hurdle Chantique Carey-Payne overcame as a coach
From competitive swimmer to nationally recognized coach — her story.
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Jacky Beckford Henriques and Karin Browne work to break down barriers for Black swimmers
Two coaches driving inclusion in the sport they love.
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National Conference Highlights: Innovation on the Pool Deck
Key takeaways from 400 coaches across every province.
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PD Calendar 2026: Over 40 Workshops Now Open for Registration
In-person and virtual options across all coaching levels.
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Coach of the Month: Marcus Tremblay, Ottawa Swim Club
Developing elite youth talent for over a decade in the nation's capital.
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Mentorship Cohort 2026 Kicks Off with Record Enrollment
85 coach-mentor pairs matched nationally for the coming season.
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Para-Swimming Classification Workshop Now Available Online
Free 3-module course for CSCA members in partnership with Swimming Canada.
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New Open Water Coaching Certification Launches Spring 2026
Eight-week pathway accredited through the Coaching Association of Canada.
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Athlete Welfare Symposium: What Every Coach Needs to Know
Safe sport frameworks, updated concussion protocols, and duty of care.
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Featured Program
International Women in Coaching Mentorship Program
CSCA's flagship initiative connecting emerging female coaches with experienced mentors across Canada. Applications open annually — join a cohort shaping the future of the sport.
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Coach of the Day
Sarah Ouellet-Bergeron
Certified Level III coach. Serving athletes across Québec for over 18 seasons.
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