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AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE REGARDING REMS
TO OUR VALUED MEMBERS
As most club applications have been vetted and approved (83 clubs), you are becoming familiar with the Swimming Canada Registration and Event Management System. Please know that we are profoundly aware of the many issues occurring as club registrars endeavour to register swimmers, coaches and officials. We are doing our very best to provide both Swimming Canada’s resources and information, as well as taking the time to generate and support that messaging with Swim BC information.
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Swim BC Volunteer Contribution Award
Do you know a dedicated volunteer in the swimming community?
Swim BC wants to hear from you!
Swim BC is now accepting nominations for the Volunteer of the Year award for review by the Awards Committee.
2024 Junior Pan Pacs
British Columbia swimmers have been showcasing their talent and dedication on the global platform in Canberra, Australia. The 2024 Junior Pan Pacs commenced today in Canberra, Australia, with five BC swimmers representing four different BC clubs. Marc Tremblay was selected as a team coach to accompany and guide the Canadian team.
Dr. Jeremy Bagshaw: The journey of a BC-raised swimmer, from medical school in Ireland to the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
We are proud to share the inspiring journey of Doctor Jeremy Bagshaw. He was born in Singapore, spent his early childhood in Indonesia, and later relocated with his family to Victoria. He studied at St. Michael’s University School and received training at Island Swimming, where he swam with UVic alumnus and Olympian Ryan Cochrane.
2024 Speedo Canadian Swimming Championships Wrap Up
Swim BC congratulates all swimmers and coaches competing and excelling at the 2024 Speedo Canadian Swimming Championships. We also pass along our profound thanks to all the supportive parents, clubs and officials who made the swimmers dreams of attending the 2024 Speedo Canadian Swimming Championships a reality.
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Strong Contingent of BC Swimmers to compete at the Speedo Canadian Swimming Championships
The Speedo Canadian Swimming Championships kicks off July 24th in Toronto with a strong BC presence. Among the 929 swimmers from across Canada attending, 161 BC swimmers representing 25 BC swim clubs will see action. Pool events will be held at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre over 6 days, Open Water events will be conducted on July 30that the Welland International Flatwater Centre.
2024 Summer BC Provincial Championship
Good luck to all the athletes competing at at the 2024 Summer BC Provincial Championship meet on July 11-14, 2024.
Thank you to all officials and volunteers who have signed up to support this competition.
Thank you to Kamloops Classic Swimming for hosting.
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2024 Swim BC Summer Divisionals Information
Good luck to all of the athletes competing in the Swim BC 2024 Summer Divisionals. Thank you to all of the officials and volunteers who have signed up to support these competitions, they could not happen without you! For specific meet information see below:
Summer Divisionals – Island & Coastal Vancouver June 28-30 RAPIDS (Richmond) Click Here
Summer Divisionals – North & Interior June 21-23 VKSC (Vernon) Click Here
Summer Divisionals – Fraser & Vancouver June 28-30 SPART (Chilliwack) Click Here
Swim BC Announces Open Water Championships Cancellation
With an abundance of caution, the Organizing Committee and Swim BC staff have decided to cancel the BC Open Water Championships. Originally scheduled for Friday, June 14th, the unseasonably cold spring has led to water temperatures falling below the thresholds set by Swimming Canada and World Aquatics rules.
The Competition Managers have been closely monitoring the temperature of the Sasamat Lake competition course. The temperature has consistently hovered between 15 to 16°C, which is below even the wetsuit threshold rules. Furthermore, the current weather forecast predicts overnight lows of 3°C and a high of 11°C on race day, with rain. These conditions have made it clear that canceling the event is the safest decision.
Swim BC prioritizes the well-being and safety of all participants. Although this cancellation is extremely inconvenient for participants, officials, and support personnel, we cannot ensure the safe delivery of the event under these conditions. We are deeply grateful for the efforts and leadership of the SFA organizing committee, particularly Paul and Miranda McNamara, and Open Water officiating expert Mike Stamhuis.
All entry fees will be refunded. We will contact all payees with refund information next week.
2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials Wrap-up
Olympic and Paralympic Wrap Up
2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials – Day 7
The 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials, Presented by Bell, at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre has concluded with outstanding performances across the 7-day competition.
Swim BC swimmers finished the competition with a Canadian record and two age group Provincial records.
A Finals
Men’s Para 50 Free GOLD Sebastian Massabie, PSW (38.08)
Men’s Para 50 Free 4th Fernando Lu, LOSC (25.05)
Women’s 50 Free 7th Leliani Fack, LOSC (25.55)
Men’s 100 Fly 7th Raben Dommann, HPC VAN (53.49)
Men’s 100 Fly 9th Bill Dongfang, ISC (53.78)
Women’s 200 IM 6th Danielle Hanus, RAPID / HPC VAN (2:13.61)
Men’s Para 200 Free SILVER Sebastian Massabie, PSW (3:07.00)
Junior Finals
Women’s 50 Free 2nd Kelly Choi, KAJ (25.86)
Men’s 100 Fly 5th Tristan Govier, HST (55.45)
Men’s 100 Fly 9th Tuja Dreyer, ISC (55.85)
Women’s 200 IM 7th Ashley Ko, LOSC (2:19.70)
Men’s 1500 Free 1st Aiden Kirk, KAJ (15:47.55)
Men’s 1500 Free 3rd Zach McLeod, WDSC (15:59.06)
2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials – Day 6
It was a memorable night for BC-based swimmers on day 6 of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials, presented by Bell.
A Finals
Women’s 200 Fly 10th Leilani Fack, LOSC (2:16.39)
Men’s 200 IM 4th Collyn Gagne, LOSC (2:01.96)
Men’s 200 IM 7th Marcus Mak, ISC (2:03.68)
Men’s 200 IM 9th Justice Migneault, HPC VAN (2:04.75)
Men’s 200 IM 10th Raben Dommann, HPC VAN (2:06.65)
Women’s 800 Free GOLD Julia Strojnowska, LOSC (8:38.36)
Junior Finals
Women’s 200 Fly 1st Lily Zeng, VPSC (2:17.43)
Women’s 200 Fly 2nd Taryn Weatherhead, KISU (2:17.93)
Men’s 200 IM 1st Tuja Dreyer, ISC (2:05.28)
Men’s 200 IM 6th David Maibaum, RAPID (2:08.36)
Men’s 200 IM 7th Justin Jung, LOSC (2:08.50)
Men’s 200 IM 8th Aiden Kirk, KAJ (2:09.19)
Women’s 800 Free 1st Naomi Mynott, WDSC (9:02.31)
Women’s 800 Free 4th Maria Saldana Riebeling, CDSC (9:11.35)
Women’s 800 Free 7th Calli Saunders, SPART (9:18.07)
Women’s 800 Free 9th Kailyn Firth, PSW (9:24.81)
Women’s 800 Free 10th Hannah Rutten, KISU (9:23.75)
2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials – Day 5
The 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials, Presented by Bell, at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre continued on Friday, May 17th as the meet entered day 5 of 7 days. The meet continues to add new records to the books and additional Olympic and Paralympic qualifiers.
The day included new Canadian Records by Sebastian Massibie in the S4 50 Back and Shima Taghavi in the 11 - 12 Girls 200 Breast.
A Finals
Men’s Para 50 Back Gold Sebastian Massabie, PSW (55.32)
Women’s 100 Free 8th Danielle Hanus, RAPID/HPC VAN (55.44)
Men’s 200 Back SILVER Hugh McNeill, UBCT/LOSC (1:58.49)
Men’s 200 Back 5th Raben Dommann, HPC VAN (2:00.02)
Men’s 200 Back 9th Thomas Caruso, SPART/SFU (2:04.21)
Women’s 200 Breast 9th Shima Taghavi, HYACK (2:32.60)
Men’s 200 Fly 8th Bill Dongfang, ISC (2:00.60)
Men’s Para 200 IM 4th Fernando Lu, LOSC (2:20.30)
Junior Finals
Women’s 100 Free 6th Leilani Fack, LOSC (56.35)
Men’s 200 Back 7th Paul Orogo, LOSC (2:05.85)
Men’s 200 Back 8th David Maibaum, RAPID (2:07.19)
Women’s 200 Breast 2nd Danielle Barberie, NRST (2:33.58)
Women’s 200 Breast 6th Macey Larson, LOSC (2:37.47)
Men’s 200 Fly 1st Aiden Kirk, KAJ (2:02.61)
Men’s 200 Fly 2nd Tristan Govier, HST (2:03.33)
Men’s 200 Fly 4th Zachary McLeod, WDSC (2:04.27)
Men’s 200 Fly 7th Jihoon Bae, LOSC (2:06.25)
2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials – Day 4
The 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials, Presented by Bell continued on Thursday, day four of the 7-day competition.
A Finals
Women’s 200 Back 4th Bridget Burton, UBCT/ISC (2:12.14)
Men’s Para 100 Free Gold Sebastian Massabie, PSW (1:25.07)
Men’s Para 100 Free 5th Fernando Lu, LOSC (56.77)
Men’s 800 Free 3rd Aiden Kirk, KAJ (8:11.93)
Junior Finals
Women’s 400 IM 1st Naomi Mynott, WDSC (4:56.39)
Women’s 400 IM 2nd Ashley Ko, LOSC (4:57.61)
Women’s 400 IM 6th Ziyuh Liu, CDSC (5:04.61)
Men’s 100 Free 10th River He, RAPID (52.62)
Women’s 200 Back 6th Calli Saunders, SPART (2:18.72)
Men’s 800 Free 4th Zachary McLeod, WDSC (3:22.93)
Men’s 800 Free 9th Danny Park, LOSC (8:40.39)
2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials – Day 3
Day 3 of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials, Presented by Bell, at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre.
A Finals
Men’s 200 Free 4th Jeremy Bagshaw, ISC (1:48.49)
Women’s 100 Back 7th Danialle Hanus, RAPID/HPC VAN (1:01.20)
Men’s 200 Breast Bronze Justice Migneault, HPC VAN (2:13.52)
Men’s 200 Breast 6th Justin Jung, LOSC (2:17.82)
Men’s Para 150 IM Gold Sebastian Massabie SM4, PSW (3:00.75)
Junior Finals
Men’s 200 Free 6th Aiden Kirk, KAJ (1:53.75)
Women’s 100 Back 7th Natascha Borromeo, WVOSC (1:03.89)
Women’s 100 Back 9th Calli Saunders, SPART (1:04.09)
Men’s 200 Breast 5th Kia Namba, ISC (2:23.41)
Men’s 200 Breast 6th Evan Vellescig, HYACK (2:24.12)
1500 Free Timed Finals
Senior Top 10
Women’s 1500 Free Silver Julia Strojnowski, LOSC (16:42.99)
Women’s 1500 Free 9th Michelle Zeng, WVOSC (17:26.37)
Junior Top 10
Women’s 1500 Free Gold Julia Strojnowski, LOSC (16:42.99)
Women’s 1500 Free 6th Michelle Zeng, WVOSC (17:26.37)
Women’s 1500 Free 9th Naomi Mynott, WDSC (17:29.04)
2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials – Day 2
The second day of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials, Presented by Bell at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre did not disappoint.
A Finals
Men’s 400 IM Bronze Collyn Gagne, LOSC (4:11.69)
Women’s 200 Free 4th Emma O’Croionin, HPC VAN (1:57.86)
Men’s 100 Back 4th Raben Dommann, HPC VAN (54.06)
Men’s Para 100 Breast Bronze Fernando Lu, LOSC (1:12.87)
Junior Finals
Men’s 400 IM 3rd Tuja Dreyer, ISC (4:26.50)
Men’s 400 IM 4th Aiden Kirk, KAJ (4:32.62)
Men’s 400 IM 10th Zachary McLeod, WDSC (4:41.32)
Women’s 200 Free 7th Leilani Fack, LOSC (2:03.20)
Men’s 100 Back 2nd Paul Orogo, LOSC (57.12)
Men’s 100 Back 4th Tristan Govier, HST (58.58)
Women’s 100 Breast 3rd Shima Taghavi, HYACK (1:10.78) - New Canadian Record
Olympic and Paralympic Trials – Day 1
The 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials, Presented by Bell, commenced on May 13th at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre. Multiple Swim BC athletes delivered standout performances on the opening day of competition.
Congratulations Swim BC swimmers:
A Finals
Men’s 400 Free Bronze Jeremy Bagshaw, ISC (3:52.87)
Women’s 400 Free Bronze Julia Strojnowska, LOSC (4:11.08)
Men’s Para 50 Fly Silver Sebatian Massibie S5, PSW (39.68)
Men’s Para 100 Fly Silver Fernando Lu S10, LOSC (59.35)
Women’s 100 Fly 4th Danielle Hanus, RAPID/HPCVN (58.87)
Women’s 100 Fly 6th Leilani Fack, LOSC (59.44)
Men’s 100 Breast 6th Justice Migneault, HPCVN (1:01.75)
Junior Finals
Men’s 400 Free Bronze Aiden Kirk, KAJ (3:58.18)
Women’s 400 Free Bronze Ashley Ko, LOSC (4:20.97)
Women’s 400 Free 7th Michelle Zeng, WVOSC (4:26.99)
Women’s 400 Free 9th Maria Saldana Riebeling, CDSC (4:28.58)
Women’s 100 Fly 9th Paige Korbely, HYACK (1:02)
Men’s 100 Breast 7th Justin Jung, LOSC (1:05.29)
Men’s 100 Breast 9th Ivan Sun, VPSC (1:05.90)
Good Luck to Swim BC Swimmers!
Swim BC is immensely proud to rally behind the 143 swimmers representing 27 clubs from across BC and the Yukon, as they gear up for the highly anticipated 2024 Olympic & Paralympic Trials in Toronto, ON, from May 13th to 19th. These Trials serve as a testament to the dedication, talent, and hard work of our athletes, reflecting the depth of excellence within BC's swimming community.
Swim BC sends our sincerest best wishes to each competitor, coach and official, recognizing that they bear the pride of their clubs, communities, and province as they step onto the national stage to showcase their skills at this competition.
Top BC Swimmers to watch:
Hugh McNeill (UBCT) 200 Back
Emma O’Croinin (HPCVN) 200 Free
Collyn Gagne (LOSC) 400 IM & 200 IM
Jeremy Bagshaw (ISC) 400 Free
Danielle Hanus (RAPID) 100 Back
Sebastian Massibie (PSW) World Record Holder S4 50 Fly
Latest Bulletins
Collection of the latest Membership & Coach Bulletins.
World Record: Sebastian Massabie
Sebastian Massabie from the Pacific Sea Wolves broke the World Para Swimming World Record today in the S4 50m Butterfly while competing at the 2024 Citi Para Swimming World Series USA in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Women’s Prospects Camp Recap
Our recent Prospects Women's Camp held in Victoria, BC, brought together 29 of the top athletes from 12 clubs across the province for a weekend of training and learning. The camp aimed to provide a safe and enjoyable environment while fostering collaboration among swimmers and coaches from diverse backgrounds.
LOCATION CHANGE: 2024 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC SWIMMING TRIALS
The 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Trials have changed locations from Montreal to Toronto. The competition will run in the same format and dates as originally planned.
LOSC Wins 2024 Speedo Western Championships
Some of the finest young Canadian swimmers took to the Pan Am Pool in Winnipeg March 21 – 24. When the dust settled, LOSC claimed number one status.
“They all work very hard and it’s nice to see their performance come through and come together as a team to win this; it was really fun,” said LOSC head coach Ryan Skomorowski. “We’ve got to get working really hard now and really focus on grinding it out and getting ready for (Olympic & Paralympic) trials (May 13-19 in Montreal).”
LOSC was ably represented by several swimmers, including Julia Strojnowska, Leilani Fack and Ashley Ko. The trio competed in all three women’s relays, winning a pair of golds and a silver. They also, as individuals, copped their fair share of hardware.
“It’s extra special (winning as a team) because we get to see all the work we’ve done together and when you win it feels really good to be there together,” said Strojnowska, who won a gold, silver and bronze on her own. She tied with Rebecca Smith of Cascade for the top performer in the women’s open category.
Being successful as a team is something that Fack says is extra important to her and her mates.
“It definitely is,” she insisted, “because when we train together we see how hard each of us works and to see that pay off, it’s just heart-warming in a different way.”
There were a number of standout performances on the weekend, including that of Aiden Kirk of the Kelowna AquaJets, tops in the junior boys division. The 16-year-old was a gold medalist in the 14-16 age group 1500m free, the 100m free, the 400m IM, as well as the 400m free, in which he went under four minutes for the first time.
“I felt pretty good about that,” Kirk said of that swim. “I honestly didn’t think I was going to go that fast so it’s kind of a shock … and it’s just super exciting to have done that time; I’m super pumped about it.”
He was also thrilled, understandably, with his overall medal haul.
A total of 452 athletes from 67 clubs competed in the four-day meet. The top scoring BC clubs were:
LOSC 1st
KAJ 3rd
WDSC 5th
CDSC 7th
ISC 9th
A total of 22 BC clubs participated in the competition
2024 Winter Provincials
Get ready for an exhilarating event as Pacific Coast Swimming gears up to host the Provincial Championships from March 7th to the 10th! With an impressive lineup of 630 swimmers from 38 different clubs, this promises to be a thrilling showcase of talent and determination. Join us for four days of intense competition and unforgettable moments in the pool.
2024 Divisionals and Provincials to be Live-Streamed
2024 Divisionals and Provincial Swim Meets to be live-streamed
Swim BC Performance Report
We are excited to announce the release of the first edition of our tri-annual Performance Report for the 2023-24 season, covering the period from September 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. This report is a comprehensive overview of the achievements and progress within our swimming community, offering valuable insights into the performances of our athletes at both provincial and national levels.
This inaugural edition highlights key areas such as SCM Top Times, the 10 & Under Pentathlon, and Making Waves, which recognizes remarkable accomplishments of our swimmers. It's designed not only to acknowledge the dedication and hard work of our athletes but also to serve as a tool for continuous development and inspiration for our coaches and swimmers.
Tremblay named as Swimming Canada’s 2023 Junior Coach of the Year
Marc Tremblay, head coach of the Kelowna Aquajets, is Swimming Canada’s 2023 junior coach of the year!
Tremblay’s coaching resume includes time on the pool deck with the Vernon Kokanees, Edmonton Keyano and the University of Alberta varsity squads. From 2011-21, he was in charge of Calgary’s Cascade Swim Club age group program and is now calling BC home as he enters in his third season with the Kelowna Aquajets.
Over his almost 40 year tenure Tremblay has coached many provincial, national and international swimmers including being named to the coaching staffcoaching staff at both the 1997 and 2002 Pan Pacific Championships.
Swim BC Job Posting- Performance Development Manager
Swim BC is seeking a new member of our team for the role of Performance Development Manager.
The Performance Development Manager will work in conjunction with the Technical Director to manage technical operations, event coordination, and program financials, ensuring the effective execution of program objectives. This individual must be adept in data analytics, possess strong communication skills, and have the ability to address challenges proactively. Adaptability and a hands-on approach to operational tasks are crucial for this multifunctional role.
NEW CANADIAN RECORD!
Congratulations to HYACK's Shima Taghavi on breaking the National Age Group Record for the women's SCM 200 Breast in a time of 2:29.69! Shima broke the record previously held by Courtenay Chuy which had been on the record books since 1998. In addition to her National Record, Shima also broke the BC Provincial Record in her 100 Breast with a time of 1:11.39. Congratulations Shima!
Administrative Coordinator Position
Swim BC has an opportunity for a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our team in the position of Administration Coordinator. The responsibilities of the position focus on the provision of support to Swim BC operations, administering the membership registration processes, expediting financial procedures, facilitating member communications, and coordinating the effective and efficient administration of the organization. The role is suited for a team player with personal competencies in relationship building.
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