About Us

The Saskatchewan Powerlifting Association is working to grow the sport of powerlifting in the province, and sanctions competitions in the province each year.  On our website you can find information about how to become a member, register for upcoming events, or find an official clubs in your area.  If you have questions you can’t find an answer to, please email us at info@saskpowerlifting.ca and we’ll help you out.

We Believe:

  • that we provide the administrative format for the sport of powerlifting;
  • that athletics is an integral part of the holistic development of individuals;
  • in the value of sportsmanship and competition within an ethical framework;
  • that we provide equity of access to participation in the sport of powerlifting across the province; and
  • that we encourage an active, healthy lifestyle, through the promotion of powerlifting.

Mission:

To grow the sport of powerlifting in Saskatchewan by providing opportunities for athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers through sport development, training, and participation in competitions at all levels. To provide an exemplary powerlifting experience to individuals by upholding the highest standards of integrity, sportsmanship, and competition.

Vision:

To be the organization of choice for doping-free powerlifting in the province of Saskatchewan, providing opportunities that allow individuals to take part in all levels of competition through fair and ethical sport.

Goals:

  • Increase and retain members of all ages, particularly junior and sub-junior members.
  • Increase and retain the number of provincial and national qualified referees.
  • Become more financially sound to allow us to provide more programs and services to our members.
  • Create more public awareness of what Saskatchewan Powerlifting offers, and the partnerships that are available to communities.
  • Develop a coaching module to ensure quality coaches are within our province.
  • Become a recognized sport on a provincial level through Sask Sport.

Strategic Directions: 

  1. Membership:
    i. Recruit and retain members of all diverse backgrounds
    ii. Recruit and retain members throughout the province
    iii. Recognize member achievements/accomplishments
  2. Competition Development and Facilitation:
    i. Recruit and retain meet directors
    ii. Increase availability of meet director resources
    iii. Provide meet director eduction/resources
  3. Promote Coaching and Officiating Excellence
    i. Increase and retain provincial referee numbers
    ii. Increase and retain national referee numbers
    iii. Retain current referees
    iv. Provide coach education/resources
  4. Foster Strong Governance
    i. Recruit new board members
    ii. Maintain financial stability and transparency
    iii. Renew and continually update Saskatchewan Powerlifting Association governance documents
  5. Create Authentic Partnerships
    i. Become a recognized provincial sporting organization with Sask Sport
    ii. engage with sponsors
    iii. Increase number of registered clubs

For a complete look at our 2022-2025 Strategic Plan, please look at this document.