January 2026 Newsletter

 

Welcome to the first Athletics New Brunswick newsletter of 2026! We have an action-packed year of training, competitions, coach and official development, and grassroots programming coming your way!

2026 Memberships Available

 

 

2026 Memberships Are Now Available!
Don’t forget to purchase your membership prior to training or competition.

 

Why become a member? Membership provides an incredible range of benefits (see below) while directly supporting the growth of athletics in New Brunswick. The strength of our organization lies in our members—individuals, clubs, schools, and organizations from across the province—and in the programs and services we deliver for participants of all ages. Through membership, Athletics New Brunswick is able to continue developing the sport from recreational participation and fitness to high-performance, World, and Olympic-level achievement.

 

 

 Purchase your 2026 membership here:
https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-new-brunswick-2026-membership

Coaching Courses

 

 

Athletics New Brunswick is pleased to offer two upcoming NCCP coach education opportunities this spring. Details are outlined below, and we encourage interested coaches to register early as space may be limited

• Sport Coach
Dates: March 13–15, 2026
Learning Facilitator: Steve LeBlanc
Location: CEPS, Moncton
Registration: Register here → Sport Coach Registration

 

• Club Coach
Dates: April 3–5, 2026
Learning Facilitator: Bill MacMackin
Location: Irving Oil Field House, Saint John
Registration: Register here → Club Coach Registration

 

These courses provide valuable professional development opportunities for coaches working with athletes at various stages of development.

 

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Chris Belof at chris.belof@unb.ca

 

Upcoming Awards Gala

 

 

The 2025 ANB Awards Gala will take place on January 31, 2026, following the New Brunswick Indoor Championships, at the Irving Oil Fieldhouse in Saint John. The gala will bring together athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, and supporters to celebrate another exceptional year in New Brunswick athletics.

The full list of nominees can be viewed on our social media channels:
• Facebook: Nominees
• Instagram: Nominees

 Awards Gala Registration:
• Register here: Registration Link

We look forward to celebrating the 2025 season with our athletics community!

Athlete and Volunteer of the Month

 

 

Athlete & Volunteer of the Month – Nominations Open for 2026!

 

Nominations for Athlete of the Month and Volunteer of the Month are now open for the month of January. Help us recognize the outstanding athletes and dedicated volunteers who make athletics in New Brunswick thrive—be sure to submit your nominations!

 

 Athlete of the Month Nomination Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yi8Sw8904EaRYK3aR8I_PhbQsW3UWOgNO-56J-KBGCU

 

 Volunteer of the Month Nomination Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1qfYSbIfMDlAP0dfXS8pbYeK86PCoq4T9vbJ0EUFUaVk

 

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