OHP & OHPSI

OHP & OHPSI

Ontario High Performance Sport Initiative (OHPSI)

2026–2027 Athlete Selection & Program Information

The Ontario Amateur Wrestling Association (OAWA), in partnership with the Canadian Sport Institute Ontario (CSIO), is continuing the implementation of the Ontario High Performance Sport Initiative (OHPSI) for the 2026–2027 program cycle.

OHPSI is designed to identify and support Ontario athletes progressing through the provincial and national high-performance pathway. OAWA is currently moving forward with the selection and intake process for OHPSI Tier 2 and OHPSI Tier 3 – Ontario Development Program (ODP) athletes.

Athletes interested in receiving support are encouraged to review the information below and complete the appropriate interest/intake form.


OHPSI Tier 2

Tier 2 is intended to support identified athletes demonstrating the performance level and potential to progress toward Tier 1 and higher levels of the OAWA and Wrestling Canada Lutte high-performance pathway.

Tier 2 Selection

Athletes should review the current OAAP Carding Ranking List, as the Applicable OAAP Ranking will be used as the next stage of the Tier 2 selection process in accordance with the Ontario High Performance Sport Initiative (OHPSI) Athlete Selection Criteria & Guidelines.

Athletes who believe they should be considered through Exceptional Athlete Consideration are encouraged to complete the OHPSI Program Intake Form. The form includes a specific question allowing athletes to identify that they are requesting Exceptional Athlete Consideration and provide information supporting their request.

Completion of the intake form confirms an athlete's interest in receiving OHPSI support if selected and allows OAWA and CSIO to begin programming as quickly as possible following final selection.

Tier 2 Selection Timeline
  • October 2, 2026: Athlete Selection Forms open
  • October 16, 2026 – 11:59 PM ET: Athlete Selection Form deadline
  • October 20, 2026: Tentative Athlete Selection Lists published
  • October 23, 2026 – 11:59 PM ET: Appeal submission deadline
  • October 27, 2026 – 11:59 PM ET: Athlete acceptance/confirmation deadline
  • October 30, 2026: Final Athlete Selection Lists published

Athletes wishing to appeal a tentative selection decision must follow the appeal process outlined in the Ontario High Performance Sport Initiative (OHPSI) Athlete Selection Criteria & Guidelines.

Tier 2 Athlete Intake

OHPSI Tier 2 – Athlete Interest & Intake Form

Athletes are encouraged to complete the form as early as possible.

Important Documents

OHPSI Athlete Selection Criteria & Guidelines
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Current OAAP Carding Ranking List
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OHPSI Tier 3 – Ontario Development Program (ODP)

The OHPSI Tier 3 – Ontario Development Program (ODP) is designed primarily for identified U19 and younger athletes who are developing within Ontario's high-performance pathway.

The program combines athlete development services, education, Strength & Conditioning programming, OAWA training camps, Team Ontario apparel, and access to additional High Performance opportunities.

2026–2027 Program

Program Cycle: November 1, 2026 – April 1, 2027
Annual Athlete Buy-In Fee: $600 CAD

Selected Tier 3 athletes will receive the following:

1. Team Ontario Apparel Package

Approximate Retail Value: $250 CAD

  • Two (2) Team Ontario High Performance Singlets
  • One (1) Crew Neck Sweatshirt
  • One (1) T-Shirt
  • One (1) Pair of Pants

2. Strength & Conditioning / TeamBuildr

  • Full access to TeamBuildr
  • Monthly Strength & Conditioning programming throughout the program cycle
  • Athlete training logs and long-term development tracking
  • OAWA High Performance Manager oversight

3. Sport Nutrition

  • Three (3) group nutrition education sessions
  • Two (2) additional women-specific nutrition education sessions

4. Mental Performance

  • Three group Mental Performance Consultant (MPC) education sessions

5. Training & Competition Opportunities

  • Discounted pricing for ODP camps
  • Access to selected High Performance training opportunities
  • Priority access and discounted pricing for selected tournaments and tours

6. Integration into the OAWA High Performance Pathway

  • Opportunity for progression into Tier 2 and Tier 1

Tier 3 Athlete Interest & Intake

Athletes interested in being considered for the OHPSI Tier 3 – Ontario Development Program should complete the following form:

OHPSI Tier 3 – ODP Athlete Interest & Intake Form

Submission of an interest/intake form does not guarantee selection into the program.

A detailed annual program schedule, including camps, education sessions, testing opportunities, and additional programming, will be shared with selected athletes prior to the start of the program.


Questions

Athletes, parents and coaches with questions regarding OHPSI athlete selection, Tier 2, Tier 3 – ODP, or OAWA High Performance programming can contact:

David Tremblay
High Performance Manager
Ontario Amateur Wrestling Association (OAWA)
highperformance@oawa.ca