Where We Train
- Terry Fox Athletic Facility (Mooney’s Bay) — Sep–Nov & Apr–Aug
- DOME @ Louis-Riel — Nov–Apr (designated hours)
Facility fees included
Evening & Sat. sessions
Call us today! (613) 247-4886
University of Ottawa Gee-Gees — Track & Field / Cross Country
Operated in partnership with the Ottawa Lions Track & Field Club. Entering year 18, the Gee-Gees have amassed 55 USPORTS medals — including 22 national titles.
Included With Membership
- Qualified coaching, equipment & facility access
- uOttawa competitive kit (see uniform details)
- Travel administration & entries for designated meets
- Free entry to local home competitions
- Annual members also receive AO/AC reg. & Lions kit
Reduce Your Fees
Work home meets (e.g., Capital XC Challenge, Raven Relays, uOttawa HS Invite, National Capital Classic, Canadian Championships) to earn $50 credit per meet toward future membership or outdoor season.
Membership & Fees (2025–26)
| Varsity Fall (Sep 6–Nov 30, 2025) | $445.50 |
|---|---|
| Varsity Full Academic (Sep 6, 2025–Mar 28, 2026) | $750.00 |
| Varsity Annual (Sep 6, 2025–Aug 12, 2026) | $1,400.00 |
Payment, Refunds & Admin
- Complete online registration + uOttawa admin forms shared by the Head Coach.
- Installments may be arranged with the Head Coach (credit card or post-dated cheques).
- Academic-year memberships must be fully paid by Jan 1, 2026.
- Refunds within 14 days of registration; $50 administration fee applies.
Uniforms (Competitive Kit & Team Package)
- Returning competitive kit (singlet & shorts): $100.
- Speed suit: Women $105, Men $120 (optional personal purchase).
- New athletes: one-time team package — backpack, T-shirts, warm-up jacket & pants: $250.
- Replacement costs: Singlet $65, Shorts $45, Jacket $100, Pants $65, Backpack $65, T-shirt $20.
Varsity Benefits & Eligibility
Team-standard athletes (see Standards below) may receive added support based on performance, rankings, commitment, and academics, as determined by the Head Coach. Benefits can include:
- IST services (medical, physio, mental performance)
- Access to the uOttawa Varsity High Performance Centre (Montpetit Hall)
- Full support for regular-season away travel
- Full travel support for OUA/USPORTS selections
- USPORTS credits: $200 for qualifiers; $500 for individual medal; $100 for relay medal (applied to future registrations/training camps)
- Some bursaries/scholarships based on performance & GPA (per uOttawa admissions)
Conditions of Registration
- Be a paid member in good standing and complete all uOttawa & USPORTS eligibility steps (student portal, medical, CCES, USPORTS Portal, orientations).
- Home events are mandatory (compete or volunteer); absences require Head Coach approval.
- Meet entry deadlines; pay assessed travel fees before departure.
- Compete in the current team singlet; “no-show/scratch” fees must be reimbursed unless medically/academically justified.
- Travel cancellations: athlete is responsible for full trip & accommodation costs once confirmed.
uOttawa Varsity Track & Field Standards (Indoor)
Standards must be achieved Jan 2025–Jan 2026 for benefits; based on OUA benchmarks (subject to adjustment for 2026–27).
| Event | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 60m | 8.25 | 7.35 |
| 300m | 43.00 | 36.70 |
| 600m | 1:39.10 | 1:24.30 |
| 1000m | 3:03.50 | 2:35.50 |
| 1500m | 4:50.00 | 4:05.00 |
| 3000m | 10:15.00 | 8:40.00 |
| 60m Hurdles | 9.20 | 8.70 |
| High Jump | 1.56m | 1.85m |
| Pole Vault | 3.60m | 4.10m |
| Long Jump | 5.10m | 6.40m |
| Triple Jump | 11.10m | 13.70m |
| Shot Put | 10.60m | 11.30m |
| Weight Throw | 13.00m | 13.50m |
| Pent/Hept | 3100 pts | 4400 pts |
Season Start & Selection Process
Cross Country — September Start
- Thu Sep 4: Distance/Mid-D Team Run — Lansdowne Park (5:00pm, east entry of Aberdeen Pavilion)
- Fri Sep 5: Team Meeting on campus (room TBA, 5:00pm)
- Sat Sep 6: Practice — Terry Fox (9:00am)
- Sun Sep 7: Team Meeting (room TBA, 11:00am) — for those who missed Fri
- Mon Sep 8: Practice — Terry Fox (4:30pm)
- Declare XC participation by Sep 11; complete all eligibility steps.
OUA Team Selection: up to 7 per gender based on consistency, progression, health, race results, head-to-head, and commitment.
USPORTS: OUA team members may qualify via team placing (top-5) or individually (top-30 considered; top-14 auto).
Track & Field — Indoor Campaign
- Fri Sep 5: Team Meeting on campus (room TBA, 5:00pm)
- Sat Sep 6: Practice — Terry Fox (10:30am)
- Sun Sep 7: Team Meeting (room TBA, 11:00am) — for those who missed Fri
- Mon Sep 8: Practice — Terry Fox (5:30pm)
- Declare indoor participation by Dec 8 and complete all forms.
Dec–Feb: more competition opportunities = stronger selection case. Rankings, head-to-head, practice consistency, relay skills/splits on 200m tracks, and event depth all factor into OUA nominations. Injured athletes are not named.
USPORTS qualification: auto standard, top-12 ranking after conference champs, or 1st/2nd at OUA. Final selections by the Head Coach (with coach consultation as needed).
2025–26 Tentative Schedule
Cross Country
| Meet | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Hoffman Invitational | Sat, Sep 20, 2025 | Canton, NY |
| Capital XC Challenge | Sat, Sep 27, 2025 | Ottawa, ON |
| Laval Rouge et Or Invite | Sat, Oct 11, 2025 | Québec City, QC |
| OUA Championships | Sat, Oct 25, 2025 | Kingston, ON |
| USPORTS Championships | Sat, Nov 8, 2025 | Sherbrooke, QC |
Indoor Track & Field
| Meet | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Intersquad | Sat, Dec 6, 2025 | Ottawa, ON |
| Holiday Relays | Sat, Dec 13, 2025 | Canton, NY |
| Vert et Or Invite | Sat, Jan 10, 2026 | Sherbrooke, QC |
| Ottawa Winter Invite | Fri–Sat, Jan 16–17, 2026 | Ottawa, ON |
| McGill Team Challenge | Fri, Jan 23, 2026 | Montréal, QC |
| SLU Invite | Sat, Jan 24, 2026 | Canton, NY |
| Boston Terrier Classic & Harvard Invite | Fri–Sat, Jan 30–31, 2026 | Boston, MA |
| TBD | Fri–Sat, Feb 6–7, 2026 | TBD |
| Ravens Last Chance | Fri–Sat, Feb 13–14, 2026 | Ottawa, ON |
| OUA Championships | Fri–Sat, Feb 20–21, 2026 | Toronto, ON |
| USPORTS Championships | Thu–Sat, Mar 5–7, 2026 | Winnipeg, MB |
Note: Schedule is tentative and subject to change.
Questions?
For program or eligibility questions at the University of Ottawa, please contact Head Coach Richard Johnston. For club policies and general info, visit the Ottawa Lions website.