About Us
Built by Athletes. For Athletes.
Bolton Athletics was born from a vision to give Canadian Track & Field athletes the same opportunities, infrastructure, and support found in the world’s top training systems. Our core mission is to unlock athletic potential through world-class coaching, innovation, and access to performance environments that rival the global stage.
COMING 2027
The Bolton High Performance Athletics Centre
A privately funded, non-profit facility opening in late 2027 to develop Canada’s next Olympians, support coaches, and inspire future generations.
Features: Sprint Track, Field Areas, Olympic-Quality Weight Room, Physio & Recovery Zones, Athlete Lounge, Nutrition Bar, Education Rooms.
LEADERSHIP
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Doug Wood
COACH | PROJECT LEAD
As Co-Leader of the BHPAC project, Doug oversees the construction and development of the facility, helping ensure it is built to world-class standards for athlete training and performance.
A former Canadian Olympic pole vaulter, Doug was a member of the 1992 Canadian Olympic Team and a silver medalist at the 1991 Pan American Games. His lifetime best of 5.65m ranks second all-time in Canada, and he held the Canadian record for 25 years, from 1989 to 2014.
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Barry Fenton
CONSTRUCTION & PLANNING ADVISOR
A respected leader in large-scale real estate and project execution, Barry advises on strategic planning and development for the BHPAC, guiding the project toward long-term sustainability.
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Michael Smith
FINANCIAL ADVISOR
Provides financial and strategic guidance for the project’s investment structure and long-term funding model, supporting the growth and success of Bolton Athletics.
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Alysha Newman
PROJECT CO-LEADER & MEDIA RELATIONS
As Co-Leader of the BHPAC project, Alysha leads creative direction, social media strategy and media relations, helping shape how Bolton Athletics is presented to the public, partners and community.
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