Select the relevant page for the race you are entering from the ATHLETES option in the menu bar. When available the maps will appear there.

There will be aid stations along the bike course offering:

• Electrolyte Drink
• Water
• Gels
• Bananas

Beginning in 1991, The Great White North Triathlon has taken place in Stony Plain Alberta, located just minutes away from Edmonton. The race begins with a swim in Hubbles Lake at Allan Beach Resort. Next, athletes will embark on a challenging bike through Parkland County that has some rollers and a couple steep climbs at the turnaround point. Participants will then finish with a run through Stony Plains scenic residential areas and beautiful trail system.

Yes, There will be a waiting list form to fill out on the registration page if you are interested in being put on a waiting list.

Registration opens on September 1st, you can enter by clicking on the register link on the website. The race typically sells out by October 1st every year.

Please refer to Platinum Racing’s Policy Page.

No, only registered athletes are allowed to pick up packages. Please bring your photo ID and ATA card during designated check-in hours.

Please contact us through our CONTACT page.

Yes. All athletes receive complimentary entry into the Welcome Dinner, although you must check the box that you will be attending during your registration.

All athletes must wear a CSA approved helmet

The Age Groups are broken into 10 year increments. Please see the relevant Race page for more info.

All athletes must be at least 18 years of age on race day.

All age group athletes must compete in the age group division corresponding to the athlete’s age on the date of this years race.

Professional / Elite, Age Group, Relay, and Paralympic

Yes there is a TEAM division in the Long Course. This consists of 2 or 3 athletes competing as a team.

Wetsuits are not mandatory but strongly recommended

Yes, disk wheels are allowed.

Long Course Event:
Swim: 1 hour and 10 minutes after start.
Bike: 5 hours and 30 minutes after the start.
Run: 8 hours after the start.

*The race will officially end 8 hours after the official start.

Olympic Distance Event:
Swim: 50 minutes after start.
Bike: 12:30pm
Run: 3:30pm

Duathlon Event:
1^st Run: 10am
Bike: 12:30pm
2^nd Run: 3:30pm

They are expensive, please contact us to arrange drop off at tom@platinumracing.ca

Friends and/or family members are permitted to cross the finish line and enter the finish chute with participating athletes. Please be courteous to other athletes that will be in the chute at the same time as you and remember to smile for your photo.

No, the race course is closed to spectator traffic. But there are many roads that can take you to junctions to cheer on your athlete.

Lost and Found items will be available at the Awards ceremony. It is recommended that you mark your gear with your race number as Great White North is not responsible for lost items.

After the conclusion of the event, please contact jacqueline.gwntriathlon@gmail.com to locate any missing items and schedule returns.

*All unclaimed items will be donated within 30 days.

Information on volunteering is available in the VOLUNTEER section of the website.