Swim Ontario Athlete Support Program

Next Wave & Opportunity Fund

Swim Ontario is pleased to introduce a new Athlete Support Program, launching for the 2025–2026 season with the application period running October 1–30, 2025.

This initiative, made possible through the generosity of our donors and partners, is designed to support future performers and expand access to swimming for those new to the sport of swimming, by focusing on two key streams:

NEXT WAVE - Performance Pathway Athletes

Swimmers with the potential for international representation who are currently not receiving financial support from Swim Ontario or Swimming Canada who face economic barriers to participation.

NEW WAVE - Newcomers to Swimming

Swimmers who are new to the sport of swimming who face economic barriers to participation, such as registration fees or equipment costs.

👉 Applications will be submitted by the Swim Club on the athlete's behalf, with limited funding and equipment available each year. Clubs may submit a maximum of 1 application per stream (Next Wave & New Wave Fund). Get started here.

Together, we are building stronger pathways and ensuring more Ontarians can experience the sport of swimming.