Be Part of the History of the Tour de l’Abitibi
For over 50 years, the Tour de l’Abitibi has shined far beyond our borders. As the only junior road cycling race in North or South America listed on the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) calendar, it is also part of the prestigious Junior Nations’ Cup circuit. This distinction positions the Tour among the most important competitions in the world for young cyclists aged 17 to 18, serving as a unique springboard to professional cycling.
This year, the Tour de l’Abitibi marks a historic milestone with the addition of a women’s race, a first outside Europe. This advancement demonstrates a strong commitment to gender equality in sports, offering young female cyclists the same opportunities as their male counterparts.
Your support will help enhance the visibility and positive impact of this iconic event while actively contributing to the growth of cycling and the vitality of our region as well as the development of our youth athletes.
Why Support Us?
The Tour de l’Abitibi’s mission is to promote cycling, inspire the next generation of athletes, and showcase the richness of the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region.
Your donation will:
- Strengthen the region’s tourism appeal by welcoming participants and visitors from around the world.
- Support local economic development through direct benefits to businesses, accommodations, and services.
- Maintain the Tour’s international recognition as a cornerstone of the UCI Junior Nations’ Cup and the global cycling community.
- Highlight Abitibi-Témiscamingue as a renowned sports and cultural hub.
- Support a historic initiative for gender equality with the addition of a women’s division.
Your contribution will also help:
- Fund logistical costs: accommodations, infrastructure, and event organization.
- Promote the event: ensuring its regional, national, and international visibility.
- Enhance safety: providing rider supervision and secure course management.
- Support human resources: volunteers, technical teams, and event staff.
Every donation, big or small, makes a difference in the Tour’s success, the development of young athletes, and the pride of our region.
Where Does Your Support Go?
Your donations will directly cover essential aspects of the organization:
- Logistics and Accommodation: Transporting teams and equipment to ensure optimal organization.
- Safety: Supervising riders and managing course safety.
- Promotion: Increasing the regional, national, and international visibility of the event.
- Human Resources: Supporting volunteers and technical staff.
- Women’s Division: Promoting equal opportunities for young female cyclists.
- Regional Development: Boosting the local economy and enhancing Abitibi-Témiscamingue’s reputation on the international stage.
- Junior Nations’ Cup: Preserving the Tour’s status as a key stop in this prestigious global circuit.
Join Us Today!
By supporting the Tour de l’Abitibi, you become a key player in an event that showcases our region, stimulates its economy, and inspires the next generation. Together, let’s continue writing the story of this unique event and amplify its positive impact.
Every contribution counts. Together, let’s strengthen an iconic event, support the growth of Abitibi-Témiscamingue, and inspire tomorrow’s sporting talents.
