Canada Open

2026 Canada Open Event Information Package – Poomsae

2026 Canada Open Event Information Package – Kyorugi

ONLINE REGISTRATION

• • Individual and/or team registration must be completed online at worldtkd.simplycompete.com
  • Event registration is only possible with a valid 2026 World Taekwondo Global License
  • Registrations onsite will not be accepted
  • For Poomsae Competition – Contestants may compete in a maximum of two (2) events per WT Competition Rules (in recognized poomsae and/or freestyle poomsae)

TIMELINES & FEES

*All registration deadlines are in Local Calgary Time (Mountain Time)*

	TIMELINE	ATHLETES	COACHES	CHANGES TO EVENT
REGULAR REGISTRATION	Before February 6, 2026	$155 USD Per individual for 1 event  $205 USD Per individual for 2 events	$100 USD	Contact [email protected]
LATE REGISTRATION	February 7, 2026 to February 13, 2026 at 17:00 MT	$195 USD Per individual for 1 event  $245 USD Per individual for 2 events	$100 USD	Contact [email protected]
ONSITE	NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED ONSITE			$50 USD or $70 CAD for each change

IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING REGISTRATION DEADLINES: All events must be registered within the applicable deadline – regular or late. If a participant registers an event during the regular registration period and later adds or changes an event during the late registration period, the Simply Compete system will adjust the earlier registration to reflect the late registration rate. Participants are then responsible for paying the difference.

PAYMENT

*ALL ENTRY FEES SHALL BE PAID IN ADVANCE TO TAEKWONDO CANADA THROUGH SIMPLY COMPLETE DURING REGISTRATION*

PAYMENT FOR REGISTRATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED ON SITE.

• • Payments must be made IN FULL prior to the respective deadline to secure the corresponding rate
  • Fees for event changes after registration deadline shall be collected at the accreditation desk
  • There will be NO REFUNDS for this event
  • If a wire transfer needs to be done directly to Taekwondo Canada due to national policies of MNA, please refer to the information in the Event Information Package. 

VENUE

WinSport 88 Canada Olympic Road SW Calgary, Alberta Canada T3B 5R5

FLIGHTS

Our official carrier, Air Canada, offers discounts on flights from any city in its international network to Calgary, Alberta, Canada through its Meetings and Events program. Simply use the following promotional code CGZW44Q1 before starting your flight search at aircanada.com to access special fares:

• • 10% discount on standard Economy Class fares and lower Premium Economy and Business Class fares
  • 15% discount on Flex fares and higher fares in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business Class

HOTELS

All accredited individuals participating at the event are strongly recommended to book their accommodations at the designated event hotels. Full details on designated host hotels, including booking links and preferred rates are provided at the end of the Information Package.

Participants are responsible for making their own reservations directly with the host hotels and are advised to book early to ensure availability.

• • Wristbands will be given as a spectator’s pass and must be worn at all times
  • Children aged 4 and under are free
  • Payment for spectator tickets can be made onsite at the admission desk

Ticket Type	Price
Single Day – Adult	$20.00 CAD
Single Day – Child (Ages 5-12)	$10.00 CAD
Single Day – Senior (Ages 65+)	$10.00 CAD
Event Pass – Adult	$50.00 CAD
Event Pass – Child (Ages 5-12)	$20.00 CAD
Event Pass – Senior (Ages 65+)	$20.00 CAD

*Times and locations are subject to change*

DATE	TIME (MT)	EVENT	LOCATION
February 25, 2026	9:00 – 16:00	Accreditation Pick Up	TBC
	17:00	Technical Meeting for Poomsae and Kyorugi	WinSport
February 26, 2026	8:30 – 15:30	Accreditation Pick Up (Kyorugi & Coaches only) & Admission	WinSport
	9:00	Poomsae Competition	WinSport
	10:00 – 12:00	General Weigh-In for Cadet and Junior Kyorugi divisions	WinSport
	16:00	Publication of Cadet and Junior Kyorugi draw sheets
February 27, 2026	6:30	Publication of Random Weigh-In for Junior Kyorugi divisions
	8:00	Random Weigh-In for Junior Kyorugi divisions	WinSport
	8:30 – 15:30	Accreditation Pick Up (Kyorugi & Coaches only) & Admission	WinSport
	9:00	Cadet and Junior Kyorugi Competition	WinSport
	10:00 – 12:00	General Weigh-In for Senior Kyorugi divisions	WinSport
	16:00	Publication of Senior Kyorugi draw sheets
February 28, 2026	6:30	Publication of Random Weigh-In for Senior Kyorugi divisions
	8:00	Random Weigh-In for Senior divisions	WinSport
	8:30 – 15:30	Admission	WinSport
	9:00	Senior Kyorugi Competition	WinSport

The visa invitation letter for each registered individual will be automatically generated from WT GMS platform if the visa is requested during the registration for the event. All members who need an entry visa to Canada must be registered for the event in GMS. You must then use this letter to apply for you or your team member’s visa.

If you need assistance with a Visa letter, please contact [email protected].

Visa Information

• • Participants are required to check Canada’s entry visa application waiting times in their own countries and submit requests for recommendation letters through the online form if applicable
  • The Organizing Committee cannot guarantee entry into Canada and can only offer assistance
  • It is the responsibility of each participant to apply for and secure the correct entry visa for Canada if required
    • The visa application process should be started at least one week before the waiting time deadline in the participant’s home country

If you are a victim or witness of harassment, abuse or discrimination in sport, contact the free, anonymous and confidential Canadian Safe Sport Program Helpline to report and/or be referred to the appropriate resources:

• • Call or text: 1-866-971-2777
  • [email protected]

The Canadian Safe Sport Program Helpline is not a crisis line. For all urgent situations requiring immediate intervention, contact 911.

For more information on the Canadian Safe Sport Program, please visit cces.ca/canadian-safe-sport-program.