National Championships

Dates for Taekwondo Canada domestic events are subject to change based on the World Taekwondo and PATU official event calendars for 2027.

2027 TAEKWONDO CANADA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

Vancouver, British Columbia
March 2-4, 2027

Contacts

- Events – [email protected]
- Simply Compete & Global Licenses – [email protected]

Event information package

- 2027 Taekwondo Canada National Championships – published November 6, 2026

Poomsae Competition

Event Information Package 2027 Taekwondo Canada National Championships – published November 6, 2026

Kyorugi Competition

Event Information Package 2027 Taekwondo Canada National Championships – published November 6, 2026

Registration

WORLD TAEKWONDO GLOBAL LICENSE

- Accredited individuals (athletes, coaches) must FIRST be registered with a valid 2027 World Taekwondo (WT) Global License
  - Para athletes are not required to have a World Taekwondo Global License for the 2027 National Championships
- To register or renew a WT Global License visit: taekwondocanada.simplycompete.com
  - Athletes: must upload a photo, Kukkiwon certificate and a valid Canadian passport or proof of Canadian citizenship
  - Coaches: must upload a photo and Kukkiwon certificate
  - Ensure that the “Order Global License” checkbox is clicked
- Failure to apply or renew a Global License will not extend registration deadlines

** NOTE: A NEW APPLICATION OR RENEWAL COULD TAKE UP TO 30 DAYS TO BE PROCESSED**

ONLINE REGISTRATION & PAYMENT

- Kyorugi and Poomsae Competition: Individual registration must be completed online at taekwondocanada.simplycompete.com
  - Event registration is only possible with a valid 2027 World Taekwondo Global License
- Para Competition: Individual registration for the para competition must be completed online at cognitoforms.com/TaekwondoCanada1/_2027TaekwondoCanadaNationalChampionshipsParaCompetitionRegistration
- All entry fees shall be paid in advance through the registration system
- Payments must be made IN FULL prior to the applicable deadline to secure the corresponding rate

TIMELINES

- Regular Registration: Before February 7^th, 2027
- Late Registration: February 8^th, 2027 to February 14^th, 2027
- Deadline for Weight Changes: February 14^th, 2027

Registration Fees

- **AS WE ARE USING SIMPLYCOMPETE AS THE MAIN REGISTRATION PLATFORM, PAYMENT IS IN USD**
- REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

CATEGORY	REGULAR REGISTRATION RATE	LATE REGISTRATION RATE	CHANGES TO EVENT(S)
Athlete per event (1 kyorugi or 1 poomsae event)	$150.00 USD	$170.00 USD	Contact [email protected]
Coach – C1 Performance Coach Certified	$75.00 USD	$95.00 USD
Coach – DC Dojang Coach Certified	$100.00 USD	$120.00 USD
Coach – AI Assistant Instructor Certified can only use this once in a lifetime	$150.00 USD	$170.00 USD

No registrations or event/weight changes will be accepted onsite
- Weight changes will be accepted until February 14^th, 2027 and can be made by emailing [email protected]
- Any weight changes requested after the February 14^th, 2027 will not be accepted – NO EXCEPTIONS

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION NOTE

All events must be registered within the applicable deadline – regular or 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.

Venue, Flights & Hotels

VENUE

Canada Place
999 Canada Place
Vancouver, British Columbia
Canada
V6C 3T4

FLIGHTS

- Our official carrier, Air Canada, offers discounts on flights from any city in its international network to Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada through its Meetings and Events program. Simply use the following promotional code GVR926R1 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

Participants 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 in the Accommodation Guide.

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

- Accommodation Guide for Taekwondo Canada’s 2027 Events

Spectators

Spectators at the 2027 Taekwondo Canada National Championships are expected to behave respectfully and in accordance with Taekwondo Canada’s Code of Conduct and Ethics. Disruptive, abusive, or aggressive behaviour, including yelling at officials or athletes, inappropriate language, or entering the field of play, will not be tolerated. Event staff and Taekwondo Canada representatives reserve the right to remove or deny re-entry to anyone who violates the Code of Conduct.

For the full Code of Conduct and Ethics, please visit: https://taekwondo-canada.com/safesport/safe-sport-policies

SPECTATOR TICKETS

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

- 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

Schedule

Schedule is subject to change

Note: Poomsae divisions will be scheduled across the two competition days based on registration numbers, with the final schedule confirmed following the registration deadline.

DATE	TIME (PT)	EVENT	LOCATION
February 28, 2027	12:00 to 17:00	Accreditation Pick Up	Canada Place
March 1, 2027	9:00 to 15:00	Accreditation Pick Up	Canada Place
	9:00 to 10:00	Test Scale	Canada Place
	10:00 to 12:00	General Weigh-in Junior Kyorugi Divisions	Canada Place
	17:00	Technical Meeting for Poomsae and Kyorugi	Hyatt Regency Vancouver
March 2, 2027	6:30	Publication of Random Weigh-In for Junior Kyorugi
	7:30	Doors Open to athletes and coaches	Canada Place
	8:00 to 15:00	Admission & Accreditation Pick-Up	Canada Place
	8:00	Random Weigh-In All Junior Kyorugi divisions, except heavy weight	Canada Place
	9:00	Poomsae Competition Junior Kyorugi Competition	Canada Place
	9:00 to 10:00	Test Scale	Canada Place
	10:00 to 12:00	General Weigh-in Cadet Kyorugi Divisions	Canada Place
March 3, 2027	7:30	Doors Open to athletes and coaches	Canada Place
	8:00 to 15:00	Admission & Accreditation Pick-Up	Canada Place
	9:00	Poomsae Competition Cadet Kyorugi Competition	Canada Place
	9:00 to 10:00	Test Scale	Canada Place
	10:00 to 12:00	General Weigh-in All Senior Kyorugi Divisions & Para Kyorugi Classification	Canada Place
	12:00 to 14:00	General Weigh-in All Youth Kyorugi Divisions & All Para Kyorugi Divisions	Canada Place
March 4, 2027	6:30	Publication of Random Weigh-In for Senior Kyorugi
	7:30	Doors Open to athletes and coaches	Canada Place
	8:00 to 15:00	Admission & Accreditation Pick-Up	Canada Place
	8:00	Random Weigh-In All Senior Kyorugi divisions, except heavy weight	Canada Place
	9:00	Youth, Senior, Para Kyorugi Competition	Canada Place

Safe Sport

The 2027 Taekwondo Canada National Championships has been designated by Taekwondo Canada and the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport as being subject to the Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS) and the Canadian Safe Sport Program (CSSP) Rules. While participating at this event, you must adhere to the terms and conditions of the CSSP Consent Form, including the administration and enforcement of the UCCMS, as outlined in the CSSP Rules. By registering for this event, you agree to be subject to the UCCMS and CSSP Rules while participating at this event. You have the opportunity to be educated via Safe Sport E-Learning: Individuals at Designated National-Level Events (https://sportintegrity.ca/safesport-events). Your completion of this course will not be tracked and your progress will not be visible to e-learning administrators.

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: