The 2026 IG Wealth Management National Championships Presented by Hearing Life is Pickleball Canada’s premier national championship event, bringing together the country’s top amateur pickleball athletes to compete for Canadian titles across singles, doubles, mixed doubles, and the Provincial Team Competition.
Taking place from August 24–30, 2026, at Pickleplex Social Club’s Downsview and Vaughan facilities in the Greater Toronto Area, the event is expected to welcome approximately 1,000 athletes, along with coaches, officials, volunteers, family members, and spectators from across Canada. The Championships serve as the pinnacle event of the Canadian pickleball calendar and showcase the continued growth of one of the country’s fastest-growing sports.
The week-long event will feature over 3,500 matches across multiple age and skill divisions, including Juniors, 19+, 35+, 50+, 65+, 70+, 75+ age categories, with skill levels ranging from 3.0 to 5.0+. Athletes will compete in men’s singles, women’s singles, men’s doubles, women’s doubles, and mixed doubles events, providing opportunities for players of all competitive levels to participate on Canada’s largest pickleball stage.
The event features exciting sponsor activations and interactive experiences, providing participants and spectators with opportunities to engage with leading brands, win prizes, sample products, and enjoy unique on-site activities throughout the week. Spectator admission is free, providing residents and visitors with the opportunity to experience high-level competition and support athletes representing provinces from coast to coast.
A highlight of the week will be the Provincial Team Competition (PTC) on Thursday, August 27, where provincial teams from across Canada compete head-to-head for national bragging rights in a unique team format. The PTC is one of the most exciting and spectator-friendly components of the Championships, fostering provincial pride and showcasing the depth of talent from coast to coast.
As the largest pickleball event in Canada, the 2026 IG Wealth Management National Championships Presented by Hearing Life will celebrate athletic excellence, national pride, and the continued growth of pickleball across the country.
