2026 CRC Calendar
The 2026 Canadian Ringette Championships run from 29 March to 4 April 2026 in Ottawa, Ontario. Fifty teams from across Canada, representing the best of their provinces in U16AA, U19AA and National Ringette League divisions will compete in 179 games throughout the week with divisional champions decided on Medals Day Saturday, April 4.
Below is the calendar of events for this year's CRCs.
Saturday
March 28
Pre-CRC experience
Superhero Night with the Ottawa Black Bears, Ottawa’s high-entertainment National Lacrosse League team. Ringette teams may be highlighted during the game and may be invited to participate in gametime activations. Bring your knowledge of the commonalities of ringette and lacrosse. Wear your jerseys proudly! This event is not formally part of the CRCs, but offers a fun night celebrating sport with our friends at the Black Bears.
Information and ticket purchase link here: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Canadianringette2026
Sunday
March 29
Team Kit Pickup, Opening Ceremonies & Skills Competition
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09h00 – 12h00: Team kit pickup (team managers only; bring a friend to carry player gifts)
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Nepean Sportsplex, Hall F (follow in-venue signs)
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If you are a PTSO or provincial team 1, please drop off one provincial rep jersey kit (dark and light) during kit pickup. Mark the jerseys clearly with contact information; they will be returned at the end of the closing ceremonies.
12 h 00 – 14 h 00: Team assembly for athlete parade
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Nepean Sportsplex, Pad 2 (follow in-venue signs)
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Teams assemble onsite to prepare for parade into Yzerman Arena for Opening Ceremonies
14 h 00 – 16 h 00: Opening Ceremonies
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Nepean Sportsplex, Yzerman arena.
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Parade of athletes, welcome messages, oaths of players, coaches, and parents.
16 h 00 – 18 h 00: Skills competition
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Nepean Sportsplex, Yzerman arena.
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Nominated players participate in competitions of speed, shooting of the ring, goaltending, and more. To follow along, check out the competition descriptions and rules here (English only; French to follow).
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Note 1 – capacity is limited; tickets may be made available for purchase closer to the event. Opening ceremonies & skills competition are included in the Competition Lite passes. Quantities are limited.
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Note 2 – concessions will be available for purchase on the concourse of Yzerman Arena during this event.
Monday
March 30
Round Robin Matches
​Teams compete to enter and rank in the playoff round.
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Bell (Kanata) Sensplex & Tony Graham Recreation Centre
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Purchase tickets in advance or at the door.
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Return here for the official schedule.
Tuesday
March 31
Round Robin Matches
Round Robin Matches
Teams compete to enter and rank in the playoff round.
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Bell (Kanata) Sensplex & Tony Graham Recreation Centre
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Purchase tickets in advance or at the door.
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Return here for the official schedule.
Wednesday
April 1
Round Robin Matches
Teams compete to enter and rank in the playoff round.
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Bell (Kanata) Sensplex & Tony Graham Recreation Centre
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Purchase tickets in advance or at the door.
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Return here for the official schedule.
Thursday
April 2
Playoff Round
Teams compete to enter and rank in the playoff round.
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Bell (Kanata) Sensplex & Tony Graham Recreation Centre
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Purchase tickets in advance or at the door.
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Return here for the official schedule.
Friday
April 3
Playoffs, semi-final games PLUS Special Events
***SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT TO FOLLOW: WATCH OUR SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS***
Quarter and semi-final matches. The field draws smaller, but the compete level goes higher! Special events include Come Try Ringette and Ringette-For-All (sponsored by the Gloucester and Area Adult Ringette Association) and a CRC Media Game with local media and celebrities (Sponsored by David Hollingsworth and Associates, Personal Injury Lawyers)
All games will be played at Bell (Kanata) Sensplex.There will be NO games at Tony Graham Recreation Centre
Purchase tickets in advance or at the door.
Return here for the official schedule.
Special events (check back for updates)
10 h 30 – 11 h 30: Come try Ringette
Sponsored by the Gloucester and Area Adult Ringette Association
New to ringette? Registration link coming soon!
Sand helmet required, a selection of various sizes will be available onsite; sticks and rings provided.
11 h 30 to 12 h 20: Ringette For All Showcase
Sponsored by the Gloucester and Area Adult Ringette Association
Check out our local Ringette for All team take on players from across the region. Ringette for All offers programing to disadvantaged youth to experience the joy of ringette in competitions with teams across the region. Learn more about Ringette for All by clicking here.
12 h 30 – 13 h 20: Celebrity/Media Game
Sponsored by David Hollingsworth and Associates, Personal Injury Lawyers
Come watch local celebrities and media learn about ringette, talk to athletes and fans, and try their hand skating with and shooting a ring. Are you a media personality or might you be considered a celebrity (beyond your cats)? Contact us to get involved!
Saturday
April 4
Medal Games and Closing Ceremonies
​Medal Games
08 h 30 to 15 h 15* -- Gold, Bronze and consolation medal games.
Nepean Sportsplex - Yzerman Arena & MacDonald Arena
The Gold and Bronze games of the National Ringette League will be featured on the All Women’s Sports Network.
Purchase tickets in advance or at the door.
Closing Ceremonies
Sponsored by McNally Gervan, LLP
19 h 00 – 20 h 30
Infinity Convention Centre
Presentation of medal winners, division champions. Awards presentations for all-star selections, and skills competition winners. Messages of thanks and farewell from dignitaries and VIPs.
Capacity is extremely limited. Tickets to the closing ceremony may be available prior to the ceremonies. Watch our social media for updates.