The Qualifying Minimum Score (QMS) is the benchmark Technical Element Score (TES) for the free program that must be met or exceeded in order to enter Skate Canada Challenge or Skate Canada Trophy (as applicable). Note, that the QMS is the TES only and does not include bonuses or deductions. Pre-Novice and Novice: The QMS must be met between […]
Rule Book Updates Effective July 1, 2026
The Skate Canada Rule Book has been updated for the 2026-2027 season. These rule updates include (but are not limited to):
Registration Information for 2026-2027
Registration for the 2026/2027 season will be available through the Membership Site as of Monday, August 17, 2026. REGISTRATION FEES – EFFECTIVE, AUGUST 1, 2026 Fees will also be posted on the applicable pages within the Membership Site. All fees below will be effective as of August 1, 2026 (regardless of the season registered for). […]
2026-2027 Season – Solo Ice Dance Information
Skate Canada has expanded the Solo Ice Dance pathways for STAR, Adult, and Podium Pathway athletes. Together these will form a development pathway from STAR 2 to Senior. The following is a brief overview of the changes for this season. Pattern Dance All solo pattern dances in STAR, Adult, and Podium Pathway will require skaters […]
Skate Canada’s 2026 Adult training camp, featuring Jeff Buttle, Ashlynne Stairs, and Dominic Barthe
Skate Canada is excited to be hosting another adult training camp this year. The camp will include on- and off-ice workshops and the opportunity for networking and social gatherings. Please join us for the opportunity to learn from various presenters in a multitude of disciplines. There will be a minimum of three on-ice sessions each […]
2026-2027 STAR Event & Competition Updates (Freeskate and Pattern dance)
STAR 1-Gold Freeskate and short programs: The 2026-2027 STAR Quick Reference Guide for Freeskate and Ice Dance are now available. Notable updates: Program times for STAR 2-5 are now a maximum time and not +/- 10 seconds. STAR 5 program length has been increased to a maximum of 2:40 and this will allow skaters to keep their STAR 4 program length or […]
2026-2027 Season Updates to the Podium Pathway Singles, Pairs and Ice Dance Program Requirements
This is a summary of the changes to the Podium Pathway Singles, Pairs and Ice Dance Program Requirements for the 2026-2027 season. This is not a comprehensive summary of all changes. Please refer to the recently posted Reference Guides for all changes. A complete version of the Requirements Guides will be available later this spring. These changes aim to continue […]
Skate Canada Code of Ethics – Notice of Changes
Code of Ethics and Code of Ethics Appeal Procedure – Highlight of Changes Skate Canada has updated the Code of Ethics (“COE”) and the Code of Ethics Appeal Procedure (“Procedure”) which entered into force January 27, 2026. The revised policy and procedure replace the previous Skate Canada Code of Ethics which entered into force on […]
Privacy Code Changes
Privacy Code Changes Privacy Code Updates Skate Canada has updated the Skate Canada Privacy Code which entered into force December 12, 2025. The revised Privacy Code replaces the previous Skate Canada Privacy Code which entered into force on June 30, 2025 (the “Effective Date”). Reminder that it is your ongoing responsibility to be familiar with, […]