2026-27 Contest Information
for K-12 Students
Note: This list is not exhaustive and the information may be subject to change.
Since 2010, MathProject has been fostering creative, out-of-the-box thinking by preparing students to excel in math contests. Over the years, we’ve evolved into a dynamic program, meeting a variety of K-12 math education needs. But let’s be real—the heart of our program still beats strongest for those thrilling math contests that can open doors to top university programs.🏆
For details on upcoming competitions that your child can participate, see below.
GRADE
CONTEST
DETAILS
5 different contests:
Grades 1 – 2
Grades 3 – 4
Grades 5 – 6
Grades 7 – 8
Grades 9 – 10
Kangaroo Math Contest
Registration for the 2027 contest may open early December 2026. Please continue to check their website.
Contest Date: To be announced; the contest is likely in March 2027
Open to all grades but recommended for Grade 9 – 12
Canadian Open Math Challenge (COMC)
COMC is the most prestigious high-school level math contest. Top ~50 students have the opportunity to participate in the Canadian Math Olympiad (CMO)
Grade 9 – 10 students who score well but do not qualify for CMO can participate in the Canadian Junior Math Olympiad (CJMO) by invitation only.
Note: The results of CMO constitute one of the main qualifiers for making the Math Team Canada representing Canada on the international stage at the International Math Olympiad.
Schools will register their students to participate in COMC. Contact your school for more info on registration.
Students can also register independently. More info can be found on their website.
https://cms.math.ca/competitions/comc/comc2026/
Registration opens from: September 1, 2026
Registration Deadline: October 21, 2026
Contest Date: October 29, 2026
Grades 7 – 8
Gauss Contest (CEMC)
All students must participate through their school.
https://www.cemc.uwaterloo.ca/contests/our-contests.html
Registration Deadline: April 22, 2027
Contest Date: May 10, 2027 – May 21 , 2027
Grade 9 – 10: CIMC
Grade 11 – 12: CSMC
Canadian Intermediate Math Contest (CIMC)
Canadian Senior Math Contest (CSMC)
Students who score well on the CSMC may be more likely to be accepted into UWaterloo’s math program
All students must participate through their school.
https://www.cemc.uwaterloo.ca/contests/our-contests.html
Registration deadline: October 22, 2026
Contest Date: November 18, 2026
Grade 9: Pascal
Grade 10: Cayley
Grade 11: Fermat
Pascal, Cayley, Fermat Contest
All students must participate through their school.
https://www.cemc.uwaterloo.ca/contests/our-contests.html
Registration deadline: February 9, 2027
Contest Date: February 23-24, 2027
Grade 9: Fryer
Grade 10: Galois
Grade 11: Hypatia
Fryer, Galois, Hypatia Contest
All students must participate through their school.
https://www.cemc.uwaterloo.ca/contests/our-contests.html
Registration deadline: March 11, 2027
Contest Date: April 7, 2027
Grade 12 (lower grades may register)
Euclid Contest
All students must participate through their school.
https://www.cemc.uwaterloo.ca/contests/our-contests.html
Registration deadline: March 11, 2027
Contest Date: April 6, 2027
WHAT CAN YOU DO NEXT?
If you’re already a current MathProject parent and are interested in learning how we can help your child prepare for these upcoming Math Competitions, please book a brief call with our team today!