Jun the 01 Corporate
Volleyball Canada Wraps Up 2026 National Championships Across Five Cities
Volleyball Canada Wraps Up 2026 National Championships Across Five Cities
OTTAWA, ON (June 1, 2026) — After an action-packed multi-week competition spanning five host cities, the 2026 Volleyball Canada National Championships have officially come to a close. This year’s event marked another milestone for the sport, with a record-setting 1992 teams competing across 14U to 18U age categories from coast to coast.
“We’d like to congratulate all of our National Champions, medalists, and award winners,” said Sandra de Graaff, Director of Domestic Competitions at Volleyball Canada. “The level of play, sportsmanship, and energy across every venue was exceptional. Nationals continues to be a highlight of the season for athletes, coaches, and families alike.”
The 2026 Nationals began with 14U events hosted simultaneously across the country, with competitions taking place in Ottawa (14U Girls), Moncton (14U Girls and Boys), and Edmonton (14U Girls). The following weeks saw continued action in Mississauga (14U Boys and 15U Boys), before culminating in Calgary, which hosted the main event for 14U Boys, 15U Girls as well as 16U to 18U divisions.
Returning to Calgary for the first time since 2023, the 2026 National Championships marked a highly anticipated return to the BMO Centre, which last welcomed Nationals in 2015. This year’s event showcased the venue’s newly expanded and modernized facilities, a significant evolution from the previous championships held in its original footprint. The upgraded space provided an enhanced, centralized experience for the 15U to 18U divisions, bringing together the country’s top teams in a high-energy, festival-style competition environment.
Beyond the competition, the 2026 National Championships also delivered a significant economic impact for host communities across the country. The Calgary event alone is anticipated to generate approximately $68 million in economic activity, accounting for more than 47,000 hotel room nights. While the events in Ottawa, Moncton, Edmonton, and Mississauga are estimated to generate over $1 million in economic impact, accounting for more than 13,000 hotel room nights.
Across all five locations, Nationals once again delivered more than just competition. Athletes and families experienced a vibrant volleyball atmosphere that included athlete activations, vendor marketplaces, and community engagement opportunities. Event partners played a key role in enhancing the overall experience, with onsite engagement and support from valued sponsors including Volleyball Stuff (VBS), Jumplete, Left on Friday, Gruppo Nutrition, Mikasa, Mizuno, SkillShark, Nothers, Spieth Anderson and Six Pack Recruiting.
“For many athletes, especially in the 14U and 15U categories, Nationals is their first experience competing at this level,” added de Graaff. “Seeing that excitement, alongside the intensity and passion of our older divisions, really showcases the strength and growth of volleyball in Canada.”
Volleyball Canada would like to extend its sincere appreciation to the thousands of athletes, coaches, referees, volunteers, parents, partners, and staff whose contributions made the 2026 National Championships such a success. We are especially grateful to the City of Calgary and Tourism Calgary for hosting the main event and creating an exceptional championship environment. We also thank our host cities and partners in Ottawa, Moncton, Edmonton, and Mississauga, including local tourism organizations and provincial partners, for their invaluable role in delivering events across the country. Your continued dedication and support play a vital role in the growth of volleyball in Canada.
Full results from all age groups can be found at: