Ottawa, ON (January 29, 2026) – From February 5 to 8, 2026, the BMO Centre in Calgary will host Artistic Elite Canada, officially kicking off the 2026 season. With just one week to go before the first competition day, anticipation is building as many of the country’s top gymnasts prepare to take the national stage.
Athletes to watch
Women’s Artistic Gymnastics
Senior National Team
- Lia Monica Fontaine, 2025 World Championship silver medalist on vault
- Gabrielle Black, member of the Canadian team at the 2025 World Championships
- Alyssa Guerrier-Calixte, 2025 Senior National Team Member
- Lia Redick, 2025 Senior National Team Member
- Amy Jorgensen, 2025 Senior National Team Member
Junior National Team
- Maryam Saber, 2025 Junior National Team Member
- Taya Macey, 2025 Junior National Team Member
- Mackenzie Grant, 2025 Junior National Team Member
Men’s Artistic Gymnastics
Senior National Team
- Aidan Li, pommel horse finalist at the 2025 World Championships
- William Émard, bronze medalist in the all-around and rings at the 2025 FISU World University Games & member of the Canadian team at the 2025 World Championships
- René Cournoyer, member of the Canadian team at the 2025 World Championships
- Sam Zakutney, member of the Canadian team at the 2025 World Championships
- Jayson Rampersad, member of the Canadian team at the 2025 World Championships
Junior National Team
- Thomas Tittley, gold medalist on floor and silver medalist on high bar at the 2025 Junior Pan American Games & member of the Canadian team at the 2025 Junior World Championships
- Edouard Nadeau, member of the Canadian team at the 2025 Junior World Championships
- Alec Ikeda, member of the Canadian team at the 2025 Junior World Championships
- Aiden Gonzalez, member of the Canadian team at the 2025 Junior World Championships
Guest Team – Stanford University
- Asher Hong, Olympic bronze medalist
- Jun Iwai, Pan American Games medalist
- David Shamah, Sokol Grand Prix champion
Meet & Greet
A meet & greet with Canadian gymnasts William Émard, Gabrielle Black, Lia-Monica Fontaine, and Aidan Li, along with Stanford University athletes David Shamah, Jun Iwai, and Asher Hong, will take place on Saturday, February 7 at 3:00 p.m. at the BMO Centre in Hall D. This experience offers fans a chance to meet the athletes, take photos, and connect with the gymnastics community.
Competition schedule
The detailed competition schedule is available online at the following links:
- Women’s Artistic Gymnastics, click here.
- Men’s Artistic Gymnastics, click here.
Livestream & social media coverage
The competition will be livestreamed, allowing families, friends, and fans to follow every routine and performance in real time. Coverage will continue across Gymnastics Canada’s digital platforms, featuring exclusive content, standout performances, and behind-the-scenes moments.
- Livestream, click here.
- Instagram: @gymcan1
- Facebook: Gymnastics Canada Gymnastique
Volunteers
Volunteer registration is now open for Artistic Elite Canada 2026. This is a great opportunity to get involved, support athletes from across the country, and be part of a major national event.
- For important details, click here.
- To sign up, click here.
Tickets
Tickets for Artistic Elite Canada 2026 are available for purchase online. Spectators are invited to attend the event in person at the BMO Centre in Calgary and experience the start of the Elite Canada season while cheering on Canadian gymnasts. To purchase tickets, click here.
Merchandise
Official Artistic Elite Canada 2026 merchandise is also available for purchase online through the GymCan website. A merchandise booth will be open on site, allowing spectators and athletes to purchase event-branded items throughout the competition. To view merchandise online, click here.