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2026 OCC & CYCC QUALIFIER

We are excited to announce the upcoming CYCC & OCC Qualifier on November 17, 2024. This tournament will offer both qualifier and non-qualifier sections, ensuring that all chess enthusiasts have a chance to participate. 

To ensure the highest quality of the tournament, we have set a maximum capacity of 40 players. We appreciate your understanding.

Here are the details:

Tournament Format:

  • 5 Rounds Swiss

  • CFC Rapid & CMA Rated

  • Time Control: 15 minutes per player

Date & Time:

  • When: November 17, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

  • Check-in: Starts at 9:30 AM

Sections:

  • U8 Open/U8 Girls

  • U10 Open/U10 Girls

  • U12 Open/U12 Girls

  • U14 Open/U14 Girls

  • U16 Open/U16 Girls

  • U18 Open/U18 Girls

(Sections may be combined depending on registration numbers. Players must be born after January 1, 2007. A non-qualifier section is available for chess lovers.)

Bye:
One half-point bye is allowed in rounds 1 to 4 if requested the day before the tournament.

Registration:

Prizes:
The top three finishers in each section will be awarded medals.

Qualification:

  • Players with a score of 2.5 or higher will qualify to compete in the Canadian Youth Chess Championship (CYCC).

  • The top 10% per grade will qualify for the Ontario Chess Challenge (OCC).

Other Information:

  • Snacks and prizes will be provided for all participants.

  • A CFC ID is required for the CYCC qualifier section. (Please access Chess.ca's website to register a CFC ID for the player). 

Event Capacity: 40 players.

Registration Fee:

  • $25 for the Open section

  • $20 for the Girls' section

  • $40 for two players from the same family

We encourage early registration as spots are limited. This is a great opportunity for young players to gain experience, compete for prizes, and potentially qualify for prestigious tournaments.

We look forward to seeing your children on November 17!

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