22nd Canadian National Kendo Championships
August 7-10, 2026
Burnaby, BC
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WELCOME!
We are pleased to welcome you to Burnaby, British Columbia this August, for the 22nd Canadian National Kendo Championships (CNKC). In addition to the Championships, the CKF will also host seminars on Friday, August 7th and Monday, August 10th, along with the CKF Annual General Meeting on the evening of August 7th.
We are honoured to welcome two prestigious guest instructors this year for the seminars. Team Canada Men’s Head Coach, Kiwada Daiki sensei (Kyoshi 8 Dan) returns to Canada for his third visit, and will be joined by Yoshinari Sasagawa sensei (Kyoshi 8 Dan) and kendo instructor for the Hyogo Prefectural Police.
Full details regarding the National Championships, seminar information, and the overall event schedule can be found in the 22nd CNKC Rules and Regulations document. All communications should be made through your Dojo Admin, and Provincial planning made through the Provincial Liaison.
Club registration for the Championships will be due on July 1st. The registration form will be distributed shortly. We sincerely apologize for the delay and appreciate your patience and understanding.
Sincerely,
Hyun-June Choi
President, Canadian Kendo Federation
Live Tournament Updates
Championship Categories
- Women’s Individuals
- Open Individuals
- Master’s Individuals
- Women’s Club Team
- Open Club Team
- Women’s Provincial Team
- Senior Open Provincial Team
Your support goes a long way!
The Canadian Kendo Federation (CKF) is a Registered Canadian Amateur Athletic Association. Donations to the Canadian National Kendo Championships goes directly to the operations of the tournament. Contributions made to the Canadian Kendo Federation may be tax-deductible to the full extent of federal tax regulations, and a receipt will be emailed to you for this purpose.
Not-for-Profit Sports Organization Registration Number: 13342 4457 RR0001
Learn more about supporting the event
Tournament Documents
Program & Trees
LIVE Tournament Matchups [August 1]
Check back on tournament day for updates.
Waivers
Assumption of Risk and Waiver of Liability
This will ONLY be sent to participating clubs.
Parking & Entrance Info
There is plenty of paid parking around the BCIT Athletic Centre. Please be sure to follow all parking notices and pay at the kiosks.
Information
Registration Forms
- Club Registration Submission Link
(Coming Soon) - Provincial Team Registration Form
(Coming Soon)
Concussion Protocol
In accordance with Kendo Ontario’s Concussion Protocol, players who sustain head trauma will be assessed onsite. If a concussion is suspected, players will be removed from play.
Advertising & Donations
Shinai Specifications
Specifications of Shinai for Itto
| Competitors | Sex | Adults | High School Age |
| Length | Male/Female | Male/Female≤ 120 cm Size 39 or less |
Male/Female≤ 117 cm Size 38 or less |
| Weight | Male | ≥ 510 g | ≥ 480 g |
| Female | ≥ 440 g | ≥420 g | |
| Diameter | Male | ≥ 26 mm | ≥ 26 mm |
| Female | ≥ 25 mm | ≥ 25 mm |
Specifications for Shinai for Nito (N/A for Juniors)
| Competitors | Sex | Adults | |
| Daito (longer shina) | Shoto (shorther shinai) | ||
| Length | Male/Female | ≤ 114 cm Size 37 or less |
≤ 62 cm |
| Weight | Male | ≥ 440 g | 280 g ~ 300g |
| Female | ≥ 400 g | 250 g ~ 280 g | |
| Diameter | Male | ≥ 25 mm | ≥ 24 mm |
| Female | ≥ 24 mm | ≥ 24 mm | |
Sponsorship & Vendor Opportunities
Program Advertising and Vendor Booths
We are excited to host the 22nd Canadian National Kendo Championships on August 8–9, 2026, at the BCIT campus in Burnaby, British Columbia. Held once every three years, the Championships represent the highest level of kendo competition in Canada and serve as a key milestone on the road to the World Kendo Championships, which will be hosted by Japan at the Nippon Budokan in Tokyo in May 2027.
The Championships will bring together athletes, coaches, officials, and supporters from across Canada to celebrate excellence in sport and the enduring spirit of Japanese Bushido. Support for this event helps create a memorable experience for participants while strengthening the kendo community across the country.
Donations
Give on fundraising page.
Advertisers & Vendors
Apply through online form.
Your support goes a long way!
The Canadian Kendo Federation (CKF) is a Registered Canadian Amateur Athletic Association. Donations to the Canadian National Kendo Championships goes directly to the operations of the tournament. Contributions made to the Canadian Kendo Federation may be tax-deductible to the full extent of federal tax regulations, and a receipt will be emailed to you for this purpose.
Not-for-Profit Sports Organization Registration Number: 13342 4457 RR0001
Learn more about supporting the event
Sponsors
Thank you to all our sponsors for their generous support of this event.
Sponsors & Advertisers
Event Schedule
| Date | Time | Event | Facility |
FRI AUG 7TH |
14:00 – 17:00 | Kiwada & Sasagawa Seminar Please register through Club Registration. |
Killarney Secondary School 6454 Killarney St, Vancouver |
| 19:00 – 20:30 | CKF Annual General Meeting Invitations will be emailed to Club Admins |
To be announced | |
| SAT AUG 8TH | 08:00 – 17:00 |
National Championships Day 1
|
BCIT Recreation Services 3700 Willingdon Ave. SE16, Burnaby |
| SUN AUG 9TH | 08:00 – 17:00 |
National Championships Day 2
|
BCIT Recreation Services 3700 Willingdon Ave. SE16, Burnaby |
| 19:00 – 22:00 | Farewell Banquet Please register through Club Registration. |
To be announced | |
| MON AUG 10TH | 09:00 – 13:00 | Kiwada & Sasagawa Seminar Please register through Club Registration. |
Killarney Secondary School 6454 Killarney St, Vancouver, BC V5S 1G9 |
Event Locations
Gym & Meeting Locations
BCIT Recreational Services
3700 Willingdon Ave SE16, Burnaby
Parking and Entry Information
Paid parking is available in designated lots throughout the campus. There is plenty of parking available on the weekends, but please read the fees and restrictions carefully.
Official Hotel
We have partnered with Sport Burnaby and are working on securing a contract with one of the accommodation providers in the area. We will communicate information as soon as possible.
Social Event
Farewell Party, Sunday, August 9th
Details coming soon!
