22nd Canadian National Kendo Championships

Hosted by:

Supported by:

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

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

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

Nationals Rules & Regulations

Registration Forms

• Club Registration Submission Form 
  [Due July 1]
• Provincial Team Registration Form
  (Coming Soon)

Accommodations

• Accommodation Details
  [Updated June 17th]

Program Advertising and Vendor Booths

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.

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

BCIT Recreational Services

3700 Willingdon Ave SE16, Burnaby

BCIT Tall Timber Student Housing

Just opened last year, the Tall Timber Student Housing building is a state-of-the-art Zero-Carbon 12-storey student housing building on the BCIT campus. Just steps from the BCIT Recreation Centre, this will be the most convenient and economical option for your stay.

Above rates are subject to local taxes (11% Room Tax and 5% GST)

How to Book

Please email [email protected] with your booking inquiry and note “Kendo Championships” on your request.

Farewell Banquet

• Sunday, August 9th
• 7PM – 10PM
• Hilton Vancouver Metotown Hotel Ballroom

The CKF is pleased to welcome Kiwada Daiki sensei and Sasagawa Yoshinari sensei as special guests at the Farewell Banquet, to be held in the ballroom of the Hilton Vancouver Metrotown.

We invite you to join us for an evening of celebration, camaraderie, and coming together as the Canadian kendo community.

Please register all banquet attendees through your dojo’s Championship registration. If your club is not participating in the Championships and you wish to attend the banquet, please contact your Provincial Liaison to request attendance. We will be sending out a link for the Banquet registration only in July.