Competition · Math · CEMC, University of Waterloo

CEMC Team Up Challenge

A free team math event for Grades 6–8 in teams of four, run at school from June 1, 2027. The focus is taking part, not winning.

Last checked October 5, 2026 against the official page

What do I need to do?

Ask the teacher to enter a team of four by May 27 (free)

Who acts
Your child's school
Preparation
No preparation
Eligible grades
Grades 6–8
Format
At school, in teams of four. The teacher marks it using CEMC's solutions.
Cost
Free.
Official site
cemc.uwaterloo.ca

Key dates

  • ConfirmedSchool ordering deadlineThu, May 27, 2027Remind me
  • ConfirmedContest, fromTue, June 1, 2027Remind me

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Confirmed official date · Expected based on last year · Not announced yet

What it is

Students in Grades 6, 7 or 8 work in teams of four.

There are four events: a 15-question team paper, a crossnumber puzzle, a logic puzzle and a math relay.

CEMC says the focus is participation and teamwork, so it's a low-pressure first contest.

A good fit if: Middle school students who like puzzles and working in a group. Good for a class or club.

How to register

  1. A teacher orders the materials through the CEMC Contest Supervisor Portal. Students can't register themselves.
  2. The ordering deadline is May 27, 2027.

How to prepare

  • Try the Gauss contest or CEMC Problem of the Week together during the year.
  • Past contests and solutions are free at cemc.uwaterloo.ca/resources/past-contests.

For grade-by-grade options see Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8.

Common questions

Does it cost anything?

No. CEMC offers the Team Up Challenge free of charge.

Are there awards?

CEMC describes it as a participation and collaboration event. The contest page doesn't mention competitive awards.

What comes next

Competition · Math

Gauss Mathematics Contest

Canada's best-known middle school math contest for Grades 7 and 8. Written at school between May 10 and 21, 2027.

Grades 7–8$5 per studentSome preparationCompetition · Math

Math Challengers BC

BC's team and individual math competition for Grades 8–10. Schools register by January 15, 2027. Lower Mainland regionals are expected February 20.

Grades 8–10Paid by the school: a $50…Significant preparation

Sources

Last checked October 5, 2026. Dates can change, so always confirm with the organizer.