Math · The Canadian Math Challengers Society

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.

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Grades
Grades 8–10
Format
In person on paper, in teams of up to 5. An online regional option is supervised at school.
Cost
Paid by the school: from $50 per individual or $70 per team in person.
Official site
www.mathchallengers.ca

Key dates

  • ConfirmedEarly-bird registration closesTue, December 15, 2026
  • ConfirmedRegistration deadlineFri, January 15, 2027
  • Not confirmed yetLower Mainland RegionalSaturday, February 20, 2027 (preliminary)
  • Not confirmed yetProvincial FinalsSaturday, May 1, 2027 (preliminary)

What it is

Math Challengers mixes individual rounds (Blitz and Bull's Eye), a team round (Co-op) and a live oral Face-Off for the top 10.

There are Grade 8, 9 and 10 levels with age limits. Younger students can compete at the Grade 8 level.

Top schools and students at regionals are invited to the Provincial Finals.

A good fit if: Students who like working in a team and enjoy fast-paced problem solving.

How to register

  1. A school staff member must register. Starting this season, parents can't register students directly, even as individuals.
  2. Early-bird registration closes December 15, 2026, and final registration January 15, 2027.

How to prepare

  • Past regional and provincial questions from 2005 onward are free at mathchallengers.ca/teaching.htm.

For grade-by-grade options see Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10.

Common questions

Can parents register their child for Math Challengers?

Not anymore. From the 2027 season, registration must come from a school employee.

Can a Grade 7 student join Math Challengers?

Yes. Younger students can compete at the Grade 8 level, for example on a high school team.

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Sources

Last checked October 2, 2026. Dates can change, so always confirm with the organizer.