Syllabus
The official syllabus is available as a PDF in this site package. Students should use it to understand expected AI, math, programming, and reasoning topics.
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Welcome to IOAI Canada 2026.
The Canadian Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence will be held online. Students can review the syllabus, eligibility information, fee, and key dates below.
Competition Information
Syllabus, format, fee, and eligibility.
Review the core competition details first, then confirm eligibility before registering.
Online Format
COAI will be conducted online. Students should prepare a quiet testing environment, reliable device, and stable internet access.
Registration closes on May 27. The competition takes place on May 29, and results are announced on May 31.
Registration Fee
The registration fee is 25 CAD. Payment instructions will be provided through the registration form once it is connected.
Eligibility
The competition is open to individuals only, with no restrictions on nationality.
- For the COAI National Qualifier, all students currently enrolled full-time in secondary schools, Grades 9-12, regardless of country, are eligible to participate.
- Students enrolled full-time in Canadian secondary schools, or students enrolled full-time in other countries who hold a Canadian passport, are eligible to be selected for the IOAI Canada National Team and represent Canada at IOAI 2026.
Timeline
Key dates for COAI 2026.
May 27
Registration Deadline
Students must complete registration by the end of the day.
May 29
Online Competition
COAI will be held online for registered participants.
May 31
Team Canada Announced
Team Canada selections will be published after review and verification.
July
Team Canada Training Camp
Selected Team Canada members will take part in practical training and preparation sessions.
August 2
Compete at IOAI
Team Canada will represent Canada at IOAI in Astana, Republic of Kazakhstan.