Math and Science Contests

Common Programs & Grade Ranges

• Canadian Mathematics Competition (CEMC, University of Waterloo): Offers contests for a wide range of grades.

  • Gauss (Grades 7-8)

  • Pascal (Grade 9), Cayley (Grade 10), Fermat (Grade 11)

  • Euclid (Grade 12)

  • Canadian Intermediate/Senior Mathematics Contest (Grades 9-10, 11-12)

• Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS):

  • Canada Lynx Mathematics Competition: Recommended for Grades 7 and up.

  • Canadian Jay Mathematics Competition (CJMC): For students in Grade 8 or below.

• Math Kangaroo: For students in Grades 1 through 12.

• STEMZ Competition (Professional Engineers Ontario): For students in Grades 9-12 (Junior and Senior levels).

Registration & Preparation

• Registration: Typically done through your child's school. Schools register students and pay the contest fees (e.g., $6-$18 per contest).

• Preparation: Past contests and practice problems are often available on the organizing bodies' websites (like CEMC) and are an excellent way to prepare.

Last Verified: October 26, 2026