Competitions are an important part of learning mathematics and a fun activity for students of all ages. The CMS supports math competitions in many ways; running our own competitions to funding regional competitions to supporting Canadian involvement in international competitions. We also provide a wide variety of resources for students to prepare for competitions. Students are able to register for more than one competition if they wish to do so.
| Competition | Main Participants | Competition Date | Registration Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLMC: Canada Lynx Math Competition | Grades 7-11 | Thursday, Oct 3 | Friday, Sep 27 |
| COMC: Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge | Grades 8-12 | Wednesday, Oct 30 | Thursday, Oct 24 |
| CJMC: Canada Jay Math Competition | Grades 5-8 | Thursday, Nov. 21 | Friday, Nov. 15 |
| CMOQR: CMO Qualifying Repêchage | Grades 10-12 | Early Feb 2025 | by invitation |
| CMO: Canadian Math Olympiad & Junior Olympiad | Grades 8-12 | Early March 2025 | by invitation |
| Selection and training for Team Canada | |||
| APMO: Asia Pacific Math Competition | Team Canada | March 2025 | by invitation |
| EGMO: European Girls Math Olympiad | Team Canada | April 2025 | by invitation |
| IMO: International Mathematics Olympiad | Team Canada | July 2025 | by invitation |
News
2024 IMO: MATH TEAM CANADA’S RESULTS ARE IN!
(Jul 31, 2024) OTTAWA, Ontario – The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is proud to share the results of the 2024 International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), which took place in Bath, United Kingdom, from July 11 to 22.
IMO 2024: Meet Math Team Canada!
(May 14, 2024) OTTAWA, Ontario – The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is excited to announce that Canada’s top six math students have been selected to form Math Team Canada 2024 and compete at the upcoming 65th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO).
GREAT SUCCESS FOR GIRLS’ MATH TEAM CANADA AT THE 2024 EUROPEAN GIRLS MATHEMATICAL OLYMPIAD
(Apr 19, 2024) OTTAWA, Ontario – The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is proud and excited to announce the success of the Girls’ Math Team Canada, who brought home three silver medals and one bronze medal from the 2024 European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO).
THE 2024 CMO/CJMO RESULTS ARE IN!
(Apr 9, 2024) OTTAWA, Ontario - The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is pleased to announce the results of the 56th Canadian Mathematical Olympiad (CMO).
2024 IMO: MATH TEAM CANADA’S RESULTS ARE IN!
(Jul 31, 2024) OTTAWA, Ontario – The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is proud to share the results of the 2024 International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), which took place in Bath, United Kingdom, from July 11 to 22.
IMO 2024: Meet Math Team Canada!
(May 14, 2024) OTTAWA, Ontario – The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is excited to announce that Canada’s top six math students have been selected to form Math Team Canada 2024 and compete at the upcoming 65th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO).
GREAT SUCCESS FOR GIRLS’ MATH TEAM CANADA AT THE 2024 EUROPEAN GIRLS MATHEMATICAL OLYMPIAD
(Apr 19, 2024) OTTAWA, Ontario – The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is proud and excited to announce the success of the Girls’ Math Team Canada, who brought home three silver medals and one bronze medal from the 2024 European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO).
THE 2024 CMO/CJMO RESULTS ARE IN!
(Apr 9, 2024) OTTAWA, Ontario - The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is pleased to announce the results of the 56th Canadian Mathematical Olympiad (CMO).
CANADIAN TEAM CHOSEN FOR 2024 EUROPEAN GIRLS’ MATHEMATICAL OLYMPIAD
(Mar 8, 2024) OTTAWA, Ontario – The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is excited to reveal the members of Girls’ Math Team Canada, set to compete in the 2024 European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO).
Another Successful Edition of the Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge!
(Jan 15, 2024) OTTAWA, Ontario – The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is pleased to announce the results of the 2023 Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge (COMC).
The results for the Canada Jay Mathematical Competition are now available!
(Dec 4, 2023) OTTAWA, Ontario - The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is thrilled to announce the results of the Canada Jay Mathematics Contest 2023 (CJMC).
THE FIRST CANADA LYNX MATHEMATICAL COMPETITION WAS A HUGE SUCCESS!
(Oct 13, 2023) OTTAWA, Ontario – The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is pleased to announce the results of the 2023 Canada Lynx Mathematical Competition (CLMC).
MATH TEAM CANADA OBTAINS IMPRESSIVE RESULTS AT THE 2023 INTERNATIONAL MATHEMATICAL OLYMPIAD (IMO)
(Jul 17, 2023) OTTAWA, Ontario – The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is proud to share Math Team Canada’s results from the 64th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) in Chiba, Japan. This year, Math Team Canada placed 5th out of 112 countries.
SIX TOP MATHLETES SELECTED FOR MATH TEAM CANADA 2023
(Jun 12, 2023) The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is pleased to announce that Canada’s top six math students will compete at the 64th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO).
DR. DORETTE PRONK NAMED 2023 GRAHAM WRIGHT AWARD RECIPIENT
(Jun 8, 2023) OTTAWA, Ontario - The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is pleased to announce that Dr. Dorette Pronk (Dalhousie University) has been named the recipient of the 2023 Graham Wright Award for Distinguished Service.
The CMS Launches the Canada Lynx Mathematical Competition
(May 11, 2023) The Canadian Mathematical Society is excited to announce the launch of the the Canada Lynx Mathematical Competition (CLMC).
(Apr 28, 2023) The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is pleased to announce that the Girls’ Math Team Canada has won two Silver Medals and two Bronze Medals at the 2023 European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO).
(Apr 18, 2023) OTTAWA, Ontario: The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is pleased to announce the results of the 55th Canadian Mathematical Olympiad (CMO), Canada’s premier advanced mathematics competition.
Canadian Team Chosen for 2023 European Girls Mathematic Olympiad
(Apr 11, 2023) The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is pleased to announce the members of the Canadian team to compete in the 2023 European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO).
Call for Competition Volunteers
(Jan 9, 2023) The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is looking for competition focused volunteers and leaders to help with the European Girls Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) and International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) programs. The CMS needs volunteers who are passionate about competition problem solving and enjoy working with young students (ages 12-17). CMS is looking for both trainers and leaders to help with these competitions.
Six Top Mathletes Selected for Math Team Canada 2022
(Jul 6, 2022) The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is pleased to announce that Canada’s six top math students are on their way to compete at the 62nd International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO).
The 2021 Canadian Open Mathematics Competition was a huge Success
(Jan 24, 2022) The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is pleased to announce the results of the 2021 Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge (COMC).
The CMS is pleased to support the participation of Black and Indigenous students by covering the cost of their exams through our Closing the Gap Initiative.
Exam Archive
Feel free to download the problems or solutions from previous years to sharpen your problem solving skills!
Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge
Canada Jay Mathematics Competition
Canada Lynx Mathematics Competition
| Year | Problems | Solutions |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Problem Set | Problems with Solutions |
Problem of the Week
| Year | Problems | Solutions |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Problems with solutions available -> | Problems with Solutions |
CMS Competitions are run by the CMS Executive Office under the supervision of the CMS Competition Committees.
