2026 Canada National Super Spelling Bee

Join us for Canada's premier spelling competition, celebrating academic excellence and literacy across the nation

2026 Competition registration opens Fall 2025!

Important Dates

Registration Opens

Fall 2025

School/Regional Qualifiers

Winter - Spring 2026

National Competition

Summer 2026

Location

Ottawa, Ontario

What is a Spelling Bee?

Understanding the fundamentals of competitive spelling

🎯 The Competition Format

A spelling bee is an academic competition where participants spell words aloud. Contestants are eliminated when they misspell a word, with the last remaining speller declared the champion.

  • • Oral spelling competition
  • • Words of increasing difficulty
  • • Elimination-style format
  • • Academic excellence celebration

🏆 Why Participate?

Spelling bees develop vocabulary, enhance learning skills, and build confidence. They celebrate literacy and provide students with opportunities for academic achievement.

  • • Builds vocabulary and language skills
  • • Develops confidence and poise
  • • Encourages academic excellence
  • • Creates lasting friendships

2025 Competition Highlights

Relive the excitement from our most recent national championship

2025 National Championship Final

Watch the thrilling conclusion of the 2025 competition

2025 Preliminaries Highlights

Best moments from the preliminary rounds

Media Coverage

Media Coverage

Extensive coverage by CBC Sports and national media

📊View Our Impact Report

Discover how the Super Spelling Bee is making a difference in communities across Canada.

View Report

Get Involved

Multiple ways to participate in Canada's premier spelling competition

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Students

Grades 1-8 students can compete for the national championship

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Schools

Register your school to participate in regional and national events

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Volunteers

Help make the competition possible through volunteering

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Sponsors

Support the event and empower young learners across Canada