Registration for schools and individuals opens January 2026. Schools receive comprehensive packages, individuals compete in regional qualifiers.Join Mailing List
Registration Information
Everything you need to know about registering for the competition
Registration Timeline
Registration will open in late 2025. We recommend joining our mailing list to be notified immediately when registration becomes available.
Registration Streams
Two pathways to compete in the Canada National Super Spelling Bee
School Registration
Primary StreamSchools register to receive a comprehensive package and organize their own school bee. The top 3 students from each school bee advance directly to the national championship.
Individual Registration
Alternative StreamIndividual students register to compete in online regional qualifying bees. Top performers from each regional bee advance to the national championship.
Registration Process
How to register for each stream
🏫School Registration Process
School Administrator Registration
School administrator or designated teacher completes online registration form with school information and contact details.
Pay School Registration Fee
Complete payment through secure portal to unlock your school package and resources.
Receive School Package
Get comprehensive materials including word lists, organizing guide, and practice platform access for all students.
Organize School Bee
Conduct your school spelling bee using provided materials and guidelines.
Submit Top 3 Students
Register your top 3 students for the national championship competition.
👤Individual Registration Process
Check Individual Eligibility
Verify student meets age and grade requirements. Ideal for homeschooled students or those from non-participating schools.
Complete Individual Application
Submit student information, parent consent forms, and required documentation.
Pay Individual Registration Fee
Complete payment to secure spot in regional qualifying competition.
Compete in Regional Bee
Participate in online regional qualifying round with other individual registrants.
Advance to Nationals (Top Performers)
Top percentage of regional performers receive invitation to national championship.
Registration Requirements & Fees
What you need and costs for each registration stream
🏫 School Registration Requirements
- •Completed school registration form
- •School administrator or teacher contact information
- •Official school documentation
- •Commitment to organize school spelling bee
- •Agreement to submit top 3 students to nationals
💰 School Registration Fee
School Package Fee
$199 CAD Early Bird ($269 CAD Regular)
One-time fee per school per academic year
Package includes:
- • Complete organizing guide and materials
- • Multiple word lists for different grade levels
- • Practice platform access for all students
- • Nationals registration for top 3 students
� Individual Registration Requirements
- •Completed student registration form
- •Proof of grade level (report card or verification)
- •Parent/guardian consent and contact information
- •Media release form (required)
- •Verification of homeschool status (if applicable)
💰 Individual Registration Fee
Regional Competition Fee
$79 CAD Early Bird ($99 CAD Regular)
Per student for regional qualifying round
Fee includes:
- • Online regional competition entry
- • Study materials and word lists
- • Certificate of participation
- • Nationals invitation (if qualified)
Important Dates & Timeline
Key deadlines for both registration streams
🏫 School Registration Timeline
Late September 2025
School registration opens
Mid February 2026*
School registration deadline (may close earlier if full)
February – March 2026
Schools conduct internal bees
End of March 2026
Deadline to submit top 3 students
👤 Individual Registration Timeline
Late September 2025
Individual registration opens
Mid February 2026*
Individual registration deadline (may close earlier if full)
February – March 2026
Online regional qualifying rounds
End of March 2026
Deadline to submit regional results
🏆 National Championship
July 2026 (Exact Date TBA)
National Championship
July 2026 (Exact Date TBA)
Awards Ceremony
* Registration may close earlier if capacity is reached.