Application Deadline: November 15, 2026

Ontario Table Tennis Association (OTTA) is inviting applications from female coaches interested in joining Team Ontario at the 2027 Canada Winter Games, taking place in Québec City, February 27 – March 14, 2027.

The table tennis competition is scheduled for February 28 – March 5, 2027.

Often described as the “Olympics for Canadian Youth,” the Canada Games are Canada’s premier national multisport event for developing athletes. The 2027 edition will feature 22 sports and approximately 3,500 athletes and coaches from across Canada, providing an Olympic-style experience and an important step toward future national and international competition.

Building on Ontario’s Success

At the 2023 Canada Winter Games in Prince Edward Island, Ontario finished as the overall winner in table tennis, delivering an outstanding performance across the competition.

The team was led by Head Coach Hongtao Chen, who will return to lead Team Ontario at the 2027 Games.

The selected female Assistant Coach will work alongside Hongtao Chen in preparing and supporting Ontario’s athletes, with the goal of building on the province’s strong competitive tradition.

This is an excellent opportunity for a developing coach to gain valuable experience at a major national multisport event while contributing to Ontario’s high-performance table tennis program.

Minimum Coaching Requirements

Applicants must achieve at least NCCP Competition Development – Trained status.

The required training includes:

  • Sport-specific Competition Development training

  • Make Ethical Decisions (MED)

  • Safe Sport training

The required NCCP status must be achieved by November 15, 2026.

Alternative Pathway: Competition Development Challenge

Female coaches who have completed NCCP Introduction to Competition but have not yet attended Competition Development courses may pursue the Competition Development Challenge pathway.

The Challenge allows eligible coaches to demonstrate their coaching competencies through an individual, one-on-one evaluation without attending the regular Competition Development courses.

Coaches who have not yet achieved Competition Development Trained status are encouraged to apply, provided they are prepared to complete the necessary requirements by the certification deadline.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

Preference may be given to coaches who are actively involved in Ontario-sanctioned table tennis competitions, demonstrating ongoing engagement with competitive athletes and the provincial competition system.

Expectations and Responsibilities

The selected Assistant Coach is expected to participate in the entire Team Ontario preparation program, including:

  • Canada Winter Games: Attend the Games and work alongside Head Coach Hongtao Chen in supporting Ontario athletes during training and competition.

  • Provincial Training Camps: Attend approximately 3–4 weekend training camps planned before the Games.

  • Team Building: Participate in team-building and preparation activities organized by the Ontario Ministry of Sport.

  • Team Preparation: Collaborate with the Head Coach and OTTA in planning, communication and athlete support.

The selected coach must be committed to the full preparation process, not only attendance at the Games.

How to Apply

Interested female coaches should submit an application including:

  • Brief summary of coaching experience

  • Current NCCP qualifications and training completed

  • Involvement in Ontario-sanctioned competitions, if applicable

  • Confirmation of availability for the Games and preparatory activities

  • If applicable, a plan to complete outstanding Competition Development requirements

Application Deadline: November 15, 2026

Email: otta@ontariotabletennis.com

Subject: Female Assistant Coach – 2027 Canada Winter Games

Ontario Table Tennis is committed to creating opportunities for female coaches to develop their skills, gain high-performance experience and advance within the Canadian coaching system.

Join Team Ontario, learn from an experienced Head Coach and help build on Ontario’s winning tradition at the 2027 Canada Winter Games!