The Ontario Table Tennis Association (OTTA) is pleased to announce that all invited athletes have formally confirmed their participation for the forthcoming 2026 Canadian Championships.

Commendations to Athletes and High-Performance Centers

We extend our sincere congratulations to the selected athletes, whose discipline and competitive excellence have earned them a distinguished position on the provincial roster.

Furthermore, the OTTA wishes to acknowledge the profound impact of our High-Performance Centers (HPCs) and their dedicated coaching staff. Their rigorous, year-round commitment to athlete development, technical evaluation, and strategic planning has been fundamental in assembling this high-caliber delegation.

In a testament to the growing depth of our sport, ten distinct HPCs have contributed to this year’s roster—the highest level of club diversity recorded to date. We recognize the following HPCs for their vital role in developing Ontario’s elite talent:

  • True North: 8 Athletes
  • Three 10: 7 Athletes
  • Qi Hang: 2 Athletes
  • Oakville: 2 Athlete
  • Geng Academy: 1 Athlete
  • More Fun: 1 Athlete
  • Elite: 1 Athlete
  • Grace Academy: 1 Athlete
  • SpinSTar: 1 Athlete
  • CCTTA: 1 Athlete

Coaching Selection Principles and Requirements

In alignment with our commitment to transparency and merit-based leadership, coaching staff for each specific team are selected based on the composition of the athlete roster:

  • Club Representation: The High-Performance Center (HPC) with the highest number of athletes on a specific team roster is granted the privilege of nominating the coach.
  • Performance Tie-Break: In the event of an equal number of athletes from different centers, the nomination goes to the HPC whose athlete achieved a higher final standing at the Ontario Championships.
  • Eligibility Standards: Nominated clubs must submit coaches’ names by June 5. Coaches has to be certified and Safe Sport-compliant.
  • Final Endorsement: All appointments remain subject to final review and authorization by the OTTA to ensure strict adherence to provincial standards of leadership and athlete safety.