Upcoming Events
CEC Youth Boulder National Championships
This event is organized by Climbing Escalade Canada. Please visit the CEC’s Competition Series page for information.
Youth B, Youth A and Junior athletes are eligible to compete at Nationals.
The OCF has received 5 spots per gender category direct to Boulder Nationals (bypassing Regionals and not including those auto-qualified by the CEC). These spots will be allocated according to our published Selection Policy.
The 10 OCF athletes competing at Boulder Regionals will also have the chance to qualify for Boulder Nationals (the top 15 at that event will move on to Nationals).
CEC 2023-24 Youth Lead National Championships
This event is organized by Climbing Escalade Canada. Please visit the CEC’s Competition Series page for information.
Youth B, Youth A and Junior athletes are eligible to compete at Nationals.
The OCF has received 10 spots per gender category to Lead Nationals. These spots will be allocated according to our published Selection Policy.
CEC 2023-24 Youth Regional Championships East
This event is organized by Climbing Escalade Canada. Please visit the CEC’s Competition Series page for information.
Youth C, Youth B, Youth A and Junior athletes are eligible to compete at Regionals.
The OCF has received 10 spots per gender category to Boulder Regionals (in addition to 5 spots direct to Boulder Nationals and a few athletes who have auto-qualified through the CEC HPP). These spots will be allocated according to our published Selection Policy.
OCF 2023-24 Difficulty Provincials - D/C/B/A/JR/Adult
Apr. 6 UPDATE - Finals Start Lists
Apr. 5 UPDATE - Start Lists
Apr. 4 UPDATE - Parking
Apr. 3 UPDATE - Draft Schedule
Mar. 29 UPDATE - Volunteers
Mar. 26 UPDATE - Application Process
Mar. 15 UPDATE - Waivers; Clothing Sale
Mar. 14 UPDATE - Qualification List (Expansion for Youth A Male, Youth B Female and Youth B Male AND clarification regarding Foreign Nationals)
Mar. 5 UPDATE - Qualification List; Registration; Format; Accommodations
This event is open to all D, C, B, A, Junior and Adult athletes with an OCF Competitive Membership who qualified for Difficulty Provincials.
Registration
Registration for all qualified athletes is now open. Please click here to register.
Please note the registration deadline for all qualified athletes is Wednesday, March 27 @ 5pm. Following that date, quota spots will be allocated to the next athlete in the qualification list.
Qualified Athletes
Please note that, in accordance with our rules, any athlete who participated in the one (1) B/A/Jr/Adult Difficulty Qualifier event held is eligible to attend Provincials, including those who did not finish in the Top 20. The changes affect athletes in Youth A Male, Youth B Female, and Youth B Male. The lists below have been updated to reflect this change.
Additionally, the OCF will allow Foreign Nationals to compete in Difficulty Provincials where they qualify. Where a Foreign National takes the spot of an Ontario resident athlete, we have extended the qualification to include all quota spots by Ontario resident athletes. The lists below have also been updated to reflect this change.
Adult Female
Adult Male
Junior Female
Junior Male
Youth A Female
Youth A Male V2
Youth B Female V2
Youth B Male V2
Youth C Female
Youth C Male
Youth D Female V2
Youth D Male
Application Process
The OCF is opening an application process for anyone who was unable to attend one or both of the Difficulty Qualification events. Note that there would need to be significant extenuating circumstances for the OCF to grant permission for an athlete who did not participate in a Qualifier to then attend Provincials. If you feel this applies to you, the application link is below, and the deadline is Friday, March 29 at 5pm.
Please click here to submit your application.
Schedule
This is a two-day event with all activity taking place on Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7, 2024.
DRAFT SCHEDULE
Saturday, April 6, 2024
Qualification Round
Youth B and Youth D
8:00am B and D athlete check in and warm up
9:00am Judges' briefing
9:15am B and D athlete briefing
9:30am Climbing begins for B and D
12:00pm Climbing ends for B and D
Youth A/Jr/Adult and Youth C
11:30am A/Jr/Adult and C athlete check in and warm up
12:30pm Judges' briefing
12:45pm A/Jr/Adult and C athlete briefing
1:00pm Climbing begins for A/Jr/Adult and C
4:30pm Climbing ends
5:00pm Everyone out of the building for routes turnover
Sunday, April 7, 2024
Finals Round
Youth D and Youth B
8:00am ISO opens for all athletes - athlete and coach check in
9:00am ISO closes for all athletes
9:15am Judges' meeting
9:30am Athlete briefing (all athletes)
9:45am Route previews for A/Jr/Adult and C
9:55am Route previews for B and D
10:00am Finals begins for B and D
11:30am Finals begins for A/Jr/Adult and C
1:30pm Finals ends
Awards immediately following
Format
Qualification Round
2 routes, flash format (no ISO)
Randon running orders random (staggered between two routes)
Video route preview
Finals Round:
One route, on-sight (ISO) with preview
Running order last to first
The eight (8) highest ranked athletes from the Qualification Round in each category shall advance to the Finals Round.
Start Lists
Youth D Female and Male
Youth B Female
Youth B Male
Youth C Male and Female
Youth A/Jr/Adult Female
Youth A/Jr/Adult Male
Youth D Female and Male Finals
Youth B Female and Male Finals
Youth C Female and Male Finals
Youth A/Jr/Adult Female and Male Finals
Accommodations
Junction Climbing Centre has secured a block of hotel rooms for athletes and/or their parents to reserve. Below is the link for booking rooms under our preferred rate at the 4 Points by Sheraton, 1150 Wellington Rd, London. This offer expires Monday, March 18. You can also book by phone using the Group Booking for the Ontario Climbing Federation.
Book your group rate for Ontario Climbing Association
Event Summary: Ontario Climbing Association
Start Date: Thursday, April 4, 2024
End Date: Sunday, April 7, 2024
Last Day to Book: Monday, March 18, 2024
Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
Four Points by Sheraton London for 180 CAD - 230 CAD per night
Book your group rate for Ontario Climbing Association
Spectators
Spectators will be allowed based on the facility’s capacity. Any limits and/or spectator fees will be announced prior to the event.
Volunteers
We have a list of volunteer needs for this event to ensure the best possible climbing event for our participants! If you can help out, please find a time slot that works for your schedule.
Click on this link to register to volunteer!
Waivers
Everyone entering the building MUST have a waiver signed, whether you are an athlete, coach, or spectator. Please click here to sign your waiver in advance and ease congestion at registration.
Coaches
Only OCF certfied coaches will be given coaching credentials for this event. Further updates to the coaching requirements will be announced shortly.
Event T-Shirts!
Junction will have event clothing on sale at the event! Here is the link through which you can pre-order your shirts, crew necks or hoodies:
https://positiveidentity.com/junction/index.html
Pre-ordering guarantees size and colour choice, but shirts will also be available to be purchased and printed during the Saturday of the competition.
Parking
Please note the parking details for the competition days below. Junction staff will be out to assist with managing parking for athletes, parents, volunteers, officials, and staff. Please follow their direction.
OCF 2023-24 Boulder Provincials - D/C/B/A/JR/Adult
The top 20 athletes after the two Boulder Qualifiers have qualified to compete at Boulder Provincial Championships.
This will be a two-day competition for each category. All qualifying rounds will take place on Saturday, March 23, and all finals rounds will take place on Sunday, March 24.
Please review this page for everything you need to know about the event.
OCF 2023-24 Boulder Qualifier #2 - E/D/C
Mar. 8 UPDATE - Schedule change!
Mar. 4 UPDATE - Registration; Schedule; Format; Volunteers; Waiver
This event is open to all E, D and C athletes with an OCF Competitive Membership.
Registration
Registration closes Wednesday, March 6 at 5pm. Please click on this link to register for this competition.
Schedule
Qualification Round - Youth C
6:45am Doors open
7:30am Athlete briefing - C BOYS
7:45am Judges briefing
8:00am Start of Qualification Round - C BOYS
10:00am End of Qualification Round - C BOYS
9:30am Athlete briefing - C GIRLS
10:00am Start of Qualification Round - C GIRLS
12:00am End of Qualification Round - C GIRLS
Climbing – E & D
11:30am Athlete briefing
12:00pm Start of Round - All D & E Athletes
2:30pm End of Round - All D & E Athletes
Finals Round - Youth C (Boys & Girls)
2:30pm ISO opens for all Youth C finalists
3:30pm ISO closes for all Youth C finalists
4:00pm Start of Finals Round
6:00pm End of Finals Round
Awards to follow
Format
Youth E/D
Competition format will be scramble format with 30 problems:
Judges will be assigned to sections of problems
The top 6 scores will be used to calculate final rankings for Youth D athletes
Judged comp but no cameras and no appeals
Youth E results not posted
Youth C
Competition format will be scramble format with 30 problems:
Judges will be assigned to sections of problems
The top 6 scores will be used to calculate who will qualify for finals
The top 6 Youth C climbers will advance to the finals round
Finals will consist of 4 problems, 5-on-5-off between problems in isolation format.
Spectators
Spectators will be allowed as long as a valid waiver is completed.
Volunteers
Please volunteer by clicking on the link (you can sign up for more than one shift): https://signup.com/go/AJFyPZU
Waivers
If you have not visited Climber’s Rock within the past two years, please complete a facility waiver before the competition (spectators and athletes): https://climbersrock.com/waiver/
Coaches
Only OCF certified coaches will be given coaching credentials for this event and will be allowed in ISO.
OCF 2023-24 Boulder Qualifier #2 - Youth B/A/Jr/Adult
Mar. 9 UPDATE - Youth B Qualifier Results; Youth B Finals Start List; A/Jr/Adult Qualifier Results
Mar. 6 UPDATE - Spectator Registration
Mar. 5 UPDATE - Schedule; Volunteers
Mar. 4 UPDATE - Registration; Schedule; Format; Spectator Fee; Waiver; Parking
This event is open to all B, A, Junior, and Adult athletes with an OCF Competitive Membership.
Registration
Registration closes Wednesday, March 6 at 5pm. Please click here to register for this competition.
Schedule
Please find the DRAFT schedule below:
Youth B Qualification Round
7:00am Doors open for registration and warm-up*
7:30am Judges Meeting
7:45am Athlete Briefing
8:00am Start of Youth B Qualification Round
11:00am End of Youth B Qualification Round
Youth A / Junior / Adult Qualification Round
11:00am Doors open for registration and warm-up*
11:30am Judges Meeting
11:45am Athlete Briefing
12:00pm Start of Youth A / Junior / Adult Qualification Round
3:00pm End of Youth A / Junior / Adult Qualification Round
Youth B Finals
4:00pm ISO opens for Youth B finalists
4:30pm ISO closes for Youth B finalists**
4:30pm Judges Meeting
4:45pm Athlete Briefing
5:00pm Start of Youth B Finals
6:30pm End of Youth B Finals
6:45pm Youth B Awards
Youth A / Junior / Adult Finals
6:30pm ISO opens for Youth A / Junior / Adult finalists
7:00pm ISO closes for Youth A / Junior / Adult finalists**
7:00pm Judges Meeting
7:15pm Athlete Briefing
7:30pm Start of Youth A / Junior / Adult Finals
9:30pm End of Youth A / Junior / Adult Finals
9:45pm Youth A / Junior / Adult Awards
* Athletes may check in at any time during the hybrid scramble format.
** For the Final Rounds, finalists and any coaches entering ISO must be checked into ISO by the ISO close time.
Format
Qualification Round: Modified/Hybrid Scramble
8-problems per gender per category
8 attempt maximum per athlete per problem
3 or 4 hour time limit for the qualification round (subject to change)
Finals Round: IFSC semi-final format (ISO, 4 problems, 5 on/ 5 off, running order last to first)
Quota to Finals scaled based on # athletes in Qualification Round
Start Lists
Results
Youth B Male - Qualifier (top 12 to finals)
Youth B Female - Qualifier (top 9 to finals)
See Compseason!
Youth A Male - Qualifier (top 11 to finals)
Youth A Female - Qualifier (top 6 to finals)
Junior Male - Qualifier (top 4 to finals)
Junior Female - Qualifier (top 6 to finals)
Adult Male - Qualifier (top 6 to finals)
Adult Female - Qualifier (top 4 to finals)
Spectators
Spectator are welcome to the gym throughout the day. The gym will be charging a spectator fee of $7 + HST.
Please register in advance to help save time lining up at the venue! Click on this link to register as a spectator now.
Volunteers
We will need a substantial number of volunteers to help make this competition be the best possible climbing experience for the athletes! Please sign up here to join the team.
Waivers
Anyone who enters the facility will need to sign a waiver. Please use the links below depending on your age:
Parking
Parking at Boulder Parc is available at the back of the facility. Click here for the Google Maps link of the gym.
Coaches
Only OCF certified coaches will be given coaching credentials for this event. Please check-in as a coach upon entering the facility.
OCF 2023-24 Difficulty/Lead Qualifier #1 - Youth B
Mar. 1 UPDATE - Start Lists
Feb. 20 UPDATE - Volunteers; Waivers; Spectators; Parking
Feb. 7 UPDATE - Draft Schedule; Registration
Dec. 18 UPDATE - The date of this competition will be Saturday, March 2.
Dec. 15 UPDATE - We are working with Aspire Climbing Whitby to finalize the final date for this competition during the weekend of March 2 and 3.
This event is only open to all Youth B athletes with an OCF Competitive Membership.
Registration
Registration is open until Tuesday, February 27 @ 5pm. Please click here to register for this competition.
Schedule
Draft Schedule
7:30AM - Gym opens for Check In and Warm up
8:30 AM - Start of Male & Female Qualification round
2 Routes - Female
2 Routes - Male
4 athletes to be climbing at the same time. Each Athlete completes two routes.
12:00 PM - End of Qualification Round
2:00 PM - ISO Opens
2:30 PM - ISO Closes
3:00 PM - Finals Begins
Both Male & Female
4:00PM - End of Finals
4:30PM – 5:00PM - Awards
Format
Youth B - Lead
Qualification Round: 2 routes, flash format (no ISO), running orders random (staggered between two routes), video route preview
No semi-final round, including at Provincials
Finals Round: one route, on-sight (ISO) with preview, running order last to first
Quota to Finals be 8 athletes per gender.
Start Lists
Youth B Female Qualifying Round
Youth B Male Qualifying Round
Youth B Female and Male Finals
Spectators
There will be a spectator fee of $6+HST for this event. Please click on this link to pre-register and fill in your waiver in advance!
Volunteers
We are looking for volunteers to help us make this event the best it can possibly be for our athletes! Please click here to sign up for a shift.
Waivers
Please click on this link to complete your online waiver prior to entering the facility.
Parking
There is substantial parking in the building parking lot.
Coaches
Only OCF certfied coaches will be given coaching credentials for this event.
CEC 2023-24 Speed National Championships
Feb 2 UPDATE - Speed Nationals Application Process
Jan 30 UPDATE - OCF Qualified Athletes
This event is organized by Climbing Escalade Canada. Please visit CEC’s Event Central page for information about the event.
Application
Youth D, C, B, A, Junior and Adult athletes are eligible to compete at CEC Senior Boulder Nationals, and there will be a combined Senior category as well.
The OCF received 5 quota spots per category and gender, and so some of these spots may not be available following Speed Provincials despite this application process.
As per the OCF Rules, only athletes who participated at the Speed Provincials on Sunday, January 28, 2024 are eligible to compete in Speed Nationals. However, understanding individuals may have not been able to attend the Speed Provincials, the OCF is opening this application process for individuals who wish to attend Nationals.
Please click here to submit your application.
Please submit your applications by Monday, February 5 at 5pm.
** Applications will be assessed individually on an ongoing basis to give athletes enough time to book their travel and accommodation.
Registration
The OCF will register qualified athletes in Vertical Life.
Qualified athletes must register and pay for the competition on CEC’s registration site (https://member.climbingcanada.ca) by February 8, 2024 @ 11:59pm.
Selection Policy
The OCF has been allocated five (5) spots at Speed Nationals for each of Youth B Female, Youth B Male, Youth A Female, Youth A Male, Junior Female, Junior Male, Senior Female and Senior Male. A handful of extra quota spots may also be made available.
The OCF’s quota spots for each category will be allocated according to our published Selection Policy to the top finishers at Speed Provincials at Pinnacle on January 28, 2024.
OCF Qualified Athletes
Youth B Male
1 DYLAN Talacko
2 EVAN Rajan
3 NASH Scharlach
4 JARED Duggan
5 LARSEN Krainikov
Youth B Female
1 ELAINA Todd
2 LEXIE Inglis
3 SHANA Shokouhi
4 VANESSA Ramer-Clark
5 NIKITA Sandu
Youth A Male
1 LUCAS Peters
2 STEVEN Ramer-Clark
3 PETER Nunan
4 FREDERIC Ho
5 NICHOLAS Warner
6 TOBIAS Speissegger (by application)
Youth A Female
1 KAITLYN Davies
2 GRACE Lukasik
3 PEYTON Zeni
4 SARAH Gatotos
5 CHARLOTTE Richards
Junior Male
1 LIAM Leblanc
2 ADEN Rajan
3 MICHAEL Grant
Senior Male
1 LUCAS Peters
2 ADEN Rajan
3 LIAM Leblanc
4 PETER Nunan
5 LAKELAND Earle
6 TOBIAS Speissegger (by application)
7 STEVEN Ramer-Clark (by application)
Senior Female
1 REENA Gao
2 GRACE Lukasik
3 KAITLYN Davies
4 PEYTON Zeni
5 SARAH Gatotos
Speed Development Camp
In conjunction with Speed Nationals, CEC is also hosting a Speed Development Camp for both athletes and coaches. The Camp is open to anyone 14 and older as of Dec 31, 2023 on a first come first serve basis. Refer to the Event Central page for more information.
OCF 2023-24 Difficulty/Top Rope Qualifier #2 - E/D/C
Feb. 8 UPDATE - Start Lists
Feb. 6 UPDATE - Draft Schedule; Parking; Spectators; Waivers
Feb. 5 UPDATE - Registration Extension
Dec. 23 UPDATE - Reach Indoor Climbing will be hosting the Youth C category on Saturday, February 10, and the Youth E and Youth D categories on Sunday, February 11, 2024.
Dec. 15 UPDATE - We are working with Reach Indoor Climbing to see if we will be holding Youth C and Youth D/E competitions on separate days during this weekend of February 10-11, or if both categories will be hosted on the same day (whether it be the Saturday or the Sunday).
This event is open to all E, D and C athletes with an OCF Competitive Membership.
Registration
Registration for this event is open to all Youth E, D and C athletes. Please click on this link to register.
The registration deadline has been extended to Wednesday, February 7 @ 5pm.
Schedule
DRAFT SCHEDULE
Saturday, February 10
YOUTH C SCHEDULE
Youth C Qualification Round
8:00am - Gym opens for check-in and warmup *
8:30am - Judges Meeting
8:45am - Athlete Meeting
9:00am - Start of Youth C Qualification Round competition
12:30pm End of Youth C Qualification round competition
Youth C Finals
2:30pm - ISO opens for finalists and coaches
3:00pm - ISO closes (min 2 hours after last Qualification Round climber) **
3:00pm - Judges Meeting
3:15pm - Athlete Meeting
3:30pm - Final Round starts
5:30pm - Estimated end of Final Round
Awards to follow
* Athletes may check in at any time as long as they are ready to climb when it’s their turn on the Start Lists.
** For the Youth C Final Round, finalists (top 8 per gender category) and any coaches entering ISO must be checked into ISO by the ISO close time.
Sunday, February 11
YOUTH D/E SCHEDULE
Youth D/E Competition
8:00am - Gym opens for check-in and warmup *
8:30am - Judges Meeting
8:45am - Athlete Meeting
9:00am - Start of Youth D/E competition
1:00pm - End of Youth D/E competition
Awards to follow
* Athletes may check in at any time as long as they are ready to climb when it’s their turn on the Start Lists.
Format
Youth E & D - Top-Rope
Athletes will complete 4 routes and have 2 attempts per route. The competition will begin with a random running order. Please note the first attempt is worth more than second attempt, and that Youth E results are not posted.
Youth C - Top-Rope
Qualification Round: 2 routes, flash format (no ISO), random running orders (staggered between two routes) with a video route preview.
Finals Round: one route, on-sight (ISO) with preview, running order last to first. The quota to Finals will be scaled based on registration numbers in the Qualification Round.
Start Lists
Youth D/E - ALL ROUTES (Sunday)
Youth D/E - Routes A & B
Youth D/E - Routes C & D
Spectators
There will be no spectator fee. However, please note that there is a capacity of 125 people. If athletes could please limit the number of spectators who will be attending in order to ensure everyone has someone present.
Volunteers
We have a range of volunteer opportunities available, and need your help! Please click here to register and help our athletes have the best sporting experience possible.
Waivers
Everyone entering the facility must complete a waiver, including athletes, coaches and spectators. Please click on this link to complete your online waiver prior to entering the facility.
Parking
There is some limited parking available at the gym. Overflow parking is available at any plaza across the street (LA Fitness or Sheridan Nurseries plazas). Please DO NOT block any bay doors or laneways around the facility.
Coaches
Only OCF certfied coaches will be given coaching credentials for this event.
OCF 2023-24 Difficulty/Lead Qualifier #1 - A/JR/Adult
Feb 2 UPDATE - Final Schedule; Start List
Jan 31 UPDATE - Parking; Spectators; Waivers; Volunteers
Jan 30 UPDATE - Registration deadline; Draft Schedule
This event is open to all Youth A, Junior and Adult athletes with an OCF Competitive Membership. This competitions does NOT include Youth B athletes. The Youth B Difficulty Qualifier #1 will be held at Aspire Whitby on Saturday, March 2. You can find more information for that competition on the event page.
Registration
Registration will open on Monday, November 27 at 12pm and close on Wednesday, January 31 at 5pm.
Schedule
Final Schedule
8:30am* - Gym open for check-in and warm-up
9:30am - Judges’ Briefing
9:45am - Athlete Briefing
10:00am - Start of Qualification Round
1:30pm - Estimated end of Qualification Round
* Athletes may check in at anytime this morning, as long as they’re ready to climb when it is their turn
3:00pm - ISO opens for finalists
3:00pm - Judges’ Briefing
3:15pm - Athlete Briefing
3:30pm - ISO closes for finalists**
4:00 pm - Start of Final Round
5:45 pm - Estimated end of Final Round
**All finalists must be checked into ISO by this time
Awards to follow
Format
Lead
Qualification Round: 2 routes, flash format (no ISO), running orders random (staggered between two routes), video route preview
No semi-final round, including at Provincials
Finals Round: one route, on-sight (ISO) with preview, running order last to first
Quota to Finals scaled based on # in Qualification Round
Start Lists
Spectators
Spectators will be allowed based on the facility’s capacity. There will be no charge to spectators for this event.
Parking
There is ample parking available at the front of the building for all competitors and spectators.
Volunteers
Volunteers will be needed for this competition. Please click here to sign up to volunteer.
Waivers
Everyone entering the building must have a valid waiver. Please click here to fill in the waiver in advance of registration.
Coaches
Only OCF certfied coaches will be given coaching credentials for this event. Further updates to the coaching requirements will be announced shortly.
OCF 2023-24 Speed Provincials - D/C/B/A/JR/Adult
Jan 28 UPDATE - B/A/Jr/Adult Start List
Jan 26 UPDATE - CEC Speed Nationals Quota Allocation
Jan 25 UPDATE - IMPORTANT - Film Crew Presence; Parking; Spectator Fee; Draft Starting Orders
Jan 16 UPDATE - Draft Schedule; Volunteer Link
OCF Speed Provincials is open to all D/C/B/A/Jr/Adult athletes who attended the Speed Qualifier on December 19, 2023. Youth E athletes are not currently eligible to participate in OCF Speed competitions. If you were unable to attend the Speed Qualifier, please fill out the application form here to see if you can attend. The deadline to apply is Monday, January 22, 2024 at 5pm.
Results from Speed Provincials will be used to qualify Youth B, Youth A, Junior and Senior athletes for CEC Speed National Championships (Feb 17/18 at the Calgary Climbing Centre).
The OCF has been allocated five (5) spots at Speed Nationals for each of Youth B Female, Youth B Male, Youth A Female, Youth A Male, Junior Female, Junior Male, Senior Female and Senior Male. A handful of extra quota spots may also be made available.
The OCF’s quota spots for each category will be allocated according to our published Selection Policy to the top finishers at Speed Provincials at Pinnacle on January 28, 2024.
Please review the information below to make sure you have everything you need for the competition.
Film Crew Presence
There will be a film crew present during the competition. If you DO NOT want to be filmed, please email info@climbontario.ca as soon as possible.
Registration
Registration is now closed.
Categories
Youth D, C, B, A, and Junior
Adult (non-youth)
Senior
Youth A, Junior and Adult athletes should register in their individual categories. These athletes will be automatically registered in the combined Senior category.
Format
Youth D & C athletes will climb the CEC Official Youth C/D Speed Route.
Youth A, Junior and Adult athletes will compete in a single Qualification Round. These results will be used to rank athletes in their individual category (Youth A, Junior, and Adult) as well as in the combined Senior category. If an athlete qualifies for the Final Rounds in more than one category (for example, a Youth A athlete qualifies in both Youth A and Senior), the athlete will compete in separate finals for each category.
Please see section 14 of our Rules for further information: https://www.climbontario.ca/rules
DRAFT Schedule
Session 1: Youth D/C
7:30am Gym opens for check-in and warmup
8:30am Start of Youth D/C Speed Competition
Practice Round
Qualification Round
Final Round
11:30am End of Youth D/C Speed Competition
Awards to follow
Youth B/A/Jr/Adult & Senior Competition
11:30am Gym opens for check-in and warmup
12:30pm Start of Youth B/A/Jr/Adult & Senior Speed Competition
Practice Round
Qualification Round
Final Round
Separate Final Round for Seniors
5:00pm End of Youth B/A/Jr/Adult & Open Speed Competition
Awards to follow
Starting Orders
Youth D/C - Qualification Round
Youth B, Youth A, Junior, Adult - Qualification Round
Spectators
Spectators will be allowed based on the facility’s capacity. There will be a charge of $7.25 per spectator to attend the event.
Volunteers
We are looking for volunteers to assist us with the delivery of this event! Please click on this link to register and sign up as a volunteer!
Parking
Parking is available at the back of the building. Overflow parking is available on the street; however, please follow all typical municipal parking regulations as it pertains to curbs, fire hydrants, etc.
Waivers
Please complete your Pinnacle waiver online prior to the event: https://pinnacleindoorclimbing.com/waiver/
Important Notes:
Everyone entering the gym must sign a facility waiver. This includes athletes, coaches, volunteers and spectators.
Please complete your waiver in advance of the comp to reduce delays on the day of the competition
Coaches
Only OCF certified coaches will be given coaching credentials for this event. Please see our website for additional information: https://www.climbontario.ca/coaches.
Results
Results will be posted at https://compseason.com.
Questions
Please reach out to us with any questions at info@climbontario.ca.
OCF 2023-24 Boulder Qualifier # 1 - Youth E/D/C
Jan 13 UPDATE: Youth C Finals Start List
Jan 10 UPDATE: Start Lists; Competition format information; Spectator Fee; Waiver link
Jan 5 UPDATE: Registration deadline extension; Tentative schedule; Volunteer signup link
This event is open to all E, D and C athletes with an OCF Competitive Membership.
Registration
Registration is now closed.
Schedule
DRAFT SCHEDULE
8:00am: Gym opens to all competitors for warm up
8:30am: Youth C Judges’ Meeting
8:45am: Youth C Athlete Briefing
9:00am - 12:30pm: Youth C qualifying round
9:00am: Youth E/D Female Judges’ Meeting
9:15am: Youth E/D Female Athlete Briefing
9:30am - 11am: Youth E/D female climbing
11:00am: Youth E/D Male Judges’ Meeting
11:15am: Youth E/D Male Athlete Briefing
11:30am - 1pm: Youth E/D male climbing
1:30pm: Youth E/D awards
2:00pm: ISO opens for C finalists
3:00pm: ISO closes for C finalists
3:30pm - 4:45pm: Youth C female finals round
5pm - 6:15pm: Youth C male finals round
6:30pm: Youth C awards
Format
Bouldering - Youth E & D
Modified scramble
8 problems, max 6 attempts per problem, athletes attempt problems in any order (no running orders)
Judged comp but no cameras and no appeals
Youth E results not posted
Bouldering - Youth C
Qualification Round: CEC/IFSC flash format (6 problems per category, athletes climb 3 problems at a time, 5 on/5 off, break between sets of 3 problems, random running order, beta videos provided in advance, beta allowed anytime including in rest chairs but except when climbing)
Finals Round: IFSC semi-final format (ISO, 4 problems, 5 on/ 5 off, running order last to first)
Quota to Finals scaled based on # athletes in Qualification Round
Start Lists
Youth C Finals (Male & Female)
Youth D/E Female and Male have no start list and will begin as groups at the time outlined above in the schedule.
Spectators
There will be a spectator fee of $5 to attend the competition.
Volunteers
Volunteers will be needed for this competition. To register as a volunteer, please click on this link.
Waivers
Please fill in the Steel Peaks Waiver form prior to arriving for easier check-in and registration on the day. Everyone must have a waiver to be in the building.
Coaches
Only OCF certfied coaches will be given coaching credentials for this event. Further updates to the coaching requirements will be announced shortly.
OCF 2023-24 Speed Qualifier #1 - D/C/B/A/Jr/Adult/Senior
DEC 17 UPDATE - DRAFT Start Times for D/C - V3
DEC 17 UPDATE - DRAFT Start Times for D/C - V2
Dec 16 UPDATE - DRAFT Start Times for B/A/Jr/Adult - V4
Dec 15 UPDATE - DRAFT Start Times for B/A/Jr/Adult - V3
Dec 14 UPDATE - DRAFT Start Times for B/A/Jr/Adult - V2
Dec 13 UPDATE - DRAFT Schedule; DRAFT Start Times
Dec 11 UPDATE - Parking; Spectators; Waivers; DRAFT Schedule
This event is open to all D, C, B, A, Jr, Adult, and Senior athletes with an OCF Competitive Membership.
Registration
Registration is now closed.
Schedule
This is a one day event with all activity taking place on Sunday, December 17, 2023.
DRAFT SCHEDULE
Session 1: Youth D/C
7:30am Gym opens for check-in and warmup
8:30am Start of Youth D/C Speed Competition
Practice Round
Qualification Round
Final Round
11:30am End of Youth D/C Speed Competition
Awards to follow
Youth B/A/Jr/Adult & Senior Competition
11:30am Gym opens for check-in and warmup
12:30pm Start of Youth B/A/Jr/Adult & Senior Speed Competition
Practice Round
Qualification Round
Final Round - Separate Final Round for Senior
5:00pm End of Youth B/A/Jr/Adult & Senior Speed Competition
Awards to follow
Format
Please refer to the OCF Rulebook for all information regarding the Speed format.
Start Lists
DRAFT START LISTS
Session 1: Youth D and Youth C
Session 2: Youth B, Youth A, Junior, Adult
Spectators
Spectators will be allowed based on the facility’s capacity. There will be a charge of $7.25 per spectator to attend the event.
Volunteers
Volunteers will be needed for this competition. A volunteer link will be announced shortly.
Parking
Parking is available at the back of the building. Overflow parking is available on the street; however, please follow all typical municipal parking regulations as it pertains to curbs, fire hydrants, etc.
Waivers
Everyone needs to sign a waiver prior to entering the climbing gym. Please click here to fill out your waiver in advance of arriving.
Coaches
Only OCF certified coaches will be given coaching credentials for this event. Further updates to the coaching requirements will be announced shortly.
OCF 2023-24 Difficulty/Top Rope Qualifier #1 - Youth E/D/C
Dec. 9 UPDATE - Youth C Finals Start List
Dec. 8 UPDATE - Parking; Spectator Tickets;
Dec. 7 UPDATE - Start List
Dec. 6 UPDATE - Schedule; Format; Waivers
This event is open to all E, D and C athletes with an OCF Competitive Membership.
Registration
Registration is now closed.
Schedule
This is a one day event with all activity taking place on Saturday, December 9, 2023.
Please note the FINAL SCHEDULE below:
Youth C Qualification Round
8:00am Gym opens for check-in and warmup *
8:30am Judges Meeting
8:45am Athlete Meeting
9:00am Start of Youth C Qualification Round competition
2:30pm End of Youth C Qualification round competition
Youth D/E Competition
2:15pm Gym opens for check-in and warmup *
2:45pm Judges Meeting
3:00pm Athlete Meeting
3:15pm Start of Youth D/E competition
7:15pm End of Youth D/E competition
Awards to follow
Youth C Finals
7:00pm ISO opens for finalists and coaches
7:30pm ISO closes (min 2 hours after last Qualification Round climber) **
7:30pm Judges Meeting
7:45pm Athlete Meeting
8:00pm Final Round starts
9:30pm Estimated end of Final Round
Awards to follow
* Athletes may check in at any time as long as they are ready to climb when it’s their turn on the Start Lists.
** For the Youth C Final Round, finalists (top 8 per gender category) and any coaches entering ISO must be checked into ISO by the ISO close time.
Format
Youth E & D - Top-Rope
Athletes will complete 4 routes and have 2 attempts per route. The competition will begin with a random running order. Please note the first attempt is worth more than second attempt, and that Youth E results are not posted.
Youth C - Top-Rope
Qualification Round: 2 routes, flash format (no ISO), random running orders (staggered between two routes) with a video route preview.
Finals Round: one route, on-sight (ISO) with preview, running order last to first. The quota to Finals will be scaled based on registration numbers in the Qualification Round.
Start Lists
Spectators
Please find spectator ticket purchase information below. All athletes are given 1 free ticket. Additional tickets are $5 each.
ASPIRE MILTON SPECTATOR TICKET PURCHASE INFORMATION
Volunteers
Volunteers will be needed for this competition, especially for the Youth D/E categories. To register and assist with the delivery of our first E/D/C event of the year, please click this link.
Waivers
Please click on this link to complete your online waiver prior to entering the facility.
Parking
Please find pertinent information regarding parking at Aspire Milton at the link below.
Coaches
Only OCF certfied coaches will be given coaching credentials for this event. Further updates to the coaching requirements will be announced shortly.
CEC 2023-24 Senior Lead National Championships
Update - Nov 6: Final roster spots announced below.
This event is organized by Climbing Escalade Canada. Please visit the CEC’s Event Central page for information.
Registration Instructions
Qualified athletes should register for the competition on CEC’s registration site:
Purchase a CEC license, sign any waivers, and register and pay for the competitions
Please note that this site looks and feels the same as the OCF's site but requires a different password, username and membership
Your application will be pending at first, but CEC will approve it based on the list the of qualified athletes the OCF provides CEC
If your circumstances change and you are unable or decide not to compete, please let us know so that we can reallocate your spot
Registration deadline: November 12, 2023, 11:59pm ET
Qualification Procedure
The OCF has been given a quota of 25 spots per gender category for CEC Senior Lead National Championships at the Richmond Olympic Oval.
As per the OCF Selection Policy, the top twenty (20) athletes in each gender at OCF 2023 Lead Provincials will receive spots automatically.
Two (2) additional spots - as well as any declined top twenty (20) spots or any extra quota received from CEC - will be filled through this application process.
Three (3) additional spots will be filled through this application process for any second-year B athletes from last season (2022-23) who have moved up to be a first-year A athlete this season.
APPLICATION FORM - DEADLINE: Sunday, October 29 @ 11:59pm
The following climbers have been pre-qualified to climb at Senior Lead National this November 26-27, 2023.
Qualified Senior Women
Evangelina BRIGGS (Pre-Qualified by CEC)
Indiana CHAPMAN (Pre-Qualified by CEC)
Molly DREHER (Pre-Qualified by CEC)
Alexandra SMITH
Reena GAO
Grace LUKASIK
Mateja VUKOJEVIC
Kaitlyn DAVIES
Sophia BADA
Dakota TRUDELLE
Lestine PASION
Anna Maria KARSTEN
Julia BUNKO
Chaela CHAN
Michele BARANZIKA
Rafaela AMARAL
Rebekka LAGACé-CUSIAC
Kate HAYEEMS
Carly LYNCH
Riley DOHERTY
Paige SCOTT-BURCH
Francesca PARMEGIANI-KILBOURN
Graciela BRIGGS
Qualified Senior Men
Matthew RODRIGUEZ (Pre-Qualified by CEC)
Dylan SMITH
Jack SZUMILAS
Dylan SAFFERY
Ian TAN
Aden RAJAN
Faolan SCHAEFER
Mathew MOREAU
David GILBERT
Jonah PHILLIPS
Reid CHASE
Luke SMALLWOOD
Kian MONJEZI
Peter NUNAN
M.O. SANG
Brody RAPKOWSKI
Stephen MORTON
Nathan LAITA
Liam LEBLANC
Justin BAKER
Emerson HARRIS
Steven RAMER-CLARK
CEC 2023-24 Senior Boulder National Championships
Update - Nov 6: Final roster spots announced below.
This event is organized by Climbing Escalade Canada. Please visit the CEC’s Event Central page for information.
Registration Instructions
Qualified athletes should register for the competition on CEC’s registration site:
Purchase a CEC license, sign any waivers, and register and pay for the competitions
Please note that this site looks and feels the same as the OCF's site but requires a different password, username and membership
Your application will be pending at first, but CEC will approve it based on the list the of qualified athletes the OCF provides CEC
If your circumstances change and you are unable or decide not to compete, please let us know so that we can reallocate your spot
Registration deadline: November 12, 2023, 11:59pm ET
Qualification Procedure
The OCF has been given a quota of 25 spots per gender category for CEC Senior Boulder National Championships at the Richmond Olympic Oval.
As per the OCF Selection Policy, the top twenty (20) athletes in each gender at OCF 2023 Lead Provincials will receive spots automatically.
Two (2) additional spots - as well as any declined top twenty (20) spots or any extra quota received from CEC - will be filled through this application process.
Three (3) additional spots will be filled through this application process for any second-year B athletes from last season (2022-23) who have moved up to be a first-year A athlete this season.
APPLICATION FORM - DEADLINE: Sunday, October 29 @ 11:59pm
The following climbers have been pre-qualified to climb at Senior Boulder Nationals this November 23-24, 2023.
Qualified Athletes
Qualified Senior Women
Bronwyn KARNIS (Pre-qualified by CEC)
Evangelina BRIGGS (Pre-qualified by CEC)
Indiana CHAPMAN (Pre-qualified by CEC)
Jacqueline HO (Pre-qualified by CEC)
Madison RICHARDSON (Pre-qualified by CEC)
Molly DREHER (Pre-Qualified by CEC)
Michele BARANZIKA
Chaela CHAN
Reena GAO
Kaitlyn DAVIES
Mateja VUKOJEVIC
Grace LUKASIK
Riley DOHERTY
Alexandra SMITH
Natalie CHAN
Kate STIRLING
Jacqueline DES ROSIERS
Francesca PARMEGIANI-KILBOURN
Sophia BADA
Alex BUSCH
Kira NG
Leah PENNER
Anna Maria KARSTEN
Dakota TRUDELLE
Rafaela AMARAL
Kathleen LIPIN
Graciela BRIGGS
Qualified Senior Men
Dylan SMITH (Pre-Qualified by CEC)
Matthew RODRIGUEZ (Pre-Qualified by CEC)
Samuel TIUKUVAARA (Pre-Qualified by CEC)
Zach RICHARDSON (Pre-Qualified by CEC)
Ian TAN
Sunil WIJEYSUNDERA
Kirill KRESLING
Faolan SCHAEFER
Christopher GATOTOS
Jonah PHILLIPS
Reid CHASE
Dylan SAFFERY
Jack SZUMILAS
Liam LEBLANC
Dawson SHEPHERD
Mathew MOREAU
Nathan LAITA
Kian MONJEZI
Craig KNUFF
Kaleb GUICHELAAR
Sam COTEY
Elan BEHAR
Aden RAJAN
Gavyn HELSBY
Steven RAMER-CLARK
M.O. SANG
Peter NUNAN
Frederic HO
Stephen MORTON
David GILBERT
OCF 2023 AGM Notice and Call for Board Nominations
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS TO OCF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
AND
NOTICE OF 2023 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
2023 CALL FOR NOMINATIONS TO OCF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The OCF is seeking candidates for our Board of Directors. There are up to three (3) open positions for a two-year term (2023-2025). Information on our nominations process is included in the attached Information Package.
These are exciting times of growth and development for the OCF. Since the last AGM we have:
Hired our Executive Director
Created and implemented an independent complaint process and a first-ever Strategic Plan
Become the officially recognized provincial sport organization for climbing in Ontario.
Our continued success depends on having a strong Board of Directors and other volunteers to support the organization.
We are hoping to build a team with a broad range of combined skills and experience. If you are passionate about sport climbing and would like to help shape the future of competition climbing in Ontario, we ask you to please consider joining the Board.
Applications and any questions should be submitted to the OCF Nominations Committee at: nominations@climbontario.ca.
Application deadline: Wednesday, November 8th, 2023.
OCF Board Nominations - Information Package
OCF Board Nominations - Application Form
NOTICE OF 2023 OCF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
We are pleased to announce that the OCF’s 2023 Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) will take place on Wednesday, November 15th, 2023 at 7:00pm.
This year’s meeting will be held virtually via zoom.
The 2023 AGM agenda is as follows:
Welcome and introductions
Approval of 2022 AGM minutes
Annual report
Presentation of 2022-2023 Financial Statements
Introduction of candidates for election to the OCF Board of Directors
Voting / election of Directors
Other business
Important: Instructions for joining the meeting will be shared with OCF Members (anyone with a 2023/2024 Competitive Athlete, Coach and/or Supporter membership) by email in advance of the meeting. To make sure you receive this information, please make sure your membership and contact information are up to date in the OCF registration system.
REGISTRATION
Please register for the AGM using the Zoom link by clicking here. As noted above, you must also be a registered member of the OCF in order to be able to participate in the AGM.
OCF 2023-24 Boulder Qualifier #1 - B/A/Jr/Adult
UPDATE - Nov 11: Qualification Results; Finals Start Lists; ISO Information
UPDATE - Nov 10: Final Start List (one change for Youth B Female and Senior Female); Up the Bloc Waiver Information
UPDATE - Nov 9: Tentative Start Lists Below
UPDATE - Nov 7: Tentative Schedule & Format Information Below
UPDATE - Nov 6: Volunteer Registration Information Below
This event is open to all B, A, Junior, and Adult athletes with an OCF Competitive Membership.
Registration
Registration will open on Tuesday, October 10 at 12pm and close on Friday, November 3 at 5pm. REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.
Schedule
This is a two day event. The Qualification Rounds will be on Saturday, November 11, 2023. B athletes will climb in the morning and A, Junior and Adult athletes will climb in the afternoon. The Final Round for all categories will be on Sunday, November 12, 2023.
Saturday
Qualification Round - Youth B
If possible, please arrive approximately one hour prior to your start time.
6:30am Doors open for all Youth B athletes
7:30am Gym open for spectators
7:45am Judge meeting
8:00am Start of Qualification Round
1:20pm End of Youth B Qualification Round
Qualification Round – Youth A, Junior and Adult
1:30pm Doors open for all Youth A, Junior and Adult athletes
2:30pm Gym open for spectators
2:45pm Judge meeting
3:00pm Start of Youth A, Junior and Adult Qualification Round
10:00pm End of Youth A, Junior and Adult Qualification Round
Sunday
Finals Round - Youth B
8:45am ISO opens for all Youth B finalists
9:30am ISO closes for all Youth B finalists
9:30am Gym opens for spectators
9:45am Judge meeting
10:00am Start of Youth B Finals Round
11:15am End of Youth B Finals Round
11:30am. Gym closed for changeover
Final Round – Youth A, Junior and Adult
12:15pm ISO opens for all Youth A, Junior and Adult finalists
1:00pm ISO closes for all Youth A, Junior and Adult finalists
1:00pm Gym opens for spectators
1:15pm Judge meeting
1:30pm Start of Youth A, Junior and Adult Finals Round
3:45pm End of Youth A, Junior and Adult Finals Round
Awards to follow
Format
Qualification Round: CEC/IFSC flash format (6 problems per category, athletes climb 3 problems at a time, 5 on/5 off, break between sets of 3 problems, random running order, beta videos provided in advance, beta allowed anytime including in rest chairs but except when climbing).
Finals Round: IFSC semi-final format (ISO, 4 problems, 5 on/ 5 off, running order last to first).
Quota to Finals scaled based on # athletes in Qualification Round.
Results
Please find results at the events site on Compseason.com.
Start Lists
Start times at tentative and subject to change - last edited on Nov 9
If possible, please arrive approximately one hour prior to your start time.
Saturday, Nov. 11
Youth B Female
Youth B Male
Senior Female
Senior Male
Sunday, Nov. 12
Isolation Information
Please enter Up the Bloc via the back door (Door 29) to enter the Isolation area, and note the timelines above!
Spectators
Come and join us for free all weekend!
Volunteers
We are looking for approximately 32 volunteers on Saturday, Nov. 11 and 24 on Sunday, Nov. 12. To register and assist with the delivery of our first event of the year, please click on this link.
Waivers
Please sign your waiver enter Up the Bloc online prior to arrival to expedite the registration process! This is for anyone walking in the door, including spectators! The link can be found here.
Coaches
Only OCF certfied coaches will be given coaching credentials for this event. Please check-in as a coach upon entering the facility.
CEC Youth Lead National Championships
This event is organized by Climbing Escalade Canada. Please visit the CEC’s Competition Series page for information.
Youth B, Youth A and Junior athletes are eligible to compete at Nationals.
The OCF has received 10 spots per gender category to Lead Nationals. These spots will be allocated according to our published Selection Policy.
CEC Youth Boulder National Championships
This event is organized by Climbing Escalade Canada. Please visit the CEC’s Competition Series page for information.
Youth B, Youth A and Junior athletes are eligible to compete at Nationals.
The OCF has received 5 spots per gender category direct to Boulder Nationals (bypassing Regionals). These spots will be allocated according to our published Selection Policy.
The 10 OCF athletes competing at Boulder Regionals will also have the chance to qualify for Boulder Nationals (the top 15 at that event will move on to Nationals).
CEC Youth Boulder Regional East
This event is organized by Climbing Escalade Canada. Please visit the CEC’s Competition Series page for information.
Youth C, Youth B, Youth A and Junior athletes are eligible to compete at Regionals.
The OCF has received 10 spots per gender category to Boulder Regionals (in addition to 5 spots direct to Boulder Nationals). These spots will be allocated according to our published Selection Policy.
D/C/B/A/JR/Adult Top Rope/Lead Provincials
The top 20 athletes after the two Top Rope/Lead Qualifiers have qualified to compete at Top Rope/Lead Provincial Championships.
This will be a two day event for all categories, with Qualification Rounds on Saturday and Final Rounds on Sunday.
Please review this page for everything you need to know about the event.
D/C/B/A/JR/Adult Boulder Provincials
The top 20 athletes after the two Boulder Qualifiers have qualified to compete at Boulder Provincial Championships.
This will be a one day competition for each category. Youth D, Youth A, Junior and Adult will compete on Saturday. Youth B and Youth C will compete on Sunday.
Please review this page for everything you need to know about the event.
E/D/C Top Rope Qualifier #2
This competition is the second Top Rope Qualifier of the 2022/2023 season for our Youth E, D and C athletes. The top 20 Youth D & C athletes after the two Qualifiers (using a ranking of each athlete's best ranking at a Qualifier) will qualify for Top Rope Provincials at Junction Climbing in London on April 1/2 2023. Youth E are not eligible to compete at Provincials.
B/A/JR/Adult Lead Qualifier #2
This competition is the second of two Lead Qualifiers of the 2022/2023 season for our Youth B, Youth A, Junior and Adult athletes. Youth B will compete on Sunday, and Youth A/Junior/Adult will compete on Monday.
CEC Speed National Championships
This event is organized by Climbing Escalade Canada. Please visit CEC’s Event Central page for information about the event.
Qualified athletes must register with CEC by February 6, 2023.
B Lead Qualifier #1
This competition is the first Lead Qualifier of the 2022/2023 season for Youth B athletes. The second Qualifier will be at Boiler Room Climbing Gym on Sunday February 19 2023. The top 20 athletes in each category after the two Qualifiers (using a ranking of each athlete's best ranking at a Qualifier) will qualify for Lead Provincials at Junction Climbing in London on April 1/2 2023.
D/C/B/A/JR/Adult Speed Provincials
OCF Speed Provincials is open to all D/C/B/A/Jr/Adult athletes who attended the Speed Qualifier on December 18, 2022. Youth E athletes are not eligible for Provincials.
Results from Speed Provincials will be used to qualify Youth B, Youth A, Junior and Senior athletes for CEC Speed National Championships
A/JR/Adult Lead Qualifier #1
This competition is the first Lead Qualifier of the 2022/2023 season for Youth A, Junior and Adult athletes.
B/A/JR/Adult Boulder Qualifier #2
This competition is the second Boulder Qualifier of the 2022/2023 season for Youth B, Youth A, Junior and Adult athletes.