Esport Canada’s National Team Selection processes are designed to align with Sport Canada’s National Team Program requirements and principles of transparency, fairness, accessibility, and player-centred governance. Selection methods, eligibility standards, required documentation, timelines, and evaluation criteria are title-specific and will be published in advance of each National Team Selection period to ensure equal access to information for all prospective participants.

Required documentation may include, but is not limited to, proof of citizenship or eligibility to represent Canada, age verification, codes of conduct and safe sport acknowledgements, competitive history or ranking verification, and any additional materials identified within the title-specific criteria.
 

During the National Team Selection period, Esport Canada will first identify and confirm an independent Selection Committee for each competitive title. This committee will appoint the respective National Team Coach and subsequently oversee athlete selection in accordance with the published criteria. Each selection process will also include a defined appeals process, outlining timelines, grounds for appeal, and review procedures to ensure procedural fairness and accountability. This staged and documented approach supports consistency, competitive integrity, and clear expectations for all participants.

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Selection process and criteria for the 2026 National Teams will be released in the coming weeks.